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Get Ready for Open Enrollment

BCBSTX Connect Team

If you want to buy a new individual and family health plan or choose a different one, get the details you need before open enrollment starts on Nov. 1. Break the task into easy-to-handle steps. Keep the Deadlines in Mind Open enrollment ends Jan.…
- 9 months ago
- Getting Health Insurance
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Beware the Costs of Freestanding ERs

BCBSTX Connect Team

It's Murphy's Law. When you or a family member gets sick or hurt, chances are it will happen when your doctor's office is closed. In the heat of the moment, you may head to an after-hours care facility closest to you. Makes sense, right? In reality…
- over 1 year ago
- Benefits & Coverage
- Blogs
Supporting a Loved One with Cancer

BCBSTX Connect Team

“I have cancer.” They are three words you never want to hear from a friend, family member or significant other. Learning that a loved one has cancer can be very overwhelming and scary. You probably have a ton of questions you want to ask, but are unsure…
- over 1 year ago
- Health and Wellness
- Blogs
RE: Kelsey Seybold

BCBSTX Connect Team

Hello, In-network providers can vary from plan to plan. Kelsey Seybold may no longer be an in-network provider on all of our plans. You can use our Provider Finder tool on your Blue Access for Members account or at our web site, www.bcbstx.com, to locate…
- over 8 years ago
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- Questions And Answers
Get the Best Price on Your Prescriptions

BCBSTX Connect Team

There are many things to know when it comes to getting the medicine you need. How much will it cost? Is there one that will work just as well but cost less? Does it matter where I go to get my prescription filled? And these are just a few. But don’t…
- 3 months ago
- Benefits & Coverage
- Blogs
Health Insurance Benefits and Pregnancy: The Basics

BCBSTX Connect Team

Having a baby is life-changing. While babies are a blessing, they also cost money – even before they're born. That’s why it’s important to have health insurance before, during and after you become pregnant. Prenatal care is a vital part of a healthy…
- 26 days ago
- Benefits & Coverage
- Blogs
Save Money With a Preferred Pharmacy

BCBSTX Connect Team

Did you know your health plan may offer a preferred pharmacy network? When you use a preferred pharmacy, you pay the lowest out-of-pocket cost on covered prescription drugs. With your Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas prescription drug plan, you save…
- 8 months ago
- Benefits & Coverage
- Blogs
Find a Doctor Who's a Good Fit for You

BCBSTX Connect Team

Sometimes you know it’s time for a change. But what if that change involves finding a new primary care doctor? Maybe you’ve moved, and it’s a long drive to your current doctor. Perhaps you don’t feel heard. Or you just think it would be better to find…
- over 1 year ago
- Benefits & Coverage
- Blogs
RE: Shingle shot

BCBSTX Connect Team

Hi Bugzrn40, We would need to take a look at your individual policy to determine what benefits are available for the shingles vaccine. Please send us a private message with your member ID and contact number, and we'll reach out after researching your…
- over 10 years ago
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- Questions And Answers
RE: Dependent access to his own coverage

BCBSTX Connect Team

Hello, Your dependents who are over the age of 18 can create their own Blue Access for Members account to view their information. They will not be able to see your information. Please note, only the policy holder is able to view explanations of benefits…
- over 6 years ago
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- Questions And Answers