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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
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Help for Stressed-Out Parents

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Parenting is rewarding, but it’s stressful, too. Guiding the growth and development of another human being from birth to adulthood isn’t for the faint of heart. Eons ago, it was a daily struggle for our ancestors to simply keep their offspring alive…
- over 1 year ago
- Health and Wellness
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RE: Necesito dos tarjetas extra.

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Hola Dr. Javier Blanco Rais, Por supuesto le podemos enviar por correo 2 más tarjetas de identificación. Solo necesiamos que nos envíe un mensaje privado con su número de identificación. También puede iniciar una sesión en Blue Access for Members y solicitar…
- over 10 years ago
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Compare Health Care Costs

BCBSTX Connect Team

Many of us compare prices before we buy a product or service. It’s one of the best ways to be an informed consumer. But we might not think about comparing prices when it comes to our health care benefits. And that’s a missed opportunity because it could…
- 7 months ago
- Benefits & Coverage
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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
Get the Best Price on Your Prescriptions

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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…
- 9 months 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…
- over 1 year ago
- Benefits & Coverage
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Tips for Using Your HMO

BCBSTX Connect Team

There’s a better way to use your health maintenance organization (HMO) plan. Start with your primary care provider (PCP). Your PCP knows how to help you get the health care you need. It’s an important relationship, because your PCP knows your: Current…
- over 1 year ago
- Medicare
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Health Insurance Benefits and Pregnancy: The Basics

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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…
- 6 months ago
- Benefits & Coverage
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RE: I was given an order from my doctor for a mammogram. The maging center I was sent to was out of network. Where can I find an In Network provider for a mammogram?

BCBSTX Connect Team

Hello. There is a Provider Finder on Blue Access for Members that is set up specifically for your plan. If you do not already have an account, you can sign up for one at www.bcbstx.com. Once signed in, simply select the Doctors & Hospitals tab and then…
- over 9 years ago
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