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Open Enrollment — Time to Choose Your 2026 Plan

BCBSTX Connect Team October 6, 2025

The open enrollment period can be confusing. Premiums. Deductibles. Coinsurance. Networks. We can help. What is Open Enrollment? Open Enrollment is the time each year when individuals and families can sign up for health insurance under the Affordabl...
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Know Your Colorectal Cancer Screening Options

BCBSTX Connect Team October 6, 2025

Getting screened for colon cancer is an important way to protect your health. Colon cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. But colon cancer can be successfully treated when it is found and treated early. Until it grows or...
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What is a High-Deductible Health Plan and How Does It Work?

BCBSTX Connect Team September 11, 2025

When buying health insurance, we all want to choose the best plan for our needs. One plan worth considering is the high-deductible health plan (HDHP). It is also sometimes called a consumer-driven health plan (CDHP). The HSA-qualified HDHP ...
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Your Doctors Should Talk: Sharing Leads to Better Health Results

BCBSTX Connect Team August 28, 2025

Going to the doctor and staying on top of your health is important. Some people have routine check-ups and no need to see different doctors. But if you have more than one condition and see more than one doctor, your doctors need to be able to share...
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Get Care Online with Virtual Visits

BCBSTX Connect Team August 26, 2025

Are you missing out on the convenience of telemedicine? Telemedicine allows you to have virtual health care visits using your computer, phone or tablet. These types of health care visits are a quick, easy way to bring the doctor to you. Say you&rsqu...
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Do You Know How to Keep Yourself Safe from Scammers?

BCBSTX Connect Team August 25, 2025

When it comes to protecting yourself from scams, it’s a good idea to be leery of strangers. The bad guys are always coming up with new ways to steal your private data — and your money. There are steps you can take to protect yourself. Lea...
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Keep Health Issues in Check with Telemedicine Visits

BCBSTX Connect Team July 25, 2025

Does your health plan offer telemedicine visits with doctors in your plan’s network? Now's a good time to check. It may be just what you need to stay on top of your health. During the pandemic, more health care facilities turned to telemedicin.....
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Staying In-Network Can Help Cut Costs

BCBSTX Connect Team June 30, 2025

When you shop, you probably keep an eye on costs. You want to buy the things you need at a fair price. What about when you’re shopping for health care? Using providers in your health plan’s network can help you save money. A network inclu...
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Earn Rewards with Blue Points

BCBSTX Connect Team June 18, 2025

This article is intended for members enrolled in an individual health insurance plan through the health insurance marketplace (not those who have coverage through an employer). Well onTarget® and Blue PointsSM are not available to all members. Ch...
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What is a Health Insurance Deductible?

BCBSTX Connect Team June 17, 2025

When it comes to paying for your health insurance there are three main parts: Your deductible, your coinsurance and your monthly premium. Your health insurance deductible is the amount you must pay before the health plan starts paying for your covere...
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Is My Prescription a Pharmacy or Medical Benefit?

BCBSTX Connect Team June 13, 2025

It’s no secret that prescription drugs can be pricey. One of the best ways to save on the drugs you are prescribed is to make sure you understand how your health plan benefits work. A good place to start is to answer this question: Is my prescr....
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Having a Health Care Procedure? You Could Earn Cash with Members Rewards

BCBSTX Connect Team June 13, 2025

Did you know you can shop and compare costs for hundreds of health care procedures online? Just like shopping for new tires for your car or a new computer, doing a little comparison shopping can really pay off. The price of health care services can...
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Save Money with Prescription Drug Discount Card Program

BCBSTX Connect Team June 11, 2025

MedsYourWay® is not available to all members. Check your plan materials or ask your benefits administrator to see if you have this program. You may be able to pay less for your prescription drugs with our drug discount card benefit program. MedsY...
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Do Your Prescription Drugs Need Prior Authorization?

BCBSTX Connect Team June 11, 2025

Have you ever gone to pick up a new medicine, only to have the pharmacist tell you it needs prior authorization? It happens to many of us. Here are things you can do to avoid leaving empty handed. When you receive a new prescription, ask your doctor...
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Preventive Care or Medical Care? Learn the Difference

BCBSTX Connect Team May 29, 2025

Many people may not know that there are two types of care you can receive when you go to the doctor — preventive care and medical care. The type of care is different, and your costs may be different, too. Medical Care vs. Preventive Care Think.....
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