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Beware the Costs of Freestanding ERs

BCBSTX Connect Team March 27, 2024

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...
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Self-Management Program: Managing Your Stress

BCBSTX Connect Team March 26, 2024

Stress has a way of rearing its ugly head. It comes in many different forms and from different areas of your life. Too much work? Not enough “me-time?” Too many commitments? Sometimes, stress can be overwhelming. When it is, your body oft...
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How Your Coverage Works in an Emergency

BCBSTX Connect Team March 25, 2024

When you have an illness or injury, you need to decide where to go for care . Many illnesses and injuries can be treated by your regular doctor, at a retail clinic or an urgent care center. But what if you're having signs of a heart attack? Broke...
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Breast Pumps Can Help Make Breastfeeding Easier

BCBSTX Connect Team March 21, 2024

Nourishing your newborn baby is one of the most important things you’ll do as a parent. Breastfeeding is a popular option for many parents — and for good reasons. Breast milk provides ideal nutrition that supports a baby’s growth an...
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Prior Authorization: What You Need to Know

BCBSTX Connect Team February 27, 2024

Understanding your health insurance is the best way to enjoy all its benefits. When you know what steps you need to take before treatment, things go more smoothly. One of the most important steps is prior authorization. Many times, your doctor will...
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Keep Your PCP Informed

BCBSTX Connect Team February 26, 2024

You can do your part in coordinating your care. If you’ve had care in any health care setting outside of your primary care provider’s office, there are a couple of things you can do to ensure a smooth transition. Ask for a Visit or Discha...
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Self-Management Programs: Quitting Tobacco and Staying Tobacco Free

BCBSTX Connect Team January 17, 2024

When you're ready to quit tobacco, you boost your chance for success. When that day comes, we’re here to help you stay strong. The Well onTarget® portal provides self-help programs, tips and tools to help you break free from tobacco. The di...
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You've Got Mail: Pharmacy Mail Order Service

BCBSTX Connect Team October 17, 2023

Using a mail order pharmacy service can save you time, and maybe even money. It's convenient because your prescriptions are mailed right to you. That saves you a trip to the pharmacy. You can enjoy home delivery from Express Scripts® Pharmacy &nb...
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Get Our Top 4 Tips for Saving Money on Prescriptions

BCBSTX Connect Team November 1, 2022

There are several ways you can help keep your health care costs down when using your prescription drug benefits. 1. Use a Preferred Pharmacy Before you fill prescriptions, be sure you are using a preferred pharmacy in the Preferred Pharmacy Network...
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Take Advantage of Prime Mail Order and Specialty Pharmacy Services

BCBSTX Connect Team August 25, 2022

This information applies to members who have Prime Therapeutics (Prime) pharmacy administration. If you’re not sure if you have Prime, check your Blue Access for MembersSM account, ask your benefits administrator, check the pharmacy information....
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Some Diabetic Test Strips May Be Available at a Lower Cost

BCBSTX Connect Team March 1, 2022

If you live with diabetes, you know that one of the biggest challenges is keeping your blood sugar at close-to-normal levels. It’s important to maintain glucose levels as close to normal as possible to help reduce the chance of any diabetes-rel....
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You and Your Doctor: Working Together to Keep You Healthy

BCBSTX Connect Team January 10, 2022

When you need medical care, do you have a doctor you can call? If not, find a doctor you can call your own. Don’t wait until you’re sick to become a patient. You’ll want to find a Medical Group (MG) and a primary car...
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How to Choose Health Care Coverage

BCBSTX Connect Team September 9, 2021

This article is intended for members enrolled in an individual health insurance plan. As you prepare to buy coverage, there is some important information you can gather to help decide what plan is best for you and your family. Who Do You See? Use...
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What Questions Should I Ask My Doctor?

BCBSTX Connect Team December 11, 2020

Getting to know your new doctor can be a bit overwhelming or scary. But having an open and honest relationship with them means better care for you. Check out the advice that our customer advocate gives to Victor who just switched to a new health...
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What Does “in-network” Mean?

BCBSTX Connect Team December 11, 2020

Sometimes the words used in health care can be confusing. Making sure you know what "in-network" means may also mean you might save money. Listen in on this discussion between our health advocate and Victor, a BCBTX member. Find more Health Care...
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