Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois

Health and Wellness

BCBSIL Connect Team
- Dec 27, 2016
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Choosing the Right Plan Type: Medical, Dental and Vision? Oh My!

For anyone who used to get health coverage from work, it seemed like medical and dental and vision coverage were “all together.” For those who don’t get their coverage at work, they may not be. Let’s review how dental and vision work so you can choose...
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BCBSIL Connect Team
- Jun 3, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Media Gallery
What’s so great about Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois Health Insurance?

Health insurance is a pretty big deal these days. You may be asking yourself--How do I get health insurance? How do I use my health insurance ? Why is health insurance important ? What’s the best health insurance plan for me? It’s a lot...
- 2846 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Jan 21, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Media Gallery
Member Voice: Cecilia — individual health insurance…“It Was Like Winning the Lottery!”

In 2008, Cecilia was laid off from work and lost her health insurance. “It was an awful feeling,” Cecilia said. “After my company was downsized, I tried to purchase insurance on my own, but it was too expensive.” Cecilia could...
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BCBSIL Connect Team
- Oct 7, 2014
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
How to Protect Yourself From Health Insurance Scams

The Affordable Care Act gives more people access to health insurance—and gives bad guys one more way to steal your private information through health insurance scams.
- 4697 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Oct 10, 2014
- Getting Health Insurance
- Media Gallery
Member Voice: Student Health Insurance— It’s Important!

Getting sick miles away from home with no health insurance is a scary thought. Regardless of if you feel young and healthy, rarely get sick or have a pre-existing condition, student health insurance has many benefits and can help you. Don’t...
- 2683 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Dec 17, 2014
- Getting Health Insurance
- Media Gallery
How do I Enroll in Health Insurance?

Open Enrollment for 2019 health insurance runs Nov. 1 through Dec. 15. You’ll need to decide if you’re going to apply for a new Marketplace plan, keep your current plan or change to a new one. We’ve broken down the process for you...
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BCBSIL Connect Team
- Dec 3, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Why Choose BCBSIL? Because My Kids Said So…

Choosing health care coverage is a very personal process, even for those of us who work here. Do any of these factors ring true for you?
- 3013 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Oct 20, 2016
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Everything You Need to Prepare to Buy Health Insurance

Don’t wait to start your planning for health insurance sign up. Finding the information you’ll need before the start of open enrollment will make the whole process simpler. If you break the task into easy-to-handle steps, it may even save you some...
- 2519 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Nov 24, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Why Kids Need Health Insurance

Your child’s health and development is at the top of your parenting list. Find out how a health plan can help you have peace of mind.
- 3066 Views
Ginny
- Nov 18, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
I’m Under 26. Should I Stay on My Parent’s Health Insurance Plan?

If you are under the age of 26, you can stay on your parent’s health insurance plan. But should you? Here’s some important questions you need to consider.
- 7223 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Nov 12, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Making A List, Checking It Twice—Preparing for Open Enrollment

Are you an organizer, or an impromptu character? Either way, we’re on your side with a checklist of things to keep in mind before, during, and after open enrollment for health insurance.
- 11327 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Nov 11, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Health Insurance Options for College Students

Find out what health insurance options are available for college students.
- 5707 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Aug 5, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Top 10 Things WAY Harder to Get Than Health Care Coverage

Getting health care coverage is easier than ever with the Affordable Care Act. What would make your Top 10 list of things that are harder to get than health care coverage? Check out our team’s list here, and follow links for details about our plans...
- 2873 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Jul 1, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Time to enroll in a health plan again? Already?

Ever wonder why we have open enrollment? What is so “open” about it if you can still get some kind of insurance anytime? Well, not so fast. Let’s review.
- 5035 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Jun 8, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
How to Change Your Health Insurance Plan

Learn when and how you can change your health insurance plan.
- 17187 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Apr 1, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
How Do I Buy an Individual Health Insurance Plan?

Our online tools can help you choose a plan during special enrollment or open enrollment.
- 4450 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Mar 4, 2015
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
What is the Affordable Care Act (ACA)?

The health care law was passed in 2010 and is changing the way Americans get health insurance. Here’s what the Affordable Care Act means for you.
- 4372 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Dec 24, 2014
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
What if you can’t afford insurance?

On the hunt for affordable health insurance? Follow these guidelines!
- 5054 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Dec 10, 2014
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Check Provider Networks Before You Buy

Are you ready to compare health insurance plans? Pay Attention to the Provider Network!
- 12243 Views
BCBSIL Connect Team
- Dec 17, 2014
- Getting Health Insurance
- Blogs
Plan Before You Buy Health Insurance

Is the main question on your mind, “what do i need to sign up for health insurance?” Well then, we’ll tell you!
- 8174 Views