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Plan Year Ending Soon? Make the Most of It
BCBSIL Connect Team
August 1, 2023
If you’re the kind of person who needs a deadline to get things done, there may be a big one just around the corner. If your health plan year is ending soon, it’s a good time to review your health benefits. Doing so could be a boost to yo...
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Get Pregnancy and Newborn Info with Special Beginnings
BCBSIL Connect Team
July 5, 2023
Ready to start the bump watch? We’re talking about your baby bump. If you’re expecting, it might seem like the only thing that you can expect is a lot of change. Pregnancy is a time of excitement and planning, but it's also a time of ...
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Know Your Colorectal Cancer Screening Options
BCBSIL Connect Team
June 30, 2023
Getting screened for colon cancer is an important way to protect your health. Colon cancer is the third 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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Save Money with New Prescription Drug Discount Card Program
BCBSIL Connect Team
June 23, 2023
MedsYourWayTM 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 a new drug discount card benefit program. MedsYo...
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Know Where to Go When Minutes Count, or Anytime
BCBSIL Connect Team
June 23, 2023
It’s important to know where to go when you need care. Sometimes the choice is clear. If you’re having signs of a heart attack or stroke, it’s best to go to an emergency room (ER). But what if you have a sore throat? Or an upset sto...
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Our Staff Can Help You Better Manage Your Care
BCBSIL Connect Team
June 23, 2023
This article is intended for HMO members enrolled in an employer health insurance plan. We know you may have questions about your medical condition and how best to coordinate your care. Having access to utilization management (UM) staff can help...
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5 Things You Can Do To Prepare For A Healthy Pregnancy
BCBSIL Connect Team
June 19, 2023
Pregnancy and prenatal care are important for delivering a healthy baby. During the first trimester, prenatal care includes physical exams, blood tests, conversations about lifestyle and much more. Keep in mind, a healthy pregnancy is rooted in...
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Preventive Care or Medical Care? Learn the Difference
BCBSIL Connect Team
May 23, 2023
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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What Are Your Rights and Responsibilities as an HMO Member?
BCBSIL Connect Team
May 23, 2023
This article is intended for HMO members enrolled in an employer health insurance plan. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) respects and honors your rights. In return, we ask that you know and honor your responsibilities, too. To learn...
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Saving Money Is Simple with Blue365
BCBSIL Connect Team
May 23, 2023
If you like saving money, check out Blue365®. You have lots of chances to save big with the free health and wellness discount program offered to Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) members. Who Can Use Blue365? Any member of a&n...
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Men, Make Your Health a Priority
BCBSIL Connect Team
May 2, 2023
You’re a healthy guy. You've never taken a sick day off from work. You eat healthy and exercise. You’ve never even had a cavity. You may be feeling invincible. You may think it’s no big deal to skip an annual wellness check. Not so ...
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Do Your Prescription Drugs Need Prior Authorization?
BCBSIL Connect Team
April 30, 2023
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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Your Virtual Medicine Cabinet Has Arrived With MyBlueRxIL
BCBSIL Connect Team
April 25, 2023
This article is intended for members enrolled in an employer-sponsored health insurance plan. Prescription information can be confusing. Knowing when to get a drug refilled or keeping track of a medication approval is time-consuming. And finding...
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BCBSIL HMO Health Management Programs May Be Right for You
BCBSIL Connect Team
April 25, 2023
This article is intended for HMO members enrolled in an employer health insurance plan. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) offers Population Health Management Programs to help you take care of your health. Take a look at the programs...
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Is My Prescription a Pharmacy or Medical Benefit?
BCBSIL Connect Team
April 24, 2023
It’s no secret that prescription drugs can be pricey. Everyone wants to find ways to save on their medications. One of the best ways to save is to make sure you understand your health plan’s benefits and how they work. Knowledge is power,...
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