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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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Join the Fitness Program in June and Get One Month Free

BCBSIL Connect Team April 25, 2023

Well onTarget®, the Fitness Program and Blue PointsSM are not available to all members. Check Blue Access for MembersSM or ask your benefits administrator to see if you have these benefits. Are you ready to get into shape for summer? Join the Fit...
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Check Out the New and Improved Well onTarget Member Portal

BCBSIL Connect Team April 25, 2023

Well onTarget® and Blue PointsSM are not available to all members. Check Blue Access for Members or ask your benefits administrator to see if you have these benefits. The Well onTarget member portal is your link to innovative programs, personaliz...
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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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New Personal Challenges Help You Improve Your Life

BCBSIL Connect Team April 11, 2023

Well onTarget® and Blue PointsSM are not available to all members. Check Blue Access for Members or ask your benefits administrator to see if you have these benefits. Well onTarget is designed to give you the support you need to make health...
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Save Money with New Prescription Drug Discount Card Program

BCBSIL Connect Team March 27, 2023

This article is intended for members enrolled in an individual health insurance plan. You may be able to pay less for your prescription drugs with a new drug discount card benefit program. MedsYourWay® is a program that works with your Blue ...
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Planning International Travel this Summer? Check Your Coverage Options

BCBSIL Connect Team March 27, 2023

Are you planning to travel outside the U.S.? Whether work sends you abroad or you travel for fun, the key is to be prepared. Before you travel, learn about your international health insurance options in case you need care while you’re away. Co...
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Health Insurance Terms: What Is Recommended Clinical Review?

BCBSIL Connect Team March 13, 2023

Sometimes, it seems like you need to bring a dictionary with you to the doctor’s office. Medical terms for the diagnosis of a condition or illness can be a mouthful. The names of prescription medicines don’t always roll off the tongue eit...
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Complex Health Management Made Easier

BCBSIL Connect Team March 10, 2023

This article is intended for HMO members enrolled in an employer health insurance plan. Health care providers often see patients who have one or more medical conditions that would be considered complex. These may include diabetes with heart disease...
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