Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana

HIPAA: What more do you need to know?

BCBSMT Connect Team June 11, 2020

Privacy laws like HIPAA have made a difference in making sure your health problems are kept private. Make sure you know how they work and what you may need to do if you want others close to you to know more.
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To Keep Costs Down, Stay In-Network

BCBSMT Connect Team December 31, 2019

When you shop, you want the items you need at a fair price. What about when you’re shopping for health care? To keep your health care as affordable as you can, choose to use providers in your health plan’s network. A plan’s ne...
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New Member? 3 Steps to Using Your Health Insurance

BCBSMT Connect Team December 31, 2019

Now that you have a new Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana health plan, learn how to use it!
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Plan Year Ending Soon? Learn How to Make the Most of It

BCBSMT Connect Team September 9, 2019

If the end of your health plan year is coming soon, the clock is ticking on health appointments you’ve missed or procedures you want to get in. If you have a deductible and you’ve met it, more of the cost of your care may be covered by your plan...
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Meet a Benefits Value Advisor

BCBSMT Connect Team February 26, 2019

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana Benefits Value Advisors (BVA) are ready to help you with your health care coverage questions. We’ve talked with a few of our BVAs to get some insight into the different situations that they&...
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Self-Management Programs: Managing Your Stress

BCBSMT Connect Team February 15, 2019

Stress comes in different forms and can come from different areas of your life. Too much work? Not enough “me-time?” Too many commitments to keep track of? Sometimes it can be overwhelming, and may lead to low energy, headaches or body aches. ...
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Self-Management Programs: Improving Nutrition

BCBSMT Connect Team February 14, 2019

Nutrition is a complicated topic. Whether you’re trying to understand how to eat better because of a health condition or just for your overall health, learning about what not to eat can be overwhelming. Luckily, our Well onTarget portal provides...
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Self-Management Programs: Quitting Tobacco and Staying Tobacco Free

BCBSMT Connect Team February 14, 2019

Maybe you’ve told yourself that you were going to quit using tobacco, but you just haven’t been able to make the commitment yet. Luckily, our Well onTarget portal provides self-management programs, tips and techniques and resources to help you...
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Preparing for College: Don’t Forget the Health Care Package

BCBSMT Connect Team July 11, 2018

Make sure your new college student is prepared with their very own health care package.
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How to Get More out of an Appointment with Your Doctor

BCBSMT Connect Team January 25, 2018

The best way to get more out of your health care dollar is to get more out of an appointment with your doctor. It’s easy—just follow these tips before, during and after your visit.
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What Preventive Services are Covered by My Plan

BCBSMT Connect Team December 13, 2017

Preventive care often leads to finding health problems early, when your chances for treatment and cure are better.
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What is 3D Mammography?

BCBSMT Connect Team May 15, 2017

Learn about the differences between traditional mammograms and 3D mammograms along with the risks and limitations of 3D mammograms.
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Because Your Health Counts

BCBSMT Connect Team April 5, 2017

It’s important to know where to go when you need care. Sometimes it’s clear where to seek medical attention, such as when you’re having signs of a heart attack or stroke. At other times, it’s not so clear.
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Is Your Pharmacy In-Network?

BCBSMT Connect Team February 1, 2017

You’ve known for a while that it just makes sense to find out if your health provider is in the network before you make an appointment. But did you know that your pharmacy must also be in the network?
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Health Care Costs Series: What Happens to the Rest of My Monthly Payment?

BCBSMT Connect Team July 5, 2016

In our effort to keep you fully informed on how your money is spent to cover your health care, we want to let you know more about the cost of your care. This Cost of Care series is dedicated to helping you to make sense of where your premiums go...
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