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  • https://connect.bcbsmt.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/3426.fitness-program.jpg

    Get Fit and Save in October

    Well onTarget and the Fitness Program are not available to all members. Check your online account information or ask your benefits administrator to see if you have these benefits. If you’re looking to stay in shape, or get back in sha...
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    What Is an HMO?

    An HMO — or health maintenance organization — can help keep your costs lower and more predictable compared to other types of plans. With one doctor to coordinate your care, an HMO health plan is easy to use. An HMO health plan offers: Mo...
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    Is My Prescription a Pharmacy or Medical Benefit?

    It’s no secret that prescription drugs can be pricey. One of the best ways to save on the drugs you are prescribed is to make sure you understand how your health plan benefits work. A good place to start is to answer this question: Is my prescr....
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  • https://connect.bcbsmt.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/5658.plan_5F00_year_5F00_ending_5F00_new.jpg

    Plan Year Ending Soon? Make the Most of It

    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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  • https://connect.bcbsmt.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/Coordination-of-Benefits.jpg

    What Is Coordination of Benefits?

    When you need care and are on two different health insurance plans, your insurers will coordinate your benefits (COB). This helps you get maximum coverage when you need it. If you’re covered by two different health plans, your provider may file....
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  • https://connect.bcbsmt.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/5141.2049127_5F00_june-17_5F00_r1.jpg

    Staying In-Network Can Help Cut Costs

    When you shop, you probably keep an eye on costs. You want to buy the things you need at a fair price. What about when you’re shopping for health care? Using providers in your health plan’s network can help you save money. A network inclu...
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    Keep Health Issues in Check with Telehealth Visits

    Does your health plan offer telehealth visits with doctors in your plan’s network? Now's a good time to check. It may be just what you need to stay on top of your health. During the pandemic, more health care facilities turned to telehealth vis....
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    Having Trouble Setting Up Your Premium Payments?

    We encourage members to make payments by electronic funds transfer and to set up monthly premium payments using Auto Bill Pay electronic funds transfers. When you’re first getting started, using electronic funds transfer helps us process your e....
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  • https://connect.bcbsmt.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/preventive_2D00_or_2D00_medical.jpg

    Preventive Care or Medical Care? Learn the Difference

    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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    Save Money on Health and Fitness Products with Blue365

    If you’re looking for some great discounts on health-related products and services, check out the Blue365® program. It’s just one more advantage of being a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana member. You and your covered family memb...
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  • https://connect.bcbsmt.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/good_2D00_fit_2D00_doctor.jpg

    Find a Doctor Who's a Good Fit for You

    Sometimes you know it’s time for a change. But what if that change involves finding a new primary care doctor? Maybe you’ve moved, and it’s a long drive to your current doctor. Perhaps you’ve had changes in your health or life...
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    Men, Make Your Health a Priority

    You’re a healthy guy. You eat right and exercise. You’ve never even had a cavity. So you may think it’s no big deal to skip an annual wellness check. But not so fast. Preventive screenings are important for your health. Screenings h...
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  • https://connect.bcbsmt.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/DoctorVisitDiscussion.jpg

    You and Your Doctor: Working Together to Keep You Healthy

    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. If you have a POS* plan, you’ll need to find a primary care prov...
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  • https://connect.bcbsmt.com/cfs-file/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-00-05/breast_2D00_pump.jpg

    Breast Pumps Can Help Make Breastfeeding Easier

    Nourishing your newborn baby is an important part of your role 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 and development. The...
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    Unlock Savings on Health Care

    No one likes to pay for health care. But we need health care to help us stay healthy, manage health conditions and get care when we need it most. Health insurance protects us from the financial burden of unexpected medical costs. There are a few...
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