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    Three Reasons Why Your Small Business Should Offer Health Insurance

    Small business owners have a lot of decisions to make. Some are fun and creative. Others affect the bottom line. Owners who offer health benefits to their employees enjoy a number of business advantages. Here are a few. More Productive Employees...
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    Find Healthy Deals with Blue365

    Do your shopping lists never end? Are you a champion bargain hunter? Then Blue365® is perfect for you. Blue365 is a discount service that saves you money on a variety of everyday needs and healthy lifestyle aids. How Does It Work? Any member of a...
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    Know Your Colorectal Cancer Screening Options

    Getting screened for colon cancer is an important way to protect your health. Colon cancer is the fourth 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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    Know Where to Go When Minutes Count, or Anytime

    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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    Open Enrollment — Time to Choose Your 2026 Plan

    The open enrollment period can be confusing. Premiums. Deductibles. Coinsurance. Networks. We can help. Here are three important steps to help you prepare for this year’s open enrollment for 2026 health insurance coverage. Step 1: Make Note of ....
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    How to Save Money on Health Insurance in Montana

    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 many ways...
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    What is a High-Deductible Health Plan and How Does It Work?

    When buying health insurance, we all want to choose the best plan for our needs. One plan worth considering is the high-deductible health plan (HDHP). It is also sometimes called a consumer-driven health plan (CDHP). The HSA-qualified HDHP ...
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    Get Care Online with Virtual Visits

    Are you missing out on the convenience of telemedicine? Telemedicine allows you to have virtual health care visits using your computer, phone or tablet. These types of health care visits are a quick, easy way to bring the doctor to you. Say you&rsquo...
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    Do You Know How to Keep Yourself Safe from Scammers?

    When it comes to protecting yourself from scams, it’s a good idea to be leery of strangers. The bad guys are always coming up with new ways to steal your private data — and your money. There are steps you can take to protect yourself. Lea...
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    Get Fit and Save in October

    Well onTarget, the Fitness Program and Blue PointsSM 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 b...
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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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    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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    Earn Rewards with Blue Points

    This article is intended for members enrolled in an individual health insurance plan through the health insurance marketplace (not those who have coverage through an employer). Well onTarget® and Blue PointsSM are not available to all members. Ch...
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    What is a Health Insurance Deductible?

    When it comes to paying for your health insurance there are three main parts: Your deductible, your coinsurance and your monthly premium. Your health insurance deductible is the amount you must pay before the health plan starts paying for your covere...
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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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