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    Enrolled for 2026? Here’s What to Expect Next

    When you enrolled in your 2026 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana health plan, you started a chain reaction.* We have been hard at work for several months preparing a journey just for you. Welcome Communications First, if you chose electronic...
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    Need to See a Specialist?

    When you’re not feeling well, you might call your primary care doctor. With a little care, your doctor may have you on the road to recovery in no time. But what if your health issue is more serious? Your primary care doctor may say you need to ....
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    Get Pregnancy and Newborn Info with Special Beginnings

    Pregnancy is a time of excitement and planning, but it's also a time of questions and concerns . We want to make sure you have the support you need as you go through this special journey. Our Special Beginnings® program is designed to he...
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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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    Open Enrollment — Time to Choose Your 2026 Plan

    The open enrollment period can be confusing. Premiums. Deductibles. Coinsurance. Networks. We can help. What is Open Enrollment? Open Enrollment is the time each year when individuals and families can sign up for health insurance under the Affordable...
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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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    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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    Having a Health Care Procedure? You Could Earn Cash with Members Rewards

    Did you know you can shop and compare costs for hundreds of health care procedures online? Just like shopping for new tires for your car or a new computer, doing a little comparison shopping can really pay off. The price of health care services can...
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    Save Money with Prescription Drug Discount Card Program

    MedsYourWay® 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 our drug discount card benefit program. MedsY...
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