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Medical Director Encourages Parents to Schedule Well-Child Visits

BCBSMT Connect Team December 16, 2021

Starting at birth your child needs regular health checkups and vaccinations. In this video, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana's Chief Medical Officer Dr. David Lechner advises parents to schedule their child’s next well visit and stay up to date...
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Comparison Shop for Your Health Care Services

BCBSMT Connect Team December 10, 2021

This article is intended for members enrolled in an individual health insurance plan. Having a good relationship with your primary care provider (PCP) is an important way to make the most of your health coverage. Your PCP helps make sure you use...
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Learn to Live Better with Chronic Pain

BCBSMT Connect Team October 26, 2021

Chronic pain takes a toll on your body and mind. But you don’t have to try to handle it on your own. It’s important to know when to reach out for help. What Is Chronic Pain? Chronic pain is constant or recurring physical pain that you hav...
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Keep Your Teeth and Mouth in Shape for Overall Better Health

BCBSMT Connect Team September 2, 2021

You may take your teeth for granted if nothing hurts. But some dental problems don’t cause pain, especially early on. And problems with your mouth can lead to other health problems. Don’t let that happen. It’s easy to cover the basi...
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What Can You Do to Get Your Energy Back?

BCBSMT Connect Team May 26, 2021

Feel like the energy has just drained out of your body? Your habits and routine may be behind your fatigue. The good news is that you can make changes to beat some common energy zappers. And unless your lack of energy stems from an injury or health...
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You Can Protect Your Hearing — Here’s How

BCBSMT Connect Team May 3, 2021

Think you’re too young to worry about hearing loss? You’re not. Things like listening to loud music, going to sporting events or working in a loud setting can harm your hearing. Take steps now to protect your hearing — once it&rsquo...
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Managing My Condition

BCBSMT Connect Team November 13, 2020

While out on a run, a BCBSMT Customer Advocate Marissa bumps into her good friend and they start discussing her mother’s health. The Customer Advocate shares a bit of insight with her friend, letting her know that there are options for her mother...
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What Is Connect?

BCBSMT Connect Team November 13, 2020

During girls’ night out, Marissa and her friends discuss their desire to be healthier. As a Customer Advocate, Marissa shows them the Connect blog, a platform that offers articles on health and wellness, fitness and more. Register or log in to...
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Coverage While Traveling

BCBSMT Connect Team November 13, 2020

We follow Marissa and her boyfriend as they travel out of state. While building up his courage to ask her a very important question, he gets nervous, fumbles and asks about his health care coverage abroad instead! As a Customer Advocate, Marissa...
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Do I Need a Referral to See a Specialist?

BCBSMT Connect Team November 13, 2020

Looking to see a specialist aside from your primary care provider like Vanessa? Not to worry! Robert answers Vanessa’s question about which plan needs a referral to see a specialist. Learn more about the referral process . Find more Health Care...
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What Does “In-Network” Mean?

BCBSMT Connect Team November 13, 2020

Sometimes the words used in health care can be confusing. Making sure you know what "in-network" means may also mean you might save money. Listen in on this discussion between our health advocate and Victor, a BCBSMT member. Find more Health Care...
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How HMO Works -- The Referral Process

BCBSMT Connect Team June 9, 2020

If you have an HMO or are thinking of purchasing an HMO, this information can help you learn when you need a referral and who should be giving you one.
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There’s No Time Like the Present to Plan for Better Health

BCBSMT Connect Team January 13, 2020

Planning your annual exams now will help make your own health a priority. Time has a way of passing by before we know it. Things you meant to do never seem to get done. That includes taking better care of your health. You can jumpstart that goal...
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New To Medicare

BCBSMT Connect Team December 18, 2019

There are certain times you can sign up for Original Medicare. Since it covers most but not all health care costs, look into a Medicare Supplement Insurance plan or a Medicare Advantage plan to help cover your share of costs.
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AEP Is Around the Corner

BCBSMT Connect Team October 24, 2019

October 15 through December 7 is the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, when members can determine whether their plan will continue to meet their needs the following year. If so, coverage continues. If unsure, members should refer to their Annual...
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