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Manage My Condition

BCBSIL Connect Team December 11, 2020

While out on a run, a BCBSIL 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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Go Digital With the BCBSIL Mobile App

BCBSIL Connect Team December 11, 2020

Wish you didn’t get so much paper in the mail? Go digital and download the BCBSIL Mobile App now. The BCBSIL App is available for iPhone and Android users. To get the BCBSIL App, text * BCBSILAPP to 33633 or search for BCBSIL in the iTunes App Store...
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Use Member Rewards To Get Money Back

BCBSIL Connect Team December 11, 2020

Need to find a specialist? Use Member Rewards and get rewarded up to $500! Learn more about how you could earn cash with Member Rewards. Find more Health Care One-to-One videos. Originally published 12/11/2020; Revised 10/19/2023
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Spanish Resources

BCBSIL Connect Team December 11, 2020

Marissa’s dad, who is a native Spanish speaker, needs help managing the BCBS public website. As a Customer Advocate, Marissa shows her father how to switch the site to Spanish as well as advise him on how to find Spanish language information. Find...
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How Do I Read My Explanation of Benefits

BCBSIL Connect Team February 27, 2020

Want to know about the forms you get in the mail that LOOK like a medical bill but aren't? Those explanations of benefits are important for understanding your coverage. Find more Health Care One-to-One videos.
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New To Medicare

BCBSIL 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

BCBSIL 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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Get The Most From Your Medicare Advantage Plan

BCBSIL Connect Team October 24, 2019

The video spotlights Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medicare Advantage Plans and inspires members to use its many benefits and services, including help to set up medical appointments and to find specialists, prescription drug coverage, zero-dollar preventive...
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Medicare Coverage Checklist

BCBSIL Connect Team September 3, 2019

It’s a good time to give your coverage a checkup. Use the checklist below to evaluate your current Medicare plan ahead of the Annual Enrollment Period. Use the answers you provide to these questions as you look through your plan offerings. Important...
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Adult Wellness Guidelines: Making Preventive Care a Priority

BCBSIL Connect Team January 11, 2018

Start the New Year in good health by seeking preventive care. Preventive care is very important for everyone in your family. And the good news is you can receive most preventive care at no additional cost to you. Remember to ask Your Doctor about...
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Usted y su Médico: Colaborando juntos para mantenerlo saludable

EquipoConnect October 27, 2015

Cuando necesita atención médica, ¿tiene un médico al que puede llamar? Si no es así, comience ya y encuentre a un médico al que pueda considerar como su médico propio. No espere enfermarse para convertirse en paciente.
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Emergency Preparedness

BCBSIL Connect Team September 16, 2015

You're not alone! The reality is that it's very difficult to be totally prepared for an emergency, but there are steps you can take to have a plan of action in case an emergency were to happen. Download this Ready.gov infographic to prepare for emergencies...
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Member Voice: Cecilia — individual health insurance…“It Was Like Winning the Lottery!”

BCBSIL Connect Team January 21, 2015

In 2008, Cecilia was laid off from work and lost her health insurance. “It was an awful feeling,” Cecilia said. “After my company was downsized, I tried to purchase insurance on my own, but it was too expensive.” Cecilia could no longer afford the...
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Member Voice: Student Health Insurance— It’s Important!

BCBSIL Connect Team October 10, 2014

Getting sick miles away from home with no health insurance is a scary thought. Regardless of if you feel young and healthy, rarely get sick or have a pre-existing condition, student health insurance has many benefits and can help you. Don’t take...
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