Make Your Voice Heard: Why the 2020 Census is Important for Health Care

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2020 is an important year for Americans. In addition to voting in a presidential election, they will also participate in the 2020 Census, a count of every person living in the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and five U.S. territories. Despite the changes in day-to-day life due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, it’s critical to complete the census....
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Telemedicine Means 24/7 Access to a Doctor

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Your condition may not be an emergency, but you need to talk to a doctor. In the past, if you couldn’t see your doctor, your options may have been limited to an urgent care center or the emergency room. Either one costs you more in time and money. Plus, both options may cause you to miss work,...
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My First Experience with Telemedicine (and Why You Should Give it a Try)

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Recently, I came down with a sore throat and a cough that I just could not shake. I went to an urgent care center, but a few days later, I still had symptoms and I needed relief. Unfortunately, it was 11 p.m. and my primary care physician (PCP) was not available. So, I decided to try out my telemedicine benefit through MDLIVE....
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What is the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period?

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The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period, or OEP, runs each year from January 1 through March 31. During this time, 2020 Medicare Advantage (Part C) members can change plans without penalty from CMS. The Medicare Advantage OEP is not to be confused with the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), which runs from October 15 through December 7....
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Save Money and Get Healthy with Your Independence Blue Cross Health Plan

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Have you gotten to know your Independence Blue Cross health plan yet? We offer member-exclusive perks that you won’t want to miss: discounts, reimbursements, and personal support to help you eat well, get fit, save money, and have fun on the cheap.* And the best part is they’ll bring you closer to your health and well-being goals....
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Getting Started with Your Independence Blue Cross Health Plan

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Be sure to make the most of everything your Independence Blue Cross health plan has to offer by: Finding the care you need Getting personalized support Saving time and money Ready to get started? Here are some steps to help you start the year right.  1. Register for 24/7 access to your benefits information All the information you need is right at your fingertips....
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Family Health Insurance: Taking Care of Those Who Depend on You

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Nothing is more important than protecting your family’s health and well-being — enrolling in family health insurance is one of the most important ways to do just that. Here are five good reasons to keep your family covered:

1. Health insurance helps keep your family healthy

Health care isn’t just about taking care of illnesses and injuries when they arise....
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Enroll Now for a Quality 2020 Health Insurance Plan

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Open Enrollment for 2020 individual and family health insurance plans starts November 1, 2019, and ends December 15, 2019. During Open Enrollment, you can apply for a new health insurance plan, change your health plan type, or make updates to your existing health plan, such as adding dependents. Any new plans or changes you make by December 15 will go into effect on January 1,...
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HMO vs. PPO: Which Plan Is Best for You?

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If you’re shopping for a health plan, odds are you’ll come across the terms HMO and PPO. While there are many different types health plans out there, these two are among the most recognized. Here’s a quick guide to help you figure out which one is best for your health needs and budget.

HMO Health Insurance Plans

HMO stands for Health Maintenance Organization....
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