Tag Archives: consumerism
7 cool things to check out at the new and improved bcbsm.com
The Blues are committed to providing all of our customers with the best online experience possible, whether you’re shopping for new coverage or managing an existing plan. That’s why we recently made a lot of changes to bcbsm.com. The improvements … Continue reading
‘Total Body Health’ Junior Achievement Storefront to Educate Kids About Health Insurance and Financial Literacy
Educating young people about health insurance and health care planning empowers them to make better choices as they grow into adulthood. This is why we are proud to partner with Junior Achievement and Quicken Loans in support of the Quicken … Continue reading
Health insurance 101 – A glossary of common insurance terms
Sixth in a series of posts to help you better understand health insurance and how recent changes affect you. Confused about health insurance? You’re not alone. The health care industry is a highly regulated, complex delivery system with multiple stakeholders, … Continue reading
Health insurance 101: Health savings accounts help consumers fill gaps in coverage
Pairing an HSA with a high-deductible health plan… can be a smart way to go. Continue reading
Health insurance 101: How Blues plans reward individual wellness
Fourth in a series of blog posts featuring frequently asked questions about health care insurance. Previously, we discussed the rise of consumer-directed health care among insurance plans. Those plans sometimes involve provisions designed to encourage or even reward individuals who … Continue reading
Health insurance 101: The rise of consumer-directed health care plans
Third in a series of blog posts featuring frequently asked questions about health insurance. As we discussed in last week’s post, employers are passing more of the costs of health coverage to employees. In response, insurers are offering health plans … Continue reading
Health insurance 101: Rising costs spur changes in health plan designs
Second in a series of blog posts to help you better understand health insurance and how recent changes affect you. We welcome your comments and questions. As health care costs rise, the types of plans offered to employees are expanding. … Continue reading
