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Understanding How Premium Dollars Are Used

Health care costs continue to rise, impacting premium rates and putting pressure on small businesses. With the complexity of the health care system, it can be challenging for employees to understand just how their premium dollars are put to use. We want to help. Click on the video below to learn how premium dollars are Read More »

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Why you’re paying more for health insurance – and what impacts costs

Rising costs and the growing demand for health care — especially for hospital services and prescription drugs — are challenging patients, doctors, businesses, health plans, and the entire health care system. These difficulties are causing higher premiums and higher out-of-pocket costs nationwide. Many of our local health care leaders are already collaborating to make care more accessible Read More »

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The Future of Prescription Drugs: 5 Trends Shaping Benefits

Prescription drugs are a major part of health care today and rising costs continue to affect both members and organizations. At Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS) our commitment stays rooted in the people we serve. As a nonprofit, we spend 92 cents of every premium dollar on medical and pharmacy care, and we’re focused on helping Read More »

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Supporting Small Businesses Through 2026 Changes

Running a small business has never been easy. We understand these changes are difficult. Our commitment is to help small businesses make the most of their benefits and to continue supporting your employees in meaningful ways. Even in a challenging year, we’ve worked to deliver value, improve access, and help manage costs. Here are the Read More »

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Ensuring Employees Get the Mental Health Support They Need

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, depression symptoms disrupt daily functioning, including cognitive performance in the workplace for 87.9% of affected adults. While many companies are working hard to support mental wellbeing, there is still a serious medication gap for those in need. Understanding this medication gap is essential in helping to Read More »

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Your Team’s Mental Health Matters, Here’s How We’ve Got Them Covered

At Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS), we understand the importance of medical and behavioral health working together and our care management teams ensure your employees receive comprehensive support that fits their unique needs. When people feel supported from every angle, they’re more likely to follow treatment plans and take steps toward better health. Some of the Read More »

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Collaborative Cancer Care: How OncoHealth and Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Work Together

Cancer care is personal. Every diagnosis brings its own set of challenges not just for the patient, but for families, providers and employers, too. At Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS), we understand that managing cancer care requires a team approach. That’s why we support a collaborative model of care, one where pharmacists, oncologists, and hematologists work Read More »

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