BCBSKS supports KCSDV, uniting communities for safety and justice
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) has a long history of supporting the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence (KCSDV). While BCBSKS is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year, KCSDV is also celebrating a big anniversary – 40 years of supporting domestic violence victim-survivors. They hope 2022 will be the year of call to action for communities to better aid victims – … Continue reading BCBSKS supports KCSDV, uniting communities for safety and justice
Bike Share ICT continues its legacy in Wichita with support from Blue Health Initiatives grant
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) is renewing its support of Bike Share ICT with a donation of $360,000 to continue to encourage Wichitans and visitors to be outside and active. This takes the total BCBSKS has contributed through this program toward healthy living over the $1 million mark. “We are committed to helping this program be successful and grow by providing this … Continue reading Bike Share ICT continues its legacy in Wichita with support from Blue Health Initiatives grant
New family member on the horizon? Be sure to enroll your new addition.
The Open Enrollment Period for plans on the Health Insurance Marketplace® is over. But even after Open Enrollment ends, coverage is available when you experience a Qualifying Life Event that may allow you to change or add to your existing coverage. When your family grows or you have another Qualifying Event, you are eligible for a Special Enrollment Period (SEP). You may qualify for a … Continue reading New family member on the horizon? Be sure to enroll your new addition.
Turning 26? Take action now.
When it comes to health insurance, turning 26 is a milestone. That’s because the Affordable Care Act (ACA) allows young adults to stay on their parent’s coverage until age 26. Turning 26 is what’s called a Qualifying Life Event. It means you are eligible for a Special Enrollment Period (SEP), allowing you to enroll in or make changes to your health insurance plan outside the … Continue reading Turning 26? Take action now.
Buying health insurance after a divorce. Make sure you have the coverage you need.
If you are losing health insurance because of a divorce or legal separation, it’s important to understand your options. Like marriage, or the birth of a baby, divorce is considered a change in household, or a Qualifying Life Event. This means it may qualify you for a Special Enrollment Period. With a Special Enrollment Period, you can enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace® outside of … Continue reading Buying health insurance after a divorce. Make sure you have the coverage you need.
Venturing out on your own? Get the health insurance you need when you’re self-employed.
If you are considering self-employment, but holding back because it would require you to purchase your own insurance, you may want to consider your options through the individual Health Insurance Marketplace®, or Healthcare.gov. At Healthcare.gov, self-employed means you have a business that takes in income but doesn’t have any employees. So, you can enroll if you’re a freelancer, consultant, independent contractor, or other self-employed worker who … Continue reading Venturing out on your own? Get the health insurance you need when you’re self-employed.
Retiring early? Get the health insurance you need.
If you are considering early retirement, but not eligible for Medicare, you may be hesitant to leave your job because of health insurance. If this is the case, you may want to consider your options through the individual Health Insurance Marketplace®, or Healthcare.gov. The Open Enrollment Period for Marketplace plans takes place annually in the fall for the next calendar year. But even after Open … Continue reading Retiring early? Get the health insurance you need.
Life happens. When it does, be sure your health coverage is on the radar.
Has a life event left you without health insurance? You may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period. If you lost your health insurance and don’t have the option to enroll in an employer-sponsored plan, you can change or enroll in a plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace or directly from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas. You may even be able to get savings … Continue reading Life happens. When it does, be sure your health coverage is on the radar.