We are pleased to announce that beginning January 1, 2011, BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) will provide plan administrative services for CARES medical plan members.

BlueCross BlueShield is one of the largest provider networks in the country and is an industry leader in Health Care. 

To find more about our new healthcare partner, visit www.bcbstx.com.

You can verify network doctors and search for providers by name, specialty or location by accessing the Find A Doctor link at their website. (Select the Blue Choice PPO network.)

For more information, Call the BlueCross BlueShield Information line at 1-888-762-2190.

Call center hours are 8am to 8pm CST Monday through Friday.

Health Care Reform Brings Changes
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Care Reimbursement
After January 1, 2011 over-the-counter (OTC) medicines and drugs will require a physician’s prescription in order to be eligible for reimbursement from a health flexible spending account (FSA).  Though the specific list of items has not been finalized, the following categories of items will require a physician’s prescription in order to be reimbursed from your FSA account.  FSA plan participants will no longer be able to purchase OTC items with their debit card; however, you may submit claims along with your prescription to Discovery.

Website: www.discoverybenefits.com
Customer Service: 
866-451-3399
Health Care Reform is something we hear a lot about, but what does it mean for you in 2011?
  • The age for covering dependent children is increasing to 26.  CARES adopted the extension early so this provision is already in effect.
  • Group Health Plans will be required to provide preventive care expenses with no cost sharing.  CARES is more generous than the proposed requirements and provides preventive care with no cost to the employee.
  • Lifetime limits will no longer apply.
  • Plans must cover pre-existing conditions for children under 19. Beginning 1/1/11, CARES will discontinue the pre-existing condition limitation for all participants.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts will no longer be able to automatically reimburse for over-the-counter medications. (see article to the left)    
 
Contact Services Toll Free # Website
BlueCross BlueShield TX Medical Network and Claims 888-762-2190 www.bcbstx.com
Express Scripts (ESI) Prescription Drugs 866-776-0056 www.express-scripts.com
Magellan Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 800-327-1393 www.MagellanHealth.com/member
The Prevention Plan Chronic Conditions, 24-hour nurse line Health Information, Wellness, Coaching 866-713-1180 www.ThePreventionPlan.com
Best Doctors Expert Referral Service 866-904-0910 www.BestDoctors.com
Discovery Benefits Flexible Benefits Administrator (FSA) 866-451-3399 www.DiscoveryBenefits.com