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Versatile 1 PPO, RX1, Hearing Benefits-at-a-Glance Western Michigan Health Insurance Pool Group Number: 71565 Package Code(s):001 Section Code(s):1000, 1100 In-Network Out-of-Network Deductible, Copays/Coinsurance and Dollar Maximums Deductible - per calendar year Copays/Coinsurance
30% Note: Services without a network are covered at the in-network level. Out-of-Pocket Maximum Lifetime Maximum Preventive Services
Health Maintenance Exam - one per calendar year
Routine Physical Related Test - X-Rays, EKG and lab
procedures performed as part of the health maintenance exam Annual Gynecological Exam - one per calendar year, in
addition to health maintenance exam Pap Smear Screening - one per calendar year
Mammography Screening - one per calendar year
Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) Screening - one per
calendar year Endoscopic Exams - one per calendar year
Visits beyond 47 months are limited to one per member per calendar year under the health maintenance exam benefit.
Physician Office Services Emergency Medical Care
Qualified medical emergency Non-Emergency use of the Emergency Room
Ambulance Services - Medically Necessary Transport
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services
MRI,MRA, PET and CAT Scans and Nuclear Medicine
Diagnostic Tests, X-rays, Laboratory & Pathology
Maternity Services Provided by a Physician Hospital Care
Semi-Private Room, Inpatient Physician Care, General
Nursing Care, Hospital Services and Supplies Inpatient Medical Care
Alternatives to Hospital Care Surgical Services
Surgery (includes related surgical services)
excludes reversal sterilization Sterilization - females only;
Human Organ Transplants
Specified Organ Transplants in designated facilities
Not covered except in designated facilities
only, when coordinated through BCBSM Human Organ Transplant Program (800-242-3504) Kidney, Cornea, Bone Marrow and Skin
Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse Services Other Services
24 visit maximum per calendar year Durable Medical Equipment
Therapy Services
Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy
Note: The following services require preapproval: Inpatient Care, select Radiology Services, Inpatient Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse Care, and Skilled Nursing.
Hearing To be payable, hearing care benefits must be received from a participating provider and in the order listed. Frequency Limitation Audiometric Exam Hearing Aid Evaluation Hearing Aid Hearing Aid Conformity Test Prescription Drugs Retail- 30 day supply
$ 0 copay – OTC drugs (Only – Zyrtec, Zyrtec D, Prilosec, Claritin, Children’s Claritin, Claritin RediTabs and Claritin-D) $10 copay for generic drugs $40 copay for brand name drugs
Mail Order- 90 day supply
$ 0 copay – OTC drugs (Only – Zyrtec, Zyrtec D, Prilosec, Claritin, Children’s Claritin, Claritin RediTabs and Claritin-D) $20 copay for generic drugs $80 copay for brand name drugs
Oral and Injectable Contraceptives
Covered - 100% for generic drugs; brand name drugs are subject to the applicable
Additional Services
Covered – limited to 12 doses per month
Diabetic Supplies
The information in this document is based on BCBSM’s current interpretation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA). Interpretations of PPACA vary and the federal government continues to issue guidance on how PPACA should be interpreted and applied. Efforts will be made to update this document as more information about PPACA becomes available. This document is only an educational tool and should not be relied upon as legal or compliance advice. Additionally, some PPACA requirements may differ for particular members enrolled in certain programs, and those members should consult with their plan administrators for specific details. This is intended as an easy-to-read summary and provides only a general overview of your benefits. It is not a contract. Additional limitations and exclusions may apply. Payment amounts are based on BCBSM’s approved amount, less any applicable deductible and/or copay. For a complete description of benefits please see the applicable BCBSM certificates and riders, if your group is underwritten or any other plan documents your group uses, if your group is self-funded. If there is a discrepancy between this Benefits-At-A-Glance and any applicable plan document, the plan document will control. will control.
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