What kind of insurance is excellus?
With a Medicare Advantage plan, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield is your primary insurer, rather than Medicare, and covers your healthcare costs. Some Medicare Advantage plans include vision, hearing, and dental coverage, and most include Part D prescription drug coverage.
Is excellus an HMO or PPO?
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield is an HMO plan and PPO plan with a Medicare contract.
Is excellus part of BCBS?
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, a nonprofit independent licensee of the BlueCross BlueShield Association, is part of a family of companies that finances and delivers vital health care services to about 1.6 million people across upstate New York. To learn more, visit excellusbcbs.com.
How do I contact excellus?
For Claims, Benefits, Prescriptions, and All Other Questions: Call 1-800-499-1275, Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fridays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Medicare Members: Call 1-877-883-9577, Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
What is excellus Blue Choice Option?
Blue Choice Option is a Medicaid Managed Care program sponsored by New York State. It provides very low-cost health insurance coverage for individuals and families who are eligible.
What is BCBS Excellus?
Our Qualified Health Plans include prescription drug coverage and home delivery, telemedicine, free preventive care, dental and vision coverage for children, and access to 100% of hospitals and 99% of doctors in our area. Plus, our BlueCard® program gives you access to care when you travel.
How big is Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield?
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, headquartered in Rochester, NY, is part of a $6 billion family of companies that finances and delivers health care services across upstate New York and long term care insurance nationwide.
Is excellus the same as Anthem?
Excellus, and Anthem are all part of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield system, as is Florida Blue. The system includes 37 independent, locally operated companies across the U.S. This affiliation (or system) enables Blue Cross and Blue Shield members to access high-quality health care anywhere in the country.
How many members does Excellus BCBS have?
Collectively, the enterprise provides health insurance to nearly 1.5 million members and employs about 4,000 New Yorkers. The company has financial strength rating of “BBB+” (Stable) by Standard and Poor’s.
Is Excellus BlueCross BlueShield an HMO?
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield is an HMO plan and PPO plan with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in Excellus BlueCross BlueShield depends on contract renewal. Submit a complaint about your Medicare plan at www.Medicare.gov or learn about filing a complaint by contacting the Medicare Ombudsman.
How do I file a complaint about my Excellus BlueCross BlueShield plan?
Enrollment in Excellus BlueCross BlueShield depends on contract renewal. Submit a complaint about your Medicare plan at www.Medicare.gov or learn about filing a complaint by contacting the Medicare Ombudsman. Y0028_8095_M. This page last updated 12-09-2021. How can I find out if a benefit is covered on my plan?
How do I get help with my Excellus BCBS plan?
For customer care or billing assistance with your current Excellus BCBS plan, please call one of the numbers below. Conveniently located in the Ridgecrest Commons plaza, between Five Guys and the Ashley Furniture Homestore. Tip: Consultations typically take 30 minutes to an hour.
What is the Excellus Blue Cross BlueShield mother Witt Doula program?
The Excellus Blue Cross BlueShield grant for the Mother Witt Doula Program complements Syracuse Community Connections’ Healthy Start programming, made possible through their partnership with the Healthy Families Division of the Onondaga County Health Department.