What is SHBP plan?

What is SHBP plan?

Medical insurance is important to assist in paying for medical expenses, whether they are expected or unexpected. The health insurance offered to eligible employees through your Employer is currently provided through the State Health Benefit Plan (SHBP).

Is Anthem and Blue Cross the same in Georgia?

and Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthcare Plan of Georgia, Inc. (collectively “BCBSGa”) has changed to Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Anthem), a trusted name that symbolizes quality for millions of consumers across the country. While our trade name and logo have changed, almost everything else will stay the same.

Is Blue Cross Blue Shield available in Georgia?

Anthem BlueCross BlueShield of Georgia provides comprehensive, affordable health coverage to residents of Georgia. As an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, Anthem BCBS of Georgia links members to leading doctors and facilities in the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia family.

What is Anthem SHBP?

SHBP is a self-funded plan that pays claims out of the premiums contributed from members and from monthly contributions from the Employers that offer the SHBP (e.g., State agencies and Public Schools), except for our fully-insured plan options Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Anthem) and UnitedHealthcare Medicare …

Does Georgia have state healthcare?

The State Health Benefit Plan (SHBP) is a Division of the Georgia Department of Community Health. It serves as the state’s administrator of health insurance coverage for state employees, teachers, public school employees, retirees, and former employees, and covered dependents.

What are well being incentive credits?

You and your covered spouse are each eligible to earn up to 480 well-being incentive points (that’s up to 960 points total) that can be redeemed for well-being incentive credits3. These credits can be used to reimburse you for covered out-of-pocket medical and pharmacy expenses.

Is health insurance required in Georgia?

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires all citizens to obtain a basic level of health insurance coverage. This law applies to residents of Georgia and operates in conjunction with several state consumer protection laws to help protect Georgians from the high cost of healthcare.

How do I contact Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia?

Learn about insurance options for Individuals & Families or Employers, or get connected with your local Blue Cross Blue Shield company by calling 888.630. 2583.

Does Anthem cover out of state?

Yes, Anthem individual plans include the BlueCard® Program so you can get care anywhere in the U.S. or abroad! To find doctors and hospitals when you or a covered dependent needs care away from home: } Visit the Anthem Provider Finder at anthem.com to locate doctors in the U.S., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

How do I get an EOB from Anthem?

EOBs by mail and just view them online. Log in to anthem.com. If you haven’t registered yet, you’ll need to register to log in.