What is BCBS PPO?

What is BCBS PPO?

The BCBS PPO is a preferred provider organization (PPO) that combines the advantages of a national network with the option to use physicians and facilities outside the network, but at a higher cost. When you join the BCBS PPO, you are not required to choose a primary care physician.

What does PPO cover?

PPOs cover your care if you visit an out-of-network provider or facility. However, you may pay a higher amount for out-of-network services. PPOs cannot charge more than Original Medicare charges for certain kinds of care, including chemotherapy, dialysis, and skilled nursing facility (SNF) care.

Does Blue Cross Blue Shield Illinois cover vasectomy?

We accept virtually all PPO insurance plans and have found that most insurance companies do cover the procedure. All of our physicians are in-network as participating providers (PPO doctors) with most insurance carriers, including Blue Cross/Blue Shield. *We do not accept Tricare or HMO plans.

How much is a vasectomy out of pocket?

Getting a vasectomy can cost anywhere between $0 and $1,000, including follow-up visits. The cost of a vasectomy varies and depends on where you get it, what kind you get, and whether or not you have health insurance that will cover some or all of the cost.

How much does a CT scan cost with Blue Cross Blue Shield Illinois?

Depending on the location and establishments, we can estimate the average cost of a CT scan between $270 and $5,000.

When to offer Blue Cross and blue shield PPO?

You can realize cost advantages when you offer BlueChoice PPO ® along with other Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois Plans, where you give your employees the opportunity to choose the health care benefits plan that’s right for them.

What to do if you have a bcbsil ID?

For a common illness or injury, like a cold, flu, minor cut or burn, you have a few options to get care. These are less expensive than going to the emergency room. Call the 24/7 Nurseline. The number is on the back of your BCBSIL member ID card. Call your doctor. If the office is closed, call the doctor’s after-hours number.

Where are blue choice opt PPO providers in Illinois?

* The Blue Choice OPT PPO network covers the Chicago Metro area in Illinois with contracted providers in Cook, Lake, McHenry, DuPage, Kane, Grundy, Kankakee, Kendall and Will counties. In addition to not having to select a PCP or get referrals for specialist, you’ll have three tiers to keep in mind:

Do you need to call bcbsil to get pre-authorization?

You may need to get pre-authorization (or pre-notification) from BCBSIL before getting certain tests or services. Your doctor’s office will call the pre-authorization number on the back of your BCBSIL member ID card to confirm. You can also call before you go for care or to confirm your doctor’s office has gotten the needed authorization.