Current_Benefit_Summary_HMO_2025-2026.pdf

Summary of Benefits and Coverage: What this Plan Covers & What You Pay for Covered Services Coverage Period: 10/01/2023 – 09/30/2024

City of Edinburg: Blue Essentials Active Plan Coverage for: Individual / Family | Plan Type: HMO

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, a Division of Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company, an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association

The Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC) document will help you choose a health plan. The SBC shows you how you and the plan would share the cost for covered health care services. NOTE: Information about the cost of this plan (called the premium) will be provided separately.

This is only a summary. For more information about your coverage, or to get a copy of the complete terms of coverage, call 1-877-299-2377 or at

For general definitions of common terms, such as allowed amount, balance billing, coinsurance, copayment, deductible, provider, or other underlined terms, see the Glossary. You can view the Glossary at www.healthcare.gov/sbc-glossary/ or call 1-855-756-4448 to request a copy.

Important Questions Answers Why This Matters:

What is the overall deductible? $1,250 Individual / $3,750 Family

Generally, you must pay all of the costs from providers up to the deductible amount before this plan begins to pay. If you have other family members on the plan, each family member must meet their own individual deductible until the total amount of deductible expenses paid by all family members meets the overall family deductible.

Are there services covered before you meet your deductible?

Yes. Services that charge a copayment, prescription drugs, and preventive care are covered before you meet your deductible.

This plan covers some items and services even if you haven’t yet met the deductible amount. But a copayment or coinsurance may apply. For example, this plan covers certain preventive services without cost sharing and before you meet your deductible. See a list of covered preventive services at www.healthcare.gov/coverage/preventive-care-benefits/.

Are there other deductibles for specific services?

No. You don’t have to meet deductibles for specific services.

What is the out-of-pocket limit for this plan? $6,500 Individual / $13,000 Family

The out-of-pocket limit is the most you could pay in a year for covered services. If you have other family members in this plan, they have to meet their own out-of-pocket limits until the overall family out-of-pocket limit has been met.

What is not included in the out-of-pocket limit?

Premiums, balance-billing charges, and health care this plan doesn’t cover.

Even though you pay these expenses, they don’t count toward the out-of-pocket limit.

Will you pay less if you use a network provider?

Yes. See www.bcbstx.com or call 1-800-810-2583 for a list of network providers.

This plan uses a provider network. You will pay less if you use a provider in the plan’s network. You will pay the most if you use an out-of-network provider, and you might receive a bill from a provider for the difference between the provider’s charge and what your plan pays (balance billing).

Be aware, your network provider might use an out-of-network provider for some services (such as lab work). Check with your provider before you get services.

Do you need a referral to see a specialist? Yes. This plan will pay some or all of the costs to see a specialist for covered services but only if you have a referral before you see the specialist.

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*For more information about limitations and exceptions, see the plan or policy document at

All copayment and coinsurance costs shown in this chart are after your deductible has been met, if a deductible applies.

Common Medical Event Services You May Need What You Will Pay Limitations, Exceptions, & Other

Important Information In-Network Provider (You will pay the least)

Out-of-Network Provider (You will pay the most)

If you visit a health care provider’s office or clinic

Primary care visit to treat an injury or illness

$35/visit;

deductible does not apply Not Covered None

Specialist visit $50/visit;

deductible does not apply

Not Covered Referral required.

Preventive care/screening/ immunization

No Charge;

deductible does not apply

Not Covered

You may have to pay for services that aren’t preventive. Ask your provider if the services needed are preventive. Then check what your plan will pay for.

If you have a test

Diagnostic test (x-ray, blood work)

20% coinsurance after deductible Not Covered None

Imaging (CT/PET scans, MRIs)

20% coinsurance after deductible Not Covered None https://policy-srv.box.com/s/toazv42sacf45x53kg866nym8if44fwn. 12

What You Will Pay Limitations, Exceptions, & Other

Important Information In-Network Provider (You will pay the least)

Out-of-Network Provider (You will pay the most)

If you need drugs to treat your illness or condition More information about prescription drug coverage is available at www.bcbstx.com

Preferred generic drugs $15 retail/$37.50 mail order/prescription;

deductible does not apply

Not Covered Retail covers a 30-day supply. With appropriate prescription, up to a 90-day supply is available. Mail order covers a 90-day supply.

Payment of the difference between the cost of a brand name drug and a generic may be required if a generic drug is available.

Certain drugs require approval before they will be covered.

The cost-sharing for insulin included in the drug list will not exceed $25 per prescription for a 30-day supply, regardless of the amount or type of insulin needed to fill the prescription.

Non-preferred generic drugs $30 retail/$75 mail order/prescription;

deductible does not apply

Not Covered

Preferred brand drugs $45 retail/$112.50 mail order/prescription;

deductible does not apply

Not Covered

Non-preferred brand drugs $60 retail/$150 mail order/prescription;

deductible does not apply

Not Covered

Specialty drugs $150/prescription;

deductible does not apply Not Covered

Specialty drugs must be obtained from In-Network specialty pharmacy provider.

Specialty retail limited to a 30-day supply.

Mail order is not covered.

If you have outpatient surgery

Facility fee (e.g., ambulatory surgery center)

20% coinsurance after deductible

Not Covered None

Physician/surgeon fees 20% coinsurance after deductible Not Covered None

If you need immediate medical attention

Emergency room care $350/visit plus 20% coinsurance;

deductible does not apply

$350/visit plus 20% coinsurance;

deductible does not apply

Emergency room copayment waived if admitted.

Emergency medical transportation

20% coinsurance after deductible

20% coinsurance after deductible

Ground and air transportation covered.

Urgent care $100/visit;

deductible does not apply

Not Covered You may have to pay for services that are not covered by the visit fee. For an example, see “If you have a test” on page 2.

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Important Information In-Network Provider (You will pay the least)

Out-of-Network Provider (You will pay the most)

If you have a hospital stay

Facility fee (e.g., hospital room)

20% coinsurance after deductible Not Covered None

Physician/surgeon fees 20% coinsurance after deductible Not Covered None

If you need mental health, behavioral health, or substance abuse services

Outpatient services

$35/office visit;

deductible does not apply 20% coinsurance after deductible for other outpatient services

Not Covered Certain services must be preauthorized;

refer to your benefit booklet* for details.

Inpatient services 20% coinsurance after deductible Not Covered None

If you are pregnant

Office visits

$35 PCP/

$50 SPC;

deductible does not apply

Not Covered Copayment applies to first prenatal visit (per pregnancy).

Cost sharing does not apply for preventive services. Depending on the type of services, a copayment, coinsurance, or deductible may apply. Maternity care may include tests and service described elsewhere in the SBC (i.e. ultrasound).

Childbirth/delivery professional services

20% coinsurance after deductible Not Covered

Childbirth/delivery facility services

20% coinsurance after deductible Not Covered None https://policy-srv.box.com/s/toazv42sacf45x53kg866nym8if44fwn. 14

Important Information In-Network Provider (You will pay the least)

Out-of-Network Provider (You will pay the most)

If you need help recovering or have other special health needs

Home health care 20% coinsurance after deductible Not Covered None

Rehabilitation services

$35 PCP/

$50 SPC/visit;

deductible does not apply 20% coinsurance after deductible for other outpatient services and inpatient services

Not Covered

None

Habilitation services

$35 PCP/

$50 SPC/visit;

deductible does not apply 20% coinsurance after deductible for other outpatient services and inpatient services

Not Covered

Skilled nursing care 20% coinsurance after deductible Not Covered Limited to 60 days per calendar year.

Preauthorization is required.

Durable medical equipment 20% coinsurance after deductible Not Covered None

Hospice services 20% coinsurance after deductible

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Important Information In-Network Provider (You will pay the least)

Out-of-Network Provider (You will pay the most)

If your child needs dental or eye care

Children’s eye exam

$35 PCP/

$50 SPC;

deductible does not apply

Not Covered None

Children’s glasses Not Covered Not Covered None

Children’s dental check-up Not Covered Not Covered None

Excluded Services & Other Covered Services:

Services Your Plan Generally Does NOT Cover (Check your policy or plan document for more information and a list of any other excluded services.)

• Acupuncture

• Bariatric surgery

• Chiropractic care

• Long-term care

• Non-emergency care when traveling outside the

U.S.

• Private-duty nursing

• Routine foot care

• Weight loss programs

Other Covered Services (Limitations may apply to these services. This isn’t a complete list. Please see your plan document.)

• Cosmetic surgery (limited coverage services)

• Dental care (Adult and children, limited coverage services)

• Hearing aids (1 per ear per 36-month period)

• Infertility treatment (diagnosis of infertility covered; invitro not covered)

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