What is federal BCBS?
The Blue Cross and Blue Shield Service Benefit Plan, also known as the Federal Employee Program® (FEP®), has been part of the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program since its inception in 1960. They are responsible for processing claims and providing customer service to our members.
How much does the government pay for FEHB?
The government’s share of 2022 FEHB premiums will go up by an average of 1.9%. On average, the government’s share of the of the total cost of an employee’s health insurance premiums is 70%. FEHB premiums will go up an average of 2.4% overall next year when combining both the employee’s and government’s shares.
Is the Blue Cross and blue shield FEP for federal employees?
WASHINGTON – Today the Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) Government-wide Service Benefit Plan, also known as the Federal Employee Program (FEP), announced 2016 benefits for federal workers and retirees in the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program.
What are wrap benefits for Blue Cross and blue shield?
For all Non-core benefits, you pay 30% of our allowance after you meet your calendar year deductible. Wrap benefits give you access to additional benefits not covered in Core or Non-core. These include things such as maternity care and physical therapy. These services are not subject to the deductible.
When do you get$ 50 from Blue Cross and blue shield?
Earn $50 when you get at least one dose of the FDA-authorized COVID-19 vaccines. Due to overwhelming interest in this program, we are extending the deadline for your first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. Now you can earn $50 when you receive at least one dose by December 31.
What are the non core benefits of Blue Cross?
Non-core benefits include all primary care and specialists visits beyond the first ten combined, lab and diagnostic services, allergy treatments, surgeries and emergency care. For all Non-core benefits, you pay 30% of our allowance after you meet your calendar year deductible.