Retirees Age 65 and Over
This page is for you if you are retired and Medicare is your primary coverage.
If you are still working, regardless of your age, refer to the information page for Employees and Retirees Under Age 65.
Find out what's new for Plan Year 2011.
HealthSelect offers you:
- 24/7 Nurseline - nurses ready to answer your medical questions 24/7/365;
- Comprehensive coverage, including preventive care, behavioral health, and physical therapy;
- Coordination of Benefits with Medicare;
- No primary care physician (PCP) or referrals required;
- *BlueExtrasSM – discounts on eyewear, hearing aids, and more;
- *Fitness Program – access to a gym network for a $29 initiation fee and $29 per month;
- Blue PointsSM – earn rewards like fitness gear for healthy activity;
- Blue Care Connection® - online or phone support for losing weight or quitting smoking; and
- Coverage all over the world.
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*ERS cannot and does not guarantee the length of time that a specific type of "Value-Added" product shall be offered. Any questions or concerns about these products should be directed to BCBSTX Customer Service at (800) 252-8039.
What's new for Plan Year 2011?
There will be changes to what you pay for some benefits beginning September 1, 2010:
- $150 copay per day for inpatient hospital care;
- $3,000 coinsurance maximum;
- $100 copay for high-tech radiology services (CT scan, MRI, and nuclear medicine);
- Limited annual visits and lower benefit maximum for chiropractic care; and
- New way to save money with Urgent Care Clinic/Center benefit ($50 copay). Refer to the "Knowing Your Options" flyer for more information.
