Participants of the Motion Picture Industry Health Plan (MPIHP) should note that the COVID-19 virus (Coronavirus) diagnostic test will be covered by their particular health plan as follows:
For Anthem Blue Cross PPO Enrollees:
Through June 15, 2020, Participants enrolled in the Anthem Blue Cross PPO plan will incur no out-of-pocket costs (no co-payment and/or coinsurance) for the COVID-19 virus test and the associated visit for this test, when the test is ordered by an in-network medical provider and performed at an in network facility. The associated visit may occur in an emergency room, urgent care or doctor’s office. The COVID-19 test and the associated visit will continue to be covered at the usual plan benefit level after June 15, 2020.
For Anthem Medicare Preferred Plan (Medicare Advantage),
Kaiser Permanente, Health Net and Oxford Health Plan Enrollees:
For Participants enrolled in the Anthem Medicare Preferred Plan, Kaiser Permanente, Health Net and the Oxford Health Plans, the test for the COVID-19 virus and the associated visit for this test, when the test is ordered by an in-network medical provider and performed at an in-network facility, will be covered without the Participant incurring out-of-pocket costs (no co-payment and/or coinsurance) for a period of time as determined by those health plans and in compliance with state mandates.
What Should I Do If I Feel Sick?
Participants should seek medical care if they develop symptoms (e.g., fever, cough or shortness of breath) of the COVID-19 virus, especially if they have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19 or have recently traveled from an area with widespread or ongoing community spread of COVID-19. While sick, avoid contact with people, stay home, and delay any travel to reduce the possibility of spreading illness to others.
In addition, Participants are reminded of their telemedicine benefit. This benefit allows someone to visit with a physician by phone or to engage in online video communication using a computer, smartphone or tablet. It should not be used if emergency help is needed (e.g., for severe respiratory distress, severe weakness, loss of consciousness or chest pain).
For the latest guidelines and recommendations, please visit the Centers for Disease Control website for more information.