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Benefits Enrollment &
Reference
Your Health Guide
Benefit 2021
Options
Effective July 1, 2021–June 30, 2022
Group/Benefit Year
Active and Under 65 Retirees
HARFORD COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL
CLIENT
ENTITIES
NAMEContents Benefits and Eligibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Patient-Centered Medical Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Triple Option Open Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 BlueCard & Blue Cross Blue Shield Global® Core . 6 BlueChoice Opt-Out Plus Open Access . . . . . . . . . 8 BlueVision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Away From Home Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Prescription Drug Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Take the Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Know Before You Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Health & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Mental Health Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Medical Benefits Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 PPO Plus Premier Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 PPO Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 My Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Select Vision Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Notice of Nondiscrimination and Availability of Language Assistance Services . . . . 41 The purpose of this Enrollment and Reference Guide is to provide information about your benefits options and how to enroll for coverage or make changes to existing coverage. This Guide is only a summary of your choices and does not fully describe each benefit option. Please refer to your Employee Benefit Guide or Certificate of Coverage for information about the plans. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this Guide is accurate; however, the provisions of the actual contracts for each plan will govern in the event of any discrepancy.
Benefits and Eligibility
Eligibility Ineligibility
Dependents* Any ineligible dependents should be removed from
Eligible family members include your: your coverage as soon as they become ineligible.
As a reminder we have included a few examples of
■■ Legal spouse ineligible dependents:
■■ ependent children until the end of the
D
■■ nyone who is not your legal spouse
A
month in which they reach age 26
(ex-spouse, fiancé, common-law spouse, etc.)
■■ nmarried dependent children over the age
U
■■ ependents no longer covered by a
D
limit if:
court order
They are dependent on you for primary
■■ Live-in partners
financial support and maintenance due to
a physical or mental disability, ■■ Children of live-in partners
They are incapable of self-support, and ■■ tepchildren following divorce from
S
natural parent
The disability existed before reaching age
26 or while covered under the plan. ■■ Parents of employees
Eligible children include your:
■■ Natural children
■■ Stepchildren
■■ Legally adopted children
■■ Foster children
■■ child for whom you have legal guardianship
A
including grandchildren
■■ hild for whom the court has issued
C
a QMSCO (Qualified Medical Child
Support Order)
*
You must submit life event changes within 30 days of event and verification of eligibility for all dependents on your account within
30 days of enrollment.
Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021 ■ 1Benefits and Eligibility
Dependent Eligibility Documentation Requirements
Relationship to
Eligibility Definition Documentation for Verification of Relationship
Employee
Spouse A person to whom you are legally married ■■ Copy of last year’s Federal Tax Return with the
financial information crossed out. The tax form
should be signed or submitted with proof of
electronic filing OR
■■ Proof of Current Joint Owership. Document must
be dated within the last six months and include
the employee’s name, spouse’s name and current
address. Acceptable documents include:
■■ Mortgage statement or renntal/lease agreement
(financial information crossed out)
■■ Property tax bill (financial information crossed out)
■■ Joint checking or savings account statement
(financial information crossed out)
Dependent Dependent children until the end of the month in ■■ Natural Child—Provide 1 of the following:
Child(ren) which they reach age 26 ■■ Copy of birth certificate showing employee’s
name OR
■■ Hospital verification of birth (must include child's
name, date of birth and parents’ names) OR
■■ Certificate of birth
■■ Step Child—Provide 1 of the above showing
employee’s spouse name; and a copy of marriage
certificate showing the employee and parent’s name
■■ Legal Guardian, Adoption, Grandchild(ren), or
Foster Child(ren)—Copy of Final Court Ordered
Custody with presiding judge’s signature and seal,
or Adoption Final Decree with presiding judge’s
signature and seal.
■■ Child for whom the court has issued a QMSCO—A
copy of the Qualified Medical Child Support Order
Disabled Unmarried dependent children over the age limit ■■ Copy of Social Security disability award (if a
Dependents if: disability ruling by Social Security is pending,
1. T hey are dependent on you for primary include a current copy of the application for
financial support and maintenance due to a disability) AND
physical or mental disability, ■■ Federal Tax Return for year just filed AND
2. T hey are incapable of self-support, and ■■ Completed Disability Form (Request from Benefits
3. T he disability existed before reaching age 26 or Office)
while covered under the plan.
2 ■ Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021Patient-Centered Medical Home
Supporting the relationship between you and your doctor
Whether you’re trying to get healthy or stay healthy, you need the best
care. That’s why CareFirst1 created the Patient-Centered Medical Home
(PCMH) program to focus on the relationship between you and your
primary care provider (PCP).
A PCP is important to
The program is designed to provide your PCP with a more complete your health
view of your health needs. Your PCP will be able to use information
By visiting your PCP for routine
to better manage and coordinate your care with all your health care
visits, you build a relationship,
providers including specialists, labs, pharmacies and others to ensure and your PCP will get to know
you get access to, and receive the most appropriate care in the most you and your medical history.
affordable settings.
If you have an urgent health
Extra care for certain health conditions issue, having a PCP who knows
your history often makes it
If you have certain health conditions, your PCMH PCP will partner easier and faster to get the care
with a care coordinator, a registered nurse, to: you need.
■■ Create a care plan based on your health needs with specific Even if you are young and
follow up activities healthy, or don’t visit the doctor
often, choosing a PCP is key to
■■ Review your medications and possible drug interactions
maintaining good health.
■■ Check in with you to make sure you’re following your
treatment plan
■■ Assist you in obtaining services and equipment necessary to
manage your health condition(s)
PCPs play a huge role in keeping you healthy for the long run. If you don’t already have a
relationship with a doctor, you can begin researching one today!
■■ To find a PCMH PCP,
look for the PCMH logo
when searching for
primary care providers
in our Provider Directory
or log in to My Account
and click Select/Change
PCP under Quick Links.
1
All references to CareFirst refer to CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and CareFirst, BlueChoice, Inc., collectively.
CST1310-1P (9/17)
Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021 ■ 3Triple Option Open Access
Available only to out-of-state residents
Triple Option Open Access offers you the freedom to visit any provider you wish. You have the
flexibility to choose from both in- and out-of-network providers with your out-of-pocket costs
determined by your choice. There is no need to choose a primary care provider (PCP) or to
obtain a referral before visiting a specialist.
Benefits of the Triple Option Open Level 2: To receive level 2 in-network benefits,
Access Plan visit a provider who participates in the national
BlueCard® PPO network of over 600,000 doctors
■■ The ability to visit providers from either our
and 61,000 hospitals.
BlueChoice Network, National PPO Network
or out-of-area providers To identify an in-network CareFirst PPO provider,
■■ No PCP referral required to see a specialist visit carefirst.com/doctor. To find a national
BlueCard provider, visit the national provider
■■ Receive coverage for preventive health care
directory at provider.bcbs.com.
services at no cost
■■ Take your health care benefits with you— Level 3: This level of coverage is out-of-network
across the country and around the world and offers you the most flexibility. In exchange for
a lower level of coverage, you have the freedom to
How your plan works seek care from any provider you choose.
With the Triple Option Open Access plan, you can If you receive services from a provider who does
visit any provider of your choosing. Your out-of- not participate in any of the networks listed above,
pocket costs are determined by who you decide you may have to:
to see.
■■ Pay the provider’s actual charge at the time
In-network benefits provide a higher level of you receive care
coverage, meaning you have lower out-of-pocket
■■ File a claim for reimbursement
costs. Out-of-network benefits provide a lower level
of coverage in exchange for the freedom to seek
■■ Satisfy a higher deductible and/or
care from any provider you choose. coinsurance amount
Your in- and out-of-network benefits are organized In general, out-of-network providers do not have
into three levels of coverage. an agreement with CareFirst to accept the allowed
benefit as payment in full for their services.
Level 1: For your lowest and most predictable in- Therefore, if you receive services from a non-
network out-of-pocket costs, choose a BlueChoice participating provider, you may be balance billed
provider. You can visit any of the 37,000 BlueChoice based on the provider’s actual charge.
providers within Maryland, Washington, D.C.
and Northern Virginia. Visit our online provider Certain services under this level of coverage
directory at carefirst.com/doctor to locate in- require you to meet a deductible. Check your
network providers. benefits enrollment guide for details. When
applicable, you are responsible for the entire cost
Remember, you have direct access to CareFirst of your medical care up to the amount of your
BlueChoice specialists without needing to obtain a deductible. Once your deductible is satisfied,
referral from your PCP. your coverage will become available. Depending
on the service, you may have to pay a copay or
coinsurance when you receive care.
4 ■ Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021Triple Option Open Access
Hospital authorization
In-network providers will obtain any necessary admission authorizations for in-area (Maryland, Washington,
D.C. and Northern VA). You will be responsible for obtaining authorization for services provided by out-of-
network and out-of-area admissions. Call toll-free 888-PRE-AUTH (773-2884).
Inpatient Hospital Stay Claim
CareFirst
Amount
Provider Status/Benefit Level Allowed Benefit BlueCross Member Pays
Charged
BlueShield Pays
BlueChoice/Level 1 $14,800 $8,160 $7,344 $816 10% AB
PPO/Level 2 $14,800 $9,180 $8,262 $918 10% AB
Participating*/Level 3 $14,800 $10,200 $6,640 $3,560 $500 deductible then
30% AB
Non-participating*/Level 3 $14,800 $10,200 $6,640 $8,160 $500 deductible then
30% AB ($3,560 +
balance to charge
$4,600)
Primary Care Provider Office Visit
CareFirst
Amount
Provider Status/Benefit Level Allowed Benefit BlueCross Member Pays
Charged
BlueShield Pays
BlueChoice/Level 1 $150 $64 $57.60 $6.40 10% AB
PPO/Level 2 $150 $72 $64.80 $7.20 10% AB
Participating*/Level 3 $150 $80 $0 $80 Deductible applied
Non-participating*/Level 3 $150 $80 $0 $150 $80 deductible plus
balance to charge $70
Maternity Provider Delivery Charge
CareFirst
Amount
Provider Status/Benefit Level Allowed Benefit BlueCross Member Pays
Charged
BlueShield Pays
BlueChoice/Level 1 $5,864 $3,616 $3,254.40 $361.60 10% AB
(90% AB)
PPO/Level 2 $5,864 $4,068 $3,661.20 $406.80 10% AB
(90% AB)
Participating*/Level 3 $5,864 $4,520 $3,164 $1,356 Deductible was already
met 30% AB
Non-participating*/Level 3 $5,864 $4,520 $3,164 $2,700 Deductible was met
30% AB $1,356 +
difference to charge
$1,344
Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021 ■ 5BlueCard & Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Core
®
Wherever you go, your health care coverage goes with you
With your Blue Cross and Blue Shield member ID card, you have access to doctors and
hospitals almost anywhere. BlueCard gives you the peace of mind that you’ll always have
the care you need when you’re away from home, from coast to coast. And with Blue Cross
Blue Shield Global® Core (BCBS Global® Core) you have access to care outside of the U.S.
Your membership gives you a world of choices. More than 93% of all
doctors and hospitals throughout the U.S. contract with Blue Cross
and Blue Shield plans. Whether you need care here in the United
States or abroad, you’ll have access to health care in more than
190 countries.
When you’re outside of the CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and
CareFirst BlueChoice, Inc. service area (Maryland, Washington,
D.C., and Northern Virginia), you’ll have access to the local Blue
Cross Blue Shield Plan and their negotiated rates with doctors and
hospitals in that area. You shouldn’t have to pay any amount above
these negotiated rates. Also, you shouldn’t have to complete a claim
form or pay up front for your health care services, except for those
out-of-pocket expenses (like non-covered services, deductibles,
copayments, and coinsurance) that you’d pay anyway.
As always, go directly to
the nearest hospital in Within the U.S.
an emergency. 1. A
lways carry your current member ID card for easy reference
and access to service.
2. T
o find names and addresses of nearby doctors
and hospitals, visit the National Doctor and Hospital
Finder at www.bcbs.com, or call BlueCard Access at
800-810-BLUE (2583).
3. Call the Customer Service number on the back of your
member ID card to verify benefits or find out if pre-certification
or prior authorization is required.
4. W
hen you arrive at the participating doctor’s office or hospital,
simply present your ID card.
5. After you receive care, you shouldn’t have to complete any
claim forms or have to pay up front for medical services other
than the usual out-of-pocket expenses. CareFirst will send you
a complete explanation of benefits.
6 ■ Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021BlueCard & Blue Cross Blue Shield Global® Core
Around the world
Like your passport, you should always carry your
ID card when you travel or live outside the U.S. The
Blue Cross Blue Shield Global® Core program (BCBS
Global® Core) provides medical assistance services
and access to doctors, hospitals and other health
care professionals around the world. Follow the
same process as if you were in the U.S. with the
following exceptions:
■■ At hospitals in the BCBS Global Core
Network, you shouldn’t have to pay up front
for inpatient care, in most cases. You’re
responsible for the usual out-of-pocket
expenses. And, the hospital should submit
your claim.
■■ At hospitals outside the BCBS Global Core
Network, you pay the doctor or hospital for
inpatient care, outpatient hospital care, and
other medical services. Then, complete
an international claim form and send it
to the BCBS Global Core Service Center.
The claim form is available online at
bcbs.globalcore.com.
■■ To find a BlueCard provider outside of the
U.S. visit bcbs.com, select Find a Doctor
or Hospital.
Members of Maryland Small Group Reform (MSGR) groups have
access to emergency coverage only outside of the U.S.
Medical assistance when
outside the U.S.
Visit bcbs.com to find providers within
Call 800-810-BLUE (2583) toll-free or 804-673‑1177,
the U.S. and around the world.
24 hours a day, 7 days a week for information on
doctors, hospitals, other health care professionals
or to receive medical assistance services. A medical
assistance coordinator, in conjunction with a
medical professional, will make an appointment
with a doctor or arrange hospitalization
if necessary.
BRC6290-1P (6/19)
Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021 ■ 7BlueChoice Opt-Out Plus Open Access
A plan with predictable costs and the freedom to choose
BlueChoice Opt-Out Plus Open Access offers in- and out-of-network coverage to help control
your out-of-pocket costs and there’s no referral to see a specialist. We also offer online tools
and resources at carefirst.com that give you the flexibility to manage your health care and
wellness goals wherever you are.
Benefits at a glance
Preventive care and sick office visits
ou are covered for all preventive care as
Y
well as sick office visits.
Large provider network
ou can choose any doctor from our
Y
large network of providers. Our network
also includes specialists, hospitals and
pharmacies—giving you many options for
your health care.
Specialist services
our coverage includes services from
Y
specialists without a referral. Specialists
Take advantage of your benefits are doctors or nurses who are highly
trained to treat certain conditions, such
■■ $0 cost for comprehensive preventive health
as cardiologists or dermatologists.
care visits.
Prescription drug coverage
■■ Choose any provider—no referrals needed.
Your plan covers prescription drugs.
■■ A network of almost 40,000 CareFirst BlueChoice
providers (PCPs, nurse practitioners, specialists, Hospital services
hospitals, pharmacies, and diagnostic
You’re covered for overnight hospital
centers) in Maryland, Washington, D.C. and stays. You’re also covered for outpatient
Northern Virginia. services, those procedures you get in
■■ After-hours care, including a free 24-hour the hospital without spending the night.
nurse advice line, video visits, convenience Your PCP or specialist must provide prior
care clinics and urgent care centers. authorization for all inpatient hospital
services and may need to provide prior
■■ If you need care outside the CareFirst authorization for some outpatient hospital
BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst) service area services such as rehabilitative services,
of Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Northern chemotherapy and infusion services.
Virginia, you have access to thousands of
providers in all 50 states and receive out-of- Labs, X-rays or specialty imaging
network benefits when you see a BlueCard® overed services include provider-
C
PPO provider. ordered lab tests, X-rays and other
specialty imaging tests (MRI, CT scan,
■■ No balance billing when you visit a CareFirst
PET scan, etc.).
BlueChoice or BlueCard® PPO provider.
8 ■ Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021BlueChoice Opt-Out Plus Open Access
Well-child visits You still have the option to opt-out of this network
All well-child visits and immunizations and see a non-participating provider, but will be
are covered. subject to higher out-of-pocket expenses and could
be balanced billed.
Maternity and pregnancy care
ou are covered for doctor visits before
Y If you receive services from a provider outside of
and after your baby is born, including the BlueChoice or national BlueCard PPO networks,
hospital stays. If needed, we also cover you may have to:
home visits after the baby’s birth. ■■ Pay the provider’s actual charge at the time
Mental health and you receive care
substance use disorder ■■ File a claim for reimbursement
our coverage includes behavioral health
Y ■■ Satisfy a higher deductible and/or
treatment, such as psychotherapy and coinsurance amount
counseling, mental and behavioral health
inpatient services and substance use Hospital authorization
disorder treatment.
CareFirst BlueChoice providers will obtain any
necessary admission authorizations for in-area
How your plan works
covered services. You will be responsible for
In-network benefits provide a higher level of obtaining authorization for services provided
coverage. This means you have lower out‑of‑pocket by out-of-network providers and out-of-area
costs when you visit a participating CareFirst admissions. Call toll-free at 866-PREAUTH
BlueChoice provider. However, the choice is (773-2884).
entirely yours. That’s the advantage of this plan.
Prior authorization is not required for emergency
Out-of-network benefits are also available. If you admissions or maternity admissions.
receive care outside of the BlueChoice network,
you’ll incur lower costs by using a participating
national BlueCard PPO provider. Your benefits will
be paid at the out-of-network level, but you will be
protected from balance billing. To find a national
participating provider, visit carefirst.com/doctor.
Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021 ■ 9BlueChoice Opt-Out Plus Open Access
Your benefits contribute toward one another.
Step 1: Select a PCP Please keep in mind that out-of-pocket
Establishing a relationship with one doctor is requirements also differ if your coverage is an
the best way to receive consistent, quality health individual or family plan. Detailed information on
care. When you enroll in a BlueChoice HMO plan, out-of-pocket maximum amounts can be found in
you select a PCP—either a physician or nurse your Evidence of Coverage.
practitioner—to manage your primary medical
care. Make sure you select a PCP for yourself Labs, X-rays or specialty imaging
and each of your covered family members. If you access laboratory services inside the
Your PCP must participate in the CareFirst CareFirst service area (Maryland, Washington,
BlueChoice provider network and must specialize D.C. and Northern Virginia) you must use LabCorp
in family practice, general practice, pediatrics or as your lab test facility for in-network benefits.
internal medicine. Services performed by any other provider, while
inside the CareFirst service area, will be considered
To ensure that you receive the highest level of
out-of-network. Also, any lab work performed in
benefits and pay the lowest out-of-pocket costs
an outpatient hospital setting will require prior
for all services, see your PCP for preventive and
authorization from your PCP.
routine care.
LabCorp has approximately 100 locations
Step 2: Your plan will start to pay for services
throughout Maryland, Washington, D.C. and
Your full benefits will become available once your Northern Virginia. To locate a LabCorp patient
deductible (if applicable) is met. However, the level service center near you, call 888-LAB-CORP
of those benefits will depend on whether you see (522-2677) or visit labcorp.com.
in-network or out-of-network providers. Depending
on your particular plan, you may also have to pay a If you access laboratory services outside of
coinsurance when you receive care. Maryland, D.C. or Northern Virginia, you may use
any participating BlueCard PPO facility and receive
You will have a different deductible amount for in- out-of-network benefits. To find laboratory service
network versus out-of-network benefits and the in- providers outside of the CareFirst service area, visit
and out-of-network medical deductibles contribute our Find a Provider tool (carefirst.com/doctor) and
toward one another. For example, when you see search by Labs.
in-network providers, your expenses will count
toward both your in-network deductible and out- If you need X-rays or other specialty imaging
of-network deductible. services when inside the CareFirst service area, you
must visit a participating freestanding/non-hospital
Deductible requirements vary based on whether diagnostic center such as Advanced Radiology.
your coverage is an individual or family plan. If If you need X-rays or other specialty imaging
more than one person is covered under your plan, services when outside the CareFirst service area,
please refer to your Evidence of Coverage for you may use any participating BlueCard PPO facility
detailed information on deductibles. and receive out-of-network benefits.
Step 3: Your out-of-pocket maximum Out-of-area coverage
Your out-of-pocket maximum is the maximum You have the freedom to take your health care
amount you will pay during your benefit period. benefits with you. BlueCard PPO, a program from
Any amount you pay toward your deductible (if the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, allows
applicable) and most copays and/or coinsurance you to receive health care benefits while traveling
will count toward your out-of-pocket maximum. outside of the CareFirst service area (Maryland,
Just like your deductible, there are different in- Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia). The
network and out-of-network amounts and the BlueCard program includes more than 6,100
in- and out-of-network out-of-pocket maximums hospitals and 600,000 other health care providers
nationally.
* This is not a complete list of all services. For a comprehensive explanation of your coverage, please check your Evidence of Coverage.
10 ■ Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021BlueChoice Opt-Out Plus Open Access
For urgent and emergency services received
outside of the CareFirst service area, you will Important terms
receive in-network benefits. All other services ALLOWED BENEFIT: The maximum amount
received outside of the service area will be at the CareFirst approves for a covered service,
out-of-network level. regardless of what the doctor actually charges.
Providers who participate in the CareFirst
Away From Home Care BlueChoice network cannot charge our
members more than the allowed amount for
In addition, members and their covered
any covered service.
dependents planning to be out of the CareFirst
BlueChoice, Inc. service area for at least 90 BALANCE BILLING: Billing a member for the
consecutive days may be able to take advantage of difference between the allowed charge and the
a special program, Away From Home Care®. actual charge.
COINSURANCE: The percentage of the allowed
This program allows temporary benefits through
benefit you pay after you meet your deductible.
another Blue Cross and Blue Shield affiliated HMO.
It provides coverage for routine services and is COPAY: A fixed-dollar amount you pay when
perfect for extended out‑of‑town business or you visit a doctor or other provider.
travel, semesters at school or families living apart. DEDUCTIBLE: The amount of money you must
pay each year before your plan begins to pay its
For more information on Away From Home Care,
portion for the cost of care.
please call Member Services at the phone number
listed on the back of your ID card. IN-NETWORK: Doctors, hospitals, labs and
other providers or facilities that are part of
Global Coverage the CareFirst BlueChoice network. Please refer
to the How your plan works section for more
If you travel outside of the U.S., access to
information about in-network services in the
quality medical coverage is essential to keeping
CareFirst service area vs. out of the CareFirst
you healthy and productive. With BlueCross
service area.
BlueShield Global Core* solutions from CareFirst,
you'll receive: OUT-OF-NETWORK: Doctors, hospitals, labs
and other providers or facilities that do not
■■ Access to nearly 170,000 English-speaking participate in the CareFirst BlueChoice network.
providers and more than 11,500 hospitals in Please refer to the How your plan works section
nearly 200 countries worldwide for more information about out-of-network
services in the CareFirst service area vs. out of
■■ 24/7 telephone support
the CareFirst service area.
■■ Seamless claims processing/reimbursement
designed for occasional or short-term travel, PRIMARY CARE PROVIDER (PCP): The doctor or
medical professional you go to for primary care
the Core plan connects members with their
and who coordinates or arranges other services
home plan benefits to provide basic medical
you need.
coverage outside of the U.S.
For more information on Global Core, please call
800-810-BLUE (2583).
*BlueCross BlueShield Global is a brand owned by BlueCross BlueShield Association.
FOL5089-9P (4/18) ■ 51+
Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021 ■ 11BlueVision
A plan for healthy eyes, healthy lives
Professional vision services including routine eye examinations, eyeglasses and contact lenses
offered by CareFirst BlueChoice, through the Davis Vision, Inc. national network of providers.
How the plan works
How do I find a provider?
To find a provider, go to carefirst.com and utilize the Find a
Provider feature or call Davis Vision at 800-783-5602 for a list of
network providers closest to you. Be sure to ask your provider if
he or she participates with the Davis Vision network before you
receive care.
How do I receive care from a network provider?
Simply call your provider and schedule an appointment. Identify
yourself as a CareFirst BlueChoice member and provide the doctor
with your identification number, as well as your date of birth.
Then go to the provider to receive your service. There are no claim
forms to file.
Can I get contacts and eyeglasses in the same Need more information?
benefit period?
Visit carefirst.com or call
With BlueVision, the benefit covers one pair of eyeglasses or a 800-783-5602.
supply of contact lenses per benefit period at a discounted price1.
Mail order replacement contact lenses
DavisVisionContacts.com offers members the flexibility to shop
for replacement contact lenses online after benefits are spent.
This website offers a wide array of contact lenses, easy, convenient
purchasing online and quick shipping direct to your door.
1
As of 4/1/14, some providers in Maryland and Virginia may no longer provide these discounts.
BRC6420-1P (9/17) ■ 12 month/$10 copay ■ BlueVision ■ Option 1
12 ■ Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021BlueVision
Summary of Benefits (12-month benefit period)
1
At certain retail locations, members receive comparable value
In-Network You Pay through their everyday low price on examination, frame and contact
EYE EXAMINATIONS1 lens purchase.
2
CareFirst BlueChoice does not underwrite lenses, frames and contact
Routine Eye Examination $10 lenses in this program. This portion of the Plan is not an insurance
with dilation (per benefit product. As of 4/1/14, some providers in Maryland and Virginia may
period) no longer provide these discounts.
FRAMES1,2 3
pecial lens designs, materials, powers and frames may require
S
additional cost.
Priced up to $70 retail $40
4
Some providers have flat fees that are equivalent to these discounts.
Priced above $70 retail $40, plus 90% of the
amount over $70 Exclusions
SPECTACLE LENSES2 The following services are excluded from coverage:
1. D
iagnostic services, except as listed in What’s Covered under the Evidence
Single Vision $35 of Coverage.
Bifocal $55 2. M
edical care or surgery. Covered services related to medical conditions of
the eye may be covered under the Evidence of Coverage.
Trifocal $65 3. P
rescription drugs obtained and self-administered by the Member for
Lenticular $110 outpatient use unless the prescription drug is specifically covered under the
Evidence of Coverage or a rider or endorsement purchased by your Group
LENS OPTIONS2,3 (add to spectacle lens prices above) and attached to the Evidence of Coverage.
4. S
ervices or supplies not specifically approved by the Vision Care Designee
Standard Progressive Lenses $75 where required in What’s Covered under the Evidence of Coverage.
Premium Progressive Lenses $125 5. O
rthoptics, vision training and low vision aids.
(Varilux®, etc.) 6. Glasses, sunglasses or contact lenses.
7. Vision Care services for cosmetic use.
Ultra Progressive Lenses $140
8. Services obtained from Non-Contracting Providers.
(digital)
For BlueChoice Opt-Out Plus members, Vision Care benefits are not available
Polarized Lenses $75 under the Out-of-Network Evidence of Coverage.
High Index Lenses $55 Exclusions apply to the Routine Eye Examination portion of your vision
coverage. Discounts on materials such as glasses and contacts may still apply.
Glass Lenses $18 Benefits issued under policy form numbers: MD/BC-OOP/VISION (R. 6/04) • DC/
BC-OOP/VISION (R. 6/04) • VA/BC-OOP/VISION (R. 6/04)
Polycarbonate Lenses $30
Blended invisible bifocals $20
Intermediate Vision Lenses $30
Photochromic Lenses $35
Scratch-Resistant Coating $20
Standard Anti-Reflective (AR) $45
Coating
Ultraviolet (UV) Coating $15
Solid Tint $10
Gradient Tint $12
Plastic Photosensitive $65
Lenses
CONTACT LENSES1,3
Contact Lens Evaluation and 85% of retail price
Fitting
Conventional 80% of retail price
Disposable/Planned 90% of retail price
Replacement
DavisVisionContacts.com Discounted prices
Mail Order Contact Lens
Replacement Online
LASER VISION CORRECTION3
Up to 25% off allowed amount or 5% off any
advertised special4
BRC6420-1P (9/17) ■ 12 month/$10 copay ■ BlueVision ■ Option 1
Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021 ■ 13Away From Home Care
®
Your HMO coverage goes with you
We’ve got you covered when you’re away from home for 90 consecutive days or more.
Whether you’re out-of-town on extended business, traveling, or going to school out-of-state,
you have access to routine and urgent care with our Away From Home Care program.
Coverage while you’re away
You’re covered when you see a provider of an
affiliated Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO (Host HMO)
outside of the CareFirst BlueChoice, Inc. service
area (Maryland, Washington, D.C. and Northern
Virginia). If you receive care, then you’re considered
a member of that Host HMO receiving the benefits
under that plan. So your copays may be different
than when you’re in the CareFirst BlueChoice
service area. You’ll be responsible for any copays
under that plan.
Enrolling in Away From Home Care
To make sure you and your covered dependents
Always remember to carry your ID card
have ongoing access to care: to access Away From Home Care.
■■ Call the Member Service phone number
on your ID card and ask for the Away From ■■ The Host HMO will send you a new,
Home Care Coordinator. temporary ID card which will identify your
■■ The coordinator will let you know the name PCP and information on how to access your
of the Host HMO in the area. If there are no benefits while using Away From Home Care.
participating affiliated HMOs in the area, ■■ Simply call your Host HMO primary care
the program will not be available to you. physician for an appointment when you
■■ The coordinator will help you choose a need care.
primary care physician (PCP) and complete
the application. Once completed, the No paperwork or upfront costs
coordinator will send you the application to Once you are enrolled in the program and receive
sign and date. care, you don’t have to complete claim forms, so
■■ Once the application is returned, we will send there is no paperwork. And you’re only responsible
it to your Host HMO. for out-of-pocket expenses such as copays,
deductibles, coinsurance and the cost of non-
covered services.
BRC6389-1P (8/17)
14 ■ Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021Prescription Drug Program
A total prescription for health
Prescription drugs are an integral part of high-quality health care. The prescription benefits
your employer is offering give you an affordable and convenient way to make the best
decisions when it comes to your prescriptions.
Your prescription benefits
As a CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield or CareFirst
BlueChoice, Inc. (CareFirst) member, you’ll have
access to:
■■ A nationwide network of 69,000 participating
pharmacies
■■ Access to thousands of covered prescription
drugs
■■ Mail Service Pharmacy, a convenient and fast
option to refill your prescriptions through
home delivery
■■ Coordinated medical and pharmacy
programs to help improve your overall health
and reduce costs
Keeping you informed
Together with our pharmacy benefit manager, CVS
Caremark®,* we keep you informed about your
prescription drug coverage and provide you with
periodic updates about your plan through targeted
mailings and phone calls. Take the call and/or
review your mailed notices to learn about lower-
cost drug alternatives, possible safety concerns,
drug tier changes and more.
Online tools and resources
To get the most from your prescription drug
plan, you need to stay informed. Our easy-to-use,
interactive tools and resources are available 24/7.
Visit carefirst.com/rxgroup to see if a drug is
covered, find a pharmacy, learn how drugs interact
with each other and get more information about
medications. You can access even more tools
and resources once you’re a member through
My Account (carefirst.com/myaccount) by selecting
Drug and Pharmacy Resources under Coverage.
* CVS Caremark is an independent company that provides pharmacy benefit management services to CareFirst members.
3-Tier Non-Risk (ASO)
Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021 ■ 15Prescription Drug Program
Understanding your formulary
A formulary is a list of covered prescription drugs. Our drug list is reviewed and approved by an independent
national committee comprised of physicians, pharmacists and other health care professionals who make sure
the drugs on the formulary are safe and clinically effective. The prescription drugs found on the CareFirst
Formulary (drug list) are divided into tiers. These tiers include zero-dollar cost share, generics, preferred brand
and non-preferred brand drugs. Your cost share is determined by the tier the drug falls into.
Drug tier Description
Tier 0: $0 Drugs ■■ Preventive drugs (e.g. statins, aspirin, folic acid, fluoride, iron supplements,
smoking cessation products and FDA-approved contraceptives for women)
are available at a zero-dollar cost share if prescribed under certain medical
criteria by your doctor.
■■ Oral chemotherapy drugs and diabetic supplies (e.g. insulin syringes, pen
needles, lancets, test strips, and alcohol swabs) are also available at a zero
dollar cost share.
Tier 1: Generic Drugs $ ■■ Generic drugs are the same as brand-name drugs in dosage form, safety,
strength, route of administration, quality, performance characteristics and
intended use.
■■ Generic drugs generally cost less than brand-name drugs.
Tier 2: Preferred Brand ■■ Preferred brand drugs are brand-name drugs that may not be available
Drugs $$ in generic form, but are chosen for their cost effectiveness compared to
alternatives. Your cost-share will be more than generics but less than non-
preferred brand drugs. If a generic drug becomes available, the preferred
brand drug may be moved to the non-preferred brand category.
Tier 3: Non-Preferred ■■ Non-preferred brand drugs often have a generic or preferred brand drug
Brand Drugs $$$ option where your cost share will be lower.
Note: If the cost of your drug is less than your copay or coinsurance, you only pay the cost of the drug. Once you meet your deductible (if
applicable to your plan), you may pay a different copay or coinsurance for drugs depending on the drug tier. Some drugs may not be covered
based on your plan. There is an exception process if you need an excluded drug to be covered for medical necessity reasons. Check your
benefit summary or enrollment materials for specific plan information. Once you are a member, you can view specific cost-share information in
My Account.
Preferred Drug List
CareFirst’s Preferred Drug List includes generic and Non-preferred drugs aren’t included on the
preferred brand drugs selected for their quality, Preferred Drug List; they are still covered but at
effectiveness and safety by the CVS Caremark the highest cost share. Also, some drugs on the
national Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Preferred Drug List may not be covered based on
committee. By using the Preferred Drug List, you your plan. To see your formulary and Preferred
can work with your doctor or pharmacist to make Drug List, go to carefirst.com/rxgroup.
safe and cost-effective decisions to better manage
your health care and out-of-pocket costs.
16 ■ Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021Prescription Drug Program
Prescription guidelines Two ways to fill
Some medications are only intended to be Retail pharmacies
used in limited quantities; others require that
With access to 69,000 pharmacies across the
your doctor obtain prior authorization through
country, you can visit carefirst.com/rxgroup and
CareFirst before they can be filled. These drug
use our Find a Pharmacy tool to locate a convenient
guidelines are indicated on the formulary found at
participating pharmacy. Be sure to take your
carefirst.com/rxgroup.
prescription and member ID card with you when
■■ Quantity limits are placed on selected drugs filling prescriptions.
for safety, quality or utilization reasons.
Mail Service Pharmacy
Limits may be placed on the amount of
Mail order is a convenient way to fill your
the drug covered per prescription or for a
prescriptions, especially for refilling drugs taken
defined period of time. If your doctor decides
frequently. You can register three ways—online
that a different quantity of medication is
through My Account, by phone or by mail. Once you
right for you, your doctor can request prior
register, you’ll be able to:
authorization for coverage.
■■ Prior authorization is required before you fill ■■ Refill prescriptions online, by phone or
prescriptions for certain drugs. Your doctor by email
must obtain prior authorization before they ■■ Choose your delivery location
can be filled. Without prior authorization ■■ Consult with pharmacists by phone 24/7
approval, your drugs may not be covered.
■■ Schedule automatic refills
■■ Step therapy ensures you receive a lower-
■■ Receive email notification of order status
cost drug option as the first step in treating
certain health conditions. When similar drugs ■■ Choose from multiple payment options
are available, step therapy guides your doctor
to prescribe the lower-cost option first. You
may then move up the cost levels until you
find the drug that works best for you. Higher
step drugs may require prior authorization by
your doctor before they can be covered.
Ways to save
Here are some ways to help you save on your prescription drug costs.
■■ Use generic drugs—generic drugs can cost up to 80% less than their brand-name counterparts.
Made with the same active ingredients as their brand-name counterparts, generics are also
equivalent in dosage, safety, strength, quality, performance and intended use.
■■ Use drugs on the Preferred Drug List—the Preferred Drug List identifies generic and preferred
brand drugs that may save you money.
■■ Use the Drug Pricing Tool—this tool allows you to compare the cost of a drug purchased at a
pharmacy versus purchasing the same drug through mail order, as well as view generic drugs
available at a lower cost.
■■ Use mail order—by using our Mail Service Pharmacy you get the added convenience of having your
prescriptions delivered right to your home. Plus, if you pay a coinsurance for your maintenance
drugs, the overall cost of the drug may be less expensive through mail order, reducing your
out-of-pocket costs.
Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021 ■ 17Prescription Drug Program
Care management programs Medication Therapy Management Program
We offer care management programs and tools Taking medications as prescribed not only helps
designed to improve your health while lowering improve your health but can also reduce your
your overall health care costs. health care costs. CareFirst’s Medication Therapy
Management program is designed to help you get
Specialty Pharmacy Coordination Program
the best results from your drug therapy.
This program addresses the unique clinical needs of
We review pharmacy claims for opportunities to:
members taking high-cost specialty drugs for certain
complex health conditions like multiple sclerosis, ■■ Save you money
rheumatoid arthritis and hemophilia. Members ■■ Support compliance with medications
receive enhanced one-on-one support with a
■■ Improve your care
registered nurse and dedicated clinical team who
will coordinate care with your doctor. ■■ Ensure safe use of high-risk medications
The program provides: When opportunities are identified, “Drug
Advisories” will be communicated to either you
■■ 24-hour pharmacist assistance
and/or your doctor regarding your drug therapy.
■■ Injection training coordination Through our Pharmacy Advisor program, you may
■■ Educational materials for your specific also have the opportunity to speak one-to-one with
condition a pharmacist, who can answer questions and help
you manage your prescription drugs.
■■ Drug interaction monitoring and review
■■ A one-month supply of your specialty drugs
mailed to your home or office, or available for
Should you have any questions about
pick up at any CVS retail pharmacy
your prescription benefits, please
Comprehensive Medication Review contact CareFirst Pharmacy Services at
When you are taking multiple drugs to treat a 800-241-3371.
medical condition, it can be overwhelming. The
Comprehensive Medication Review program can
connect you with a CVS Caremark pharmacist
who will review your drugs and talk to your doctor
about dosages, duration and any other pertinent
issues. The pharmacist will work with your doctor
to evaluate opportunities to:
■■ Identify possible drug interactions
■■ Improve drug adherence
■■ Reduce gaps in care
■■ Eliminate duplications in drug therapy
The program works with your doctor to ensure that
you are not only taking the best drugs to manage
your conditions, but you are also able to take your
drugs as prescribed.
SUM1609-1P (12/19)
18 ■ Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021Take the Call
You know that CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst) provides your health benefits and
processes claims, but that’s not all we do. We’re there for you at every step of care—and every
stage, even when life throws you a curveball.
Whether you are faced with an unexpected medical These programs are confidential and part of your
emergency, managing a chronic condition like medical benefit. They can also play a huge role
diabetes, or looking for help with a health goal such in helping you through an illness or keeping you
as losing weight, we offer one-on-one coaching and healthy. Once you decide to participate, you can
support programs. You may receive a letter choose how involved you want to be. We encourage
or postcard in the mail, or a call from a nurse, you to connect with the CareFirst team so you can
health coach or pharmacy technician explaining take advantage of this personal support.
the programs and inviting you to participate.
Health & Complex Behavioral
Care Pharmacy
Wellness Health
Coordination
CareFirst may call you to offer one-on-one support
programs concerning Health & Wellness, Complex Care
Coordination, Pharmacy or Behavioral Health
Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021 ■ 19Take the Call
Here are a few examples of when we may contact you about these programs.
Visit carefirst.com/takethecall to learn more.
Program name Overview Why it’s important Communication
Health & Wellness Personal coaching Health coaching can help you manage Letter or phone call
support to help stress, eat healthier, quit smoking, from a Sharecare
you achieve your lose weight and much more coach
health goals
Complex Care Support for a variety Connecting you with a nurse who Introduction by your
Coordination of critical health works closely with your primary PCP or a phone call
concerns or chronic care provider (PCP) to help from a CareFirst care
conditions you understand your doctor’s coordinator (nurse)
recommendations, medications
and treatment plans
Hospital Supporting transition Help plan for your recovery after Onsite visit or
Transition from hospital to you leave the hospital, answer your phone call from
of Care home questions and, based on your needs, a CareFirst nurse
connect you to additional services
Pharmacy Advisor Managing Understanding your condition and Letter or a phone call
medications for staying on track with appropriate from a CVS Caremark
specific conditions medications is crucial to successfully pharmacy specialist
managing your health
Comprehensive Managing multiple Talking to a pharmacist who Phone call from a CVS
Medication medications understands your medication history Caremark pharmacist
Review can help identify any possible side
effects or harmful interactions
Specialty Managing specialty Connecting with a nurse who Letter or phone call
Pharmacy medications for specializes in your condition from a CVS Caremark
Coordination chronic conditions provides additional support so specialty nurse
you can adhere to your treatment
plan for better health
Behavioral Health Support for mental Confidential, one-on-one support Phone call from a
and Substance health and/or to help schedule appointments, CareFirst behavioral
Use Disorder addiction issues explain treatment options, health care
collaborate with doctors and coordinator
identify additional resources
This wellness program is administered by Sharecare, Inc., an independent company that provides health improvement management services
to CareFirst members. Sharecare, Inc. does not provide CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield products or services and is solely responsible for the
health improvement management services it provides.
CVS Caremark is an independent company that provides pharmacy benefit management services to CareFirst members. CVS Caremark does
not provide CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield products or services and is solely responsible for the pharmacy benefit management services
it provides.
SUM4110-1P (3/19)
20 ■ Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021Know Before You Go
Your money, your health, your decision
Choosing the right setting for your care—from allergies to X-rays—is key to getting the best
treatment with the lowest out-of-pocket costs. It’s important to understand your options so
you can make the best decision when you or your family members need care.*
Primary care provider (PCP)
The best place to get consistent, quality health care
is your primary care provider (PCP). If you have a
medical issue, having a doctor who knows your
health history often makes it easier to get the
care you need.
24-Hour Nurse Advice Line
Registered nurses are available 24/7 to discuss
your symptoms with you and recommend the most
appropriate care. Call 800-535-9700 anytime to
speak with a nurse.
CareFirst Video Visit
When your PCP isn’t available and you need
urgent care services, CareFirst Video Visit securely
connects you with a doctor, day or night, through
your smartphone, tablet or computer. In addition,
you can schedule visits for other needs such as Urgent care centers
behavioral health support from a therapist or
Urgent care centers (such as Patient First or
psychiatrist, guidance from a certified nutritionist
ExpressCare) provide treatment for injuries and
or breastfeeding support from a lactation
illnesses that require prompt medical attention but
consultant. It’s a convenient and easy way to
are not life-threatening (sprains, minor cuts, flu,
get the care you need, wherever you are. Visit
rashes, minor burns). These centers have doctors
carefirstvideovisit.com to get started.
on staff and offer weekend/after-hours care.
Convenience care centers (retail
Emergency room (ER)
health clinics)
Emergency rooms treat acute illnesses and trauma.
These are typically located inside a pharmacy or
Go to the ER right away if you or a family member
retail store (like CVS MinuteClinic or Walgreens
have sudden symptoms that need emergency care,
Healthcare Clinic) and offer care for non-
including (but not limited to): chest pain, trouble
emergency situations like colds, pink eye, strep
breathing or head trauma. Prior authorization is
tests and vaccinations. These centers usually
not needed for emergency room services.
have evening and weekend hours.
For more information, visit carefirst.com/needcare.
*The medical providers mentioned in this document are independent providers making their own medical determinations and are not
employed by CareFirst. CareFirst does not direct the action of participating providers or provide medical advice.
Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021 ■ 21Know Before You Go
When you need care
When your PCP isn’t available, being familiar with your options will help you locate the most
appropriate and cost-effective medical care. The chart below shows how costs* may vary for a sample
health plan depending on where you choose to get care.
Sample cost Sample symptoms Available 24/7 Prescriptions?
■■ Cough, cold and flu
Video Visit 10% of Allowed ■■ Pink eye ✔ ✔
(urgent care services) Benefit ■■ Ear pain
Convenience Care ■■ Cough, cold and flu
(e.g., CVS MinuteClinic 10% of Allowed ■■ Pink eye ✘ ✔
or Walgreens Benefit ■■ Ear pain
Healthcare Clinic)
Urgent Care ■■ Sprains
10% of Allowed
(e.g., Patient First ■■ Cut requiring stitches ✘ ✔
Benefit
or ExpressCare) ■■ Minor burns
■■ Chest pain
10% of Allowed
Emergency Room ■■ Difficulty breathing ✔ ✔
Benefit ■■ Abdominal pain
■■ If you are unsure about your symptoms or where to
24-Hour Nurse
$0 go for care, call 800-535-9700, anytime day or night to
Advice Line
speak to a registered nurse.
* The costs in this chart are for illustrative purposes only and may not represent your specific benefits or costs.
To determine your specific benefits and associated costs:
■■ Log in to My Account at carefirst.com/myaccount;
■■ Check your Evidence of Coverage or benefit summary;
■■ Ask your benefit administrator; or Did you know that where you
choose to get lab work, X-rays
■■ Call Member Services at the telephone number on the back of
and surgical procedures can
your member ID card.
have a big impact on your
For more information and frequently asked questions, wallet? Typically, services
visit carefirst.com/needcare. performed in a hospital cost
more than non-hospital
settings like LabCorp, Advanced
Radiology or ambulatory
surgery centers.
PLEASE READ: The information provided in this document regarding various care options is meant to be helpful when you are seeking care and
is not intended as medical advice. Only a medical provider can offer medical advice. The choice of provider or place to seek medical treatment
belongs entirely to you.
SUM3119-1P (10/19)
22 ■ Harford County Governmental Entities—Benefits Enrollment & Reference Guide 2021Health & Wellness
Putting the power of health in your hands
Improving your health just got easier! Brought to you in partnership with Sharecare, Inc.,*
the highly personalized CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst) wellness program can help
you live a healthier life. Catering to your unique health and wellness goals, our program offers
motivating digital resources accessible anytime, plus specialized programs for extra support.
Ready to take charge of your health?
Find out if your healthy habits are truly making an
impact by taking the RealAge® health assessment! In
just a few minutes, RealAge will help you determine
the physical age of your body compared to your
calendar age. You’ll discover the lifestyle behaviors
helping you stay younger or making you age faster
and receive insightful recommendations based on
your results.
Exclusive features
Our wellness program is full of resources and tools
that reflect your own preferences and interests.
You get:
■■ Trackers: Connect your wearable devices or
enter your own data to monitor daily habits
like sleep, steps, nutrition and more.
■■ A personalized health timeline: Receive
content and programs tailored to you.
Download the mobile app to
■■ Challenges: Stay motivated by joining a access wellness tools and resources
challenge to make achieving your health goals
whenever and wherever you want.
more entertaining.
■■ Inspirations and Relax 360°: Break free from
stress, unwind at the end of the day or ease
into a restful night of sleep with meditation,
streaming music and videos.
*Sharecare, Inc. is an independent company that provides health improvement management services to CareFirst members.
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