What is Blue Rx?
Back. Blue MedicareRx (PDP) is a Prescription Drug Plan with a Medicare contract.
Is OptumRx a Medicare plan?
There are different types of Medicare plans. PERS Platinum Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan, administered by OptumRx, is a Medicare prescription drug plan.
Can you change your Part D payment method?
Can I change how I pay my monthly Medicare Part D plan premiums? Yes. You can contact the Member Services department of your Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage plan if you wish to change how you pay your monthly premiums.
Do I need Medicare Part D if I don't take any drugs?
No. Medicare Part D Drug Plans are not required coverage. Whether you take drugs or not, you do not need Medicare Part D.
Does Blue Cross Blue Shield use OptumRx?
Blue Cross said it chose OptumRx after a competitive bid process that "led us to choose OptumRx as our PBM due to competitive pricing and performance guarantees" along with a capability to integrate overall health and wellness service benefits.
How do you call OptumRx?
Contact OptumRx toll-free at (855) 828-9834 (TTY 711) to change the shipping address for a mail service medication. You can also visit www.OptumRx.com/HealthSelectRx and select Manage My Prescriptions.
Which Medicare Part D plan is best?
Best-rated Medicare Part D providersRankMedicare Part D providerMedicare star rating for Part D plans1Kaiser Permanente4.92UnitedHealthcare (AARP)3.93BlueCross BlueShield (Anthem)3.94Humana3.83 more rows•Mar 16, 2022
Does Medicare Part D renew automatically?
Like Medicare Advantage, your Medicare Part D (prescription drug) plan should automatically renew. Exceptions would be if Medicare does not renew the contract with your insurance company or the company no longer offers the plan.
Are Part D premiums deducted from Social Security benefits?
If you are getting Medicare Part C (additional health coverage through a private insurer) or Part D (prescriptions), you have the option to have the premium deducted from your Social Security benefit or to pay the plan provider directly.
Are you automatically enrolled in Medicare Part D?
Enrollment in a Part D prescription drug plan is not automatic, and you still need to take steps to sign up for a plan if you want one. Part D late penalties could apply if you sign up too late. If you want a Medicare Advantage plan instead, you need to be proactive. Pay attention to the Medicare calendar.
When did Medicare Part D become mandatory?
January 1, 2006The benefit went into effect on January 1, 2006. A decade later nearly forty-two million people are enrolled in Part D, and the program pays for almost two billion prescriptions annually, representing nearly $90 billion in spending. Part D is the largest federal program that pays for prescription drugs.
What are the two options for Medicare consumers to get Part D prescription drug coverage?
You may have the choice of two types of Medicare plans—a stand-alone Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan or a Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug plan. Your Part D coverage choices are generally: A stand-alone Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan, if you have Medicare Part A or Part B or both.
Phone
For specific billing questions and questions about your claims, medical records, or expenses, log into your secure Medicare account, or call us at 1-800-MEDICARE.
1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
For specific billing questions and questions about your claims, medical records, or expenses, log into your secure Medicare account, or call us at 1-800-MEDICARE.
Customer service online forms
Contact Form Contact Customer Service, order a member ID card, pharmacy directory, or Evidence of Coverage.
Prospective members contact a Medicare Solutions specialist
If you have a question or would like to request a MedicareBlue Rx enrollment kit, you may contact us by phone or postal mail. You can also order an enrollment kit online. Additional printed materials are available in some markets.
Disenrollment
You may disenroll from MedicareBlue Rx only at certain times of the year, or under certain special circumstances, by sending a written request or by calling. The contact information is listed below. Also see rights and responsibilities upon disenrollment
Employer Group MedicareBlue Rx Customer Service
If you receive your coverage through your employer, group or union contact us with your Group MedicareBlue Rx questions using the information below.
Start with Original Medicare
Original Medicare, Part A and Part B, is a health insurance program managed by the federal government for people 65+ or who have certain disabilities. Part A covers hospital care while Part B covers doctor visits.
Next, choose additional coverage
Because Original Medicare doesn’t cover everything, most people choose to purchase additional coverage through a private insurance company.
Option 1: Medicare Advantage (Part C)
Choose a doctor who participates in your plan's network or, in some cases, pay extra to see an out-of-network doctor.
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What is Medicare Blue RX?
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Does Medicare Blue RX cover hospital expenses?
Original Medicare will help you cover hospital and medical expenses, but when it comes to prescription drugs, you may need additional coverage. MedicareBlue Rx provides prescription drug coverage for the drugs you take today and can protect you from unexpected costs for drugs you may need to take in the future.
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