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Because Blue KC is committed to putting patients first, we give you the critical information you need to make more informed healthcare decisions.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re committed to complying with current government mandates and the requirements outlined under the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) and Transparency in Coverage Rule (TCR) that go into effect in this year.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What does this mean? As a member, you\u2019ll be protected from surprise insurance bills, have access to up-to-date information about Blue KC\u2019s in-network providers, and can compare costs when searching for a provider or healthcare services. Additionally, certain high-risk members will be able to receive continuing care at in-network rates for 90 days following a change in their provider\u2019s network status. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s a closer look at how we\u2019re giving members greater access to their health information, so they don\u2019t face unexpected costs.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We believe transparency is healthy. Don\u2019t you?   <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Member ID Card Changes <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As part of the requirements of the CAA, Blue KC member ID cards issued in 2022 have been updated to make cost-sharing information more transparent. Blue KC has added in-network major medical deductibles and applicable medical out-of-pocket maximums to your ID card. ID cards also feature a QR code which, when scanned, will link to a benefit summary document, providing you access to your plan\u2019s deductible, ER copay, specialty copay, and more. Blue KC will reissue ID cards printed with these additional components upon renewal for plans effective on or after January 1, 2022. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Would you like a digital version of your member ID Card that you can view, print, or email? It\u2019s always available on the MyBlueKC mobile app or on MyBlueKC.com<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost Sharing Estimate and Price Comparison Tool <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thanks to this new tool, you can receive price comparison guidance either by telephone or via our online cost tool, on approximately 500 items and\/or services. You also have access to the estimated cost share you will be responsible to pay under your plan with respect to items or services furnished by participating providers within the geographic area of coverage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Provider Directory Accuracy<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To protect you from out-of-network charges\u202fresulting from inaccurate provider directory information, we\u2019ve enhanced our\u202fonline\u202fdirectory\u202fto ensure\u202fthe most up-to-date and accurate information\u202fis\u202favailable. This includes digital contact information such as provider website URLs\u202for email addresses. What\u2019s more, changes to local and national provider directory information will\u202fnow\u202fbe reflected within 48 hours of being verified, so you can feel confident with the information Blue KC provides. You can also call Blue KC with a question related to a provider\u2019s status.\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Surprise Billing\u202f<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We’ve put protections in place to ensure that you won’t face surprise Out-of-Network (OON) charges and balance bills when you unexpectedly receive services from non-participating providers within a participating facility. These protections are triggered when a claim is submitted for OON emergency or air ambulance services, or for certain scheduled services (for example, if you visited a participating hospital and surgeon for a scheduled surgery, but the anesthesiologist is a non-participating provider).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your claim qualifies for these protections, it will be covered at your In-Network (INN) benefit, there will be a disclaimer printed on your Explanation of Benefits (EOB), and the provider will be made aware the claim should be identified as Surprise Billing unless you consented to OON charges prior to the service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please note that if certain criteria are met, OON providers may obtain your consent to balance bill for non-emergent services or post-stabilization services related to an emergency. 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