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Review the Cost Sharing Summary for a detailed listing of deductibles, co-insurance, plan year maximums and office visit co-pays.  Expand the PPO Medical Plan Coverage Chart (Alphabetical Listing) heading to view a listing of the in-network and out-of-network coverage for a variety of categories.

AFSCME 3200 and FOP members: the Collective Bargaining Agreement will supersede the following information in case of discrepancies.

PPO Medical Plan and Prescription Cost Sharing Summary

CategoryIn-Network
(Tier 1)
Out-of-Network
(Tier 2)
Deductible
The member must pay all costs up to this amount before the plan begins to pay for covered services. Some specific services, such as preventive care, do not apply to the deductible. See the coverage chart for more details. In-network and Out-of-Network accrue separately.
$800/$1,600
Individual/ Family
$1,600/$3,200
Individual/ Family
Plan Co-Insurance
A cost sharing feature in which the plan (Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield) pays a fixed percentage of the cost of medical care.
80% for most categories70% for most categories
Employee Co-Insurance
A cost sharing feature in which the Member pays a fixed percentage of the cost of medical care.
20% for most categories30% for most categories
Office Visit 
(Primary Care, Specialty Care, Physical Therapy, etc.)
No deductible
$25 co-pay
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement

Plan Year Maximums

Out-of-pocket maximums accumulate separately; therefore, charges for out-of-network services cannot be applied to the in-network employee out-of-pocket maximum and vice versa

CategoryIn-Network
(Tier 1)
Out-of-Network
(Tier 2)
Employee Co-Insurance Maximum
Equal the total employees will pay for co-insurance during the plan year.
$2,700/$5,400 Individual/Family$5,400/$10,800
Individual/Family
Employee Out-of-Pocket Maximum
Equals the total employees will pay in deductibles and co-insurance during the plan year.
$3,500/$7,000 Individual/Family$7,000/ $14,000
Individual/Family
Employee Office Visit Co-Pay Maximum
Equals the total employees will pay for Office Visit co-pays during the plan year.
$2,325/$4,650 Individual/FamilyOut of Network Co-Pay not applicable
Employee Prescription Co-Pay Maximum
Equals the total employees will pay for Prescription co-pays during the plan year.
$2,000/$4,000 Individual/FamilyOut of Network Co-Pay not applicable
Total Annual Out-of-Pocket Maximum$7,850 / $15,650See Above

Individual Lifetime Maximum Benefits, Unlimited

Prescription Drug Coverage

CategoryRetail PharmacyMail Order Pharmacy
Generic Drug

$20

$25

Brand Name Formulary

$30

$40

Brand Name Non-Formulary

$40

$55

Eligible Specialty Medications: 30% coinsurance or $0 copay if enrolled in PrudentRx Specialty Drug Program

 

PPO Medical Plan Coverage Chart (Alphabetical Listing)

CategoryIn-Network
(Tier 1)
Out-of-Network
(Tier 2)
Ambulance 
(subject to medical necessity)
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Paid as in-network
Child Wellness Visits
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Standards
No deductible 100% reimbursement for eligible proceduresSubject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Chiropractic Services
12 visit limit per plan year
$25 co-paySubject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Durable Medical EquipmentSubject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Paid as in-network
Emergencies
A medical emergency is defined by insurance company standards. May include a condition that if untreated could be life threatening or seriously impair bodily functions.
$50 co-pay
The employee may also be charged the deductible and co-insurance for any care received during the emergency room visit.
Paid as in-network
Gynecological Exams/PAP Smears
Preventive and Diagnostic
$25 co-pay for office visitNo deductible
70% reimbursement
Hearing
NOTE: Hearing medical conditions are covered the same as any other condition.
One routine hearing exam covered per plan year (Under Preventive Care)
$25 co-pay for office visit
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Hearing Aid & Supplies
NOTE: Payment of charges are capped to the maximum allowed amount. Contact your hearing aid provider or Anthem for details.

Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement

 

Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Home Health Care Services
100 visit limit per plan year (Combined with Private Duty Nursing) 
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement 
Paid as in-network
Hospice Services Subject to deductible
100% reimbursement
Paid as in-network
Inpatient & Outpatient Services, Surgery 
(non-emergency lab, x-ray, diagnostic testing and preadmission testing, allergy injections, serums, medically necessary colonoscopies, etc.)  
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement

Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement

 

Mammograms
Preventive
No deductible
100% reimbursement
No deductible
70% reimbursement
Mammograms
Diagnostic
 Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement  
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Maternity
Pre and postnatal physician services 
 $25 co-pay for first visit; afterwards 80% reimbursementSubject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Maternity
Delivery: Vaginal & Cesarean     
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Maternity
Labs & Radiology
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement   
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Mental Health
Inpatient and Residential Treatment
(Pre-certification required)
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement 
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement

Outpatient Counseling
Pre-certification required for: 

  • Inpatient Care
  • Partial Hospitalization
  • Residential Care
  • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

First 6 visits of plan year with an EAP/AllOne Health or Anthem Network Provider

No deductible
100% reimbursement

After 6 visits
No deductible 
$25 co-pay
100% reimbursement 

Non Anthem Network Provider

Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement

Occupational Therapy
40 visit limit per plan year

Inpatient

Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement

 

Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Occupational Therapy
Outpatient
$25 co-paySubject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Office Visit 
(Primary Care, Specialty Care, Physical Therapy, etc.) 
No deductible
$25 co-pay 
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Outpatient & Inpatient Services, Surgery 
(non-emergency lab, x-ray, diagnostic testing and preadmission testing, allergy injections, serums, medically necessary colonoscopies, etc.)

Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement

 

Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement

 

Physical Therapy
40 visit limit per plan year

Inpatient

Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Physical Therapy
Outpatient
$25 co-paySubject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Preventive Care
No deductible
100% reimbursement for eligible procedures
No deductible
70% reimbursement
Second Surgical OpinionSubject to deductible
100% reimbursement  
Paid as in-network
Skilled Nursing Facility
(Pre-certification required)
Case management available if applicable. 
Limited to 60 days
No deductible
80% reimbursement
Paid as in-network

Speech Therapy
30 visit limit per plan year

Inpatient

Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Speech Therapy
Outpatient
$25 co-paySubject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Surgery
(inpatient, outpatient, doctorā€™s office & other)
(Pre-certification required)
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
TMJSubject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Paid as in-network
Transgender Health Care Services
(Including gender reassignment surgery and coverage of medically necessary and preventive care procedures regardless of gender identity)  
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement 
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Transplants
(Transplant program is available)  
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
No specific maximums 
Subject to deductible
Paid as in-network
Urgent Care Facility$25 co-paySubject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Vision Screening 
Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield Preventive Benefits
Preventive Vision Screening 
No deductible
100% reimbursement 
Preventive Vision Screening
No deductible
70% reimbursement

Substance Abuse
Inpatient and Residential Treatment

(Pre-certification required)

Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Substance Abuse
Outpatient Counseling 
(Pre-certification required)
First 6 visits of plan year with an
EAP/AllOne Health or Anthem Network Provider
No deductible
100% reimbursement
After 6 visits
No deductible
$25 co-pay
80% reimbursement 
Non Anthem Network Provider
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement

AFSCME 1699

Review the Cost Sharing Summary for a detailed listing of deductibles, co-insurance, plan year maximums and office visit co-pays.  Expand the PPO Medical Plan Coverage Chart (Alphabetical Listing) heading to view a listing of the in-network and out-of-network coverage for a variety of categories.

The Collective Bargaining Agreement will supersede the following information in case of discrepancies.

PPO Medical Plan and Prescription Cost Sharing Summary

CategoryIn-Network
(Tier 1)
Out-of-Network
(Tier 2)
Deductible
The member must pay all costs up to this amount before the plan begins to pay for covered services. Some specific services, such as preventive care, do not apply to the deductible. See the coverage chart for more details. In-network and Out-of-Network accrue separately.
$800/$1,600
Individual/ Family
$1,600/$3,200
Individual/ Family
Plan Co-Insurance
A cost sharing feature in which the plan (Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield) pays a fixed percentage of the cost of medical care.
80% for most categories70% for most categories
Employee Co-Insurance
A cost sharing feature in which the Member pays a fixed percentage of the cost of medical care.
20% for most categories30% for most categories
Office Visit 
(Primary Care, Specialty Care, Physical Therapy, etc.)
No deductible
$25 co-pay
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement

Plan Year Maximums

Out-of-pocket maximums accumulate separately; therefore, charges for out-of-network services cannot be applied to the in-network employee out-of-pocket maximum and vice versa

CategoryIn-Network
(Tier 1)
Out-of-Network
(Tier 2)
Employee Co-Insurance Maximum
Equal the total employees will pay for co-insurance during the plan year.
$2,700/$5,400 Individual/Family$5,400/$10,800
Individual/Family
Employee Out-of-Pocket Maximum
Equals the total employees will pay in deductibles and co-insurance during the plan year.
$3,500/$7,000 Individual/Family$7,000/ $14,000
Individual/Family
Employee Office Visit Co-Pay Maximum
Equals the total employees will pay for Office Visit co-pays during the plan year.
$2,325/$4,650 Individual/FamilyOut of Network Co-Pay not applicable
Employee Prescription Co-Pay Maximum
Equals the total employees will pay for Prescription co-pays during the plan year.
$2,000/$4,000 Individual/FamilyOut of Network Co-Pay not applicable
Total Annual Out-of-Pocket Maximum$7,850 / $15,650See Above

Individual Lifetime Maximum Benefits, Unlimited

Prescription Drug Coverage

CategoryRetail PharmacyMail Order Pharmacy
Generic Drug

$20

$25

Brand Name Formulary

$30

$40

Brand Name Non-Formulary

$40

$55

Eligible Specialty Medications: 30% coinsurance or $0 copay if enrolled in PrudentRx Specialty Drug Program

PPO Medical Plan Coverage Chart (Alphabetical Listing)

CategoryIn-Network
(Tier 1)
Out-of-Network
(Tier 2)
Ambulance 
(subject to medical necessity)
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Paid as in-network
Child Wellness Visits
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Standards
No deductible 100% reimbursement for eligible proceduresSubject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Chiropractic Services
12 visit limit per plan year
$25 co-paySubject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Durable Medical EquipmentSubject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Paid as in-network
Emergencies
A medical emergency is defined by insurance company standards. May include a condition that if untreated could be life threatening or seriously impair bodily functions.
$75 co-pay 
The employee may also be charged the deductible and co-insurance for any care received during the emergency room visit.
Paid as in-network
Gynecological Exams/PAP Smears
Preventive and Diagnostic
$25 co-pay for office visitNo deductible
70% reimbursement
Hearing
NOTE: Hearing medical conditions are covered the same as any other condition.
One routine hearing exam covered per plan year (Under Preventive Care)
$25 co-pay for office visit
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Hearing Aid & Supplies
NOTE: Payment of charges are capped to the maximum allowed amount. Contact your hearing aid provider or Anthem for details.
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Home Health Care Services
100 visit limit per plan year (Combined with Private Duty Nursing)
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Paid as in-network
Hospice ServicesSubject to deductible
100% reimbursement
Paid as in-network
Inpatient & Outpatient Services, Surgery 
(non-emergency lab, x-ray, diagnostic testing and preadmission testing, allergy injections, serums, medically necessary colonoscopies, etc.) 
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Mammograms
Preventive
No deductible
100% reimbursement
No deductible
70% reimbursement
Mammograms
Diagnostic
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement 
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Maternity
Pre and postnatal physician services 
$25 co-pay for first visit; afterwards 80% reimbursementSubject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Maternity
Delivery: Vaginal & Cesarean    
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Maternity
Labs & Radiology
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement  
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Mental Health
Inpatient and Residential Treatment
(Pre-certification required)
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement

Outpatient Counseling
Pre-certification required for:

  • Inpatient Care
  • Partial Hospitalization
  • Residential Care
  • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

First 6 visits of plan year with an EAP/AllOne Health or Anthem Network Provider

No deductible
100% reimbursement

After 6 visits
No deductible 
$25 co-pay
100% reimbursement

Non Anthem Network Provider

Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement

Occupational Therapy
40 visit limit per plan year

Inpatient

Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Occupational Therapy
Outpatient
$25 co-paySubject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Office Visit 
(Primary Care, Specialty Care, Physical Therapy, etc.)
No deductible
$25 co-pay
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Outpatient & Inpatient Services, Surgery 
(non-emergency lab, x-ray, diagnostic testing and preadmission testing, allergy injections, serums, medically necessary colonoscopies, etc.)
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement

Physical Therapy
40 visit limit per plan year

Inpatient

Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Physical Therapy
Outpatient
$25 co-paySubject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Preventive Care
No deductible
100% reimbursement for eligible procedures
No deductible
70% reimbursement
Second Surgical OpinionSubject to deductible
100% reimbursement 
Paid as in-network
Skilled Nursing Facility
(Pre-certification required)
Case management available if applicable.
Limited to 60 days
No deductible
80% reimbursement
Paid as in-network

Speech Therapy
30 visit limit per plan year

Inpatient

Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Speech Therapy
Outpatient
$25 co-paySubject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Surgery
(inpatient, outpatient, doctorā€™s office & other)
(Pre-certification required)
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
TMJSubject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Paid as in-network
Transgender Health Care Services
(Including gender reassignment surgery and coverage of medically necessary and preventive care procedures regardless of gender identity) 
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible 
70% reimbursement
Transplants
(Transplant program is available) 
Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
No specific maximums
Subject to deductible
Paid as in-network
Urgent Care Facility$25 co-paySubject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Vision Screening 
Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield Preventive Benefits
Preventive Vision Screening 
No deductible
100% reimbursement
Preventive Vision Screening
No deductible
70% reimbursement

Substance Abuse
Inpatient and Residential Treatment

(Pre-certification required)

Subject to deductible
80% reimbursement
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement
Substance Abuse
Outpatient Counseling 
(Pre-certification required)
First 6 visits of plan year with an
EAP/AllOne Health or Anthem Network Provider
No deductible
100% reimbursement
After 6 visits
No deductible
$25 co-pay
80% reimbursement
Non Anthem Network Provider
Subject to deductible
70% reimbursement

2025-26 AFSCME 1699 Benefits Guide [PDF]
Effective July 1, 2025- June 30, 2026

2024-25 AFSCME 1699 Benefits Guide [PDF]
Effective July 1, 2024- June 30, 2025

51ĀŅĀ×'s PPO medical plan is administered by Anthem Blue Cross/ Blue Shield. 
The PPO plan is a "preferred provider organization." A PPO is a program in which a network of doctors, hospitals and other health care providers agree to provide medical services to plan enrollees at special, negotiated rates. Each health care provider in the network must meet and maintain strict quality requirements.

When you use network providers for your health care, you will have to pay a co-payment at the time of your service. Most services are covered at 80% after the deductible is met. You will still receive coverage when you see health care providers outside of the network, although you will receive a lower benefit level.

51ĀŅĀ× does not have any Pre-Existing Condition Limitations. (A pre-existing condition is a physical or mental health condition, disability, or illness that you have before you enrolled in a health plan).

NOTE: Payment for all covered health care services are based on the maximum allowed amount. For in-network providers and services, the maximum allowed amount is the rate agreed upon by Anthem and the provider of services and is normally less than the billed amount. For out-of-network providers and services, the maximum allowed amount is set by Anthem.

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