Academic Year 2021-2022 Plan Changes
We have mostly returned to our pre-COVID policies and procedures, with the expectation of a return to on-campus studies for the 2021-2022 academic year. In the event that there is a sudden unexpected shift in the dynamics related to on-campus studies, HUSHP may make adjustments to the plan. An email communication would be distributed to notify students of any changes. Please visit the CORONAVIRUS DISEASE (COVID-19): HEALTH INSURANCE FAQs page for updates regarding temporary measures HUSHP has taken in regards to COVID-19.
Please be advised to always check your plan benefits at the start of each term prior to having services, and/or contact us for assistance.
Category | AY2021 (8/1/2020-7/31/2021) | AY2022 (8/1/2021-7/31/2022) |
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Telemedicine Visits | No cost-sharing for all in-network telemedicine visits due to the pandemic |
Cost-sharing will apply to all non-covid-19 telemedicine visits |
Child-Adolescent Behavioral Health Mandate |
Coverage added for:
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In AY2021, we implemented Phase One of the MA requirement for the diagnosis and treatment of child-adolescent mental health disorders and added coverage for certain intermediate services. Effective AY2022, Phase Two of this requirement will be implemented and the following two additional intermediate services will be added:
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Category | AY2021 (8/1/2020-7/31/2021) | AY2022 (8/1/2021-7/31/2022) |
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90-day Medication Fills |
As a temporary measure due to the pandemic, members were able to fill up to a 90-day supply of most prescriptions at participating retail pharmacies. As of 1/1/21, the Student Health Insurance Plan added a mail-order delivery benefit for 90-day fills of most prescription medications. |
Members can fill up to a 60-day supply of most prescriptions at participating retail pharmacies and have the option to fill up to a 90-day supply of most medications through the mail-order delivery benefit. |
PillarRx Program | N/A |
PillarRx Copay Assistance Program PillarRx is a consulting firm that works directly with the health plan and pharmacy to coordinate financial support from prescription drug manufacturers. PillarRx Care Team Coordinators are pharmacy technicians who are highly trained on specialty medications and pharmacy processing practices. The Copay Assistance Program helps take the burden off the patient, their family, and/or caregivers by navigating the specialty medication process and negotiating and securing available manufacturer discounts. Specialty Medication Claims Process Most or all of your out-of-pocket expenses will be paid for by the drug manufacturer. If you are responsible for any remaining out-of-pocket costs, those can be applied to your health plan out-of-pocket limit. If You Don’t Enroll Please note that if your medication is included in the program and you don’t enroll, you will likely have significantly higher out-of-pocket costs for these medications. Members eligible for this program will be notified by mail of the enrollment process. |
Specialty Network |
Accredo |
Specialty Network Pharmacy Contact Information: AcariaHealth Accredo CVS Specialty Specialty Network Pharmacy Contact Information for Fertility Medications: Freedom Fertility Pharmacy Village Fertility Pharmacy |
Category | AY2021 (8/1/2020-7/31/2021) | AY2022 (8/1/2021-7/31/2022) |
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Rate | Due to the pandemic, the cost will be implemented in two tiers depending on where the student is physically located:
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All students will pay the full fee and have access to both in-person and telemedicine visits at HUHS clinics; cost-sharing does not apply for most care at HUHS. |
Category | AY2021 (8/1/2020-7/31/2021) | AY2022 (8/1/2021-7/31/2022) |
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Deadline to Waive (opt-out of health insurance) |
Fall Term: September 30 Waiving for the full academic year is not available. |
Fall Term: July 31 Students can waive for the full year. |
Eligibility to Waive the Student Health Fee (SHF) |
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Added back options for:
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Category | AY2021 (8/1/2020-7/31/2021) | AY2022 (8/1/2021-7/31/2022) |
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Full Year Coverage: Spring Term Coverage: |
Full Year enrollment deadline: September 30 As a one-time exception due to the pandemic, spring enrollment will be available to students who did not elect to participate in the fall term. |
Full Year enrollment deadline: September 30 Spring enrollment eligibility is limited to:
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Category | AY2021 (8/1/2020-7/31/2021) | AY2022 (8/1/2021-7/31/2022) |
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HUSHP Dependent Enrollment Deadline |
September 30 Enrollment date extended due to COVID-19 |
August 31 Enrollment date reverted to original enrollment deadline |
Category | AY2021 (8/1/2020-7/31/2021) | AY2022 (8/1/2021-7/31/2022) |
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Extended Health Insurance | Due to the pandemic, a one-time option to extend coverage for 6 months was offered for March, May, and November graduates. | The option to extend HUSHP is not being offered. Please see graduating student section for more information. |