Important Updates
FEP adds some preventive benefits
The Federal Employee Program (FEP) is the largest group administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida. Changes to the plan in 2003 are minimal; several enhance coverage for preventive services and screenings.
Kellogg is a new NASCO group
The Kellogg Company is a new Blue Cross and Blue Shield national group with an effective policy date of Jan. 1, 2003.
MACTEC joins NASCO
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield is administering the national PPO program on behalf of MACTEC, Inc. as of Jan. 1, 2003.
New plans cover Publix, Eckerd associates
Groups that were covered under retired point-of-service products from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida (BCBSF) or its HMO subsidiary, Health Options, (PPC Care Manager, BCBSF Care Manager and Elect Care) have new coverage beginning Jan. 1, 2003.
New year brings benefit changes
Happy New Year! The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida and Health Options staff wish you a prosperous 2003. We look forward to working with you during the year to improve efficiency and enhance our members’ health care experience.
State signs 3-year renewal
The State of Florida has renewed its agreement with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida to administer the self-insured State Employees’ PPO Plan for three years beginning Jan. 1, 2003.
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Products and Services
Medicare & More now in 3 counties
In 2003, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida’s HMO subsidiary, Health Options, is offering its Medicare HMO product, Medicare & More, in three South Florida counties: Dade, Broward and Palm Beach.