Vermont Business MagazineBlue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) has begun notifying non-subsidized individuals with BCBSVT plans purchased through Vermont Health Connect that they will be able to enroll directly with the health plan when open enrollment begins onNovember 1, 2015. Individuals and families currently enrolled through VermontHealthConnect that do not receive state or federal subsidies like tax credits or premium assistance are invited to give BCBSVT a ‘heads up’ if they plan to enroll directly through the health plan for 2016 coverage.
“BCBSVT is pleased to offer non-subsidized customers the option of directly enrolling with us.” said Don George, President and CEO. “Our enrollment and billing capabilities are reliable and easy to use.”
Current, non-subsidized Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont members can give a ‘heads up’ now by either going online towww.bcbsvt.com/headsupor call our Consumer Support team at(800) 255-4550.
In-person assistance is available in Berlin or South Burlington locations Monday – Friday8:00 to 4:30with no appointment needed.
Individuals that are not currently BCBSVT customers can directly enroll afterNovember 1by visitingwww.bcbsvt.com.
Individuals and families that enroll directly for 2016 coverage will forego all State and Federal subsidies or cost sharing reductions during that plan year. There are no additional processing costs or fees associated with direct enrollment.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont is the state’s oldest and largest health insurer, providing coverage for about 250,000 Vermonters. It employs about 400 Vermonters at its headquarters in Berlin and its Information and Wellness Center in South Burlington’s Blue Mall, and offers group and individual health plans to Vermonters. More information about Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont is available on the Internet atwww.bcbsvt.comBlue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont is an independent corporation operating under a license with the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, an association of independent Blue Cross and Blue Shield Plans.
Source:Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont