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Is CareFirst MedPlus and CareFirst diversified benefits the same company?

In Virginia, CareFirst MedPlus and CareFirst Diversified Benefits are is the business names of First Care, Inc. of Maryland (used in VA by: First Care, Inc.). The aforementioned legal entities, CareFirst BlueChoice, Inc., and The Dental Network, Inc. are independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

What is the difference between CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and CareFirst MedPlus?

Serving Maryland, the District of Columbia and portions of Virginia, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is the shared business name of CareFirst of Maryland, Inc. and Group Hospitalization and Medical Services, Inc. In the District of Columbia and Maryland, CareFirst MedPlus is the business name of First Care, Inc.

What can I do with CareFirst my account?

Member Login - My Account Remember Me (What's this?) Login Register Forgot Username? Forgot Password? New to CareFirst? Register for My Account today. With My Account, you can: Find a doctor Check claims See deductibles Get personalized benefit info Request ID cards When you register, consent to have information delivered to you electronically.

When will the CareFirst direct eligibility/benefits summary be unavailable?

iCentric Benefits Summary, CareFirst Direct Eligibility/Benefits and Claims Status will be unavailable Sun, 12/12 from 12AM to 12PM for Out of Area, NASCO and FEP members.

Why can't I log into my CareFirst account?

If your password is not working correctly, please use the "Forgot Password" function or contact your Office Manager for assistance. If your password has expired, please contact your Office Manager for assistance. Our Help Desk can be reached at 1-877-526-8390.

Is CareFirst and Blue Cross Blue Shield the same?

In its 80th year of service, CareFirst, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, is a not-for-profit health care company which, through its affiliates and subsidiaries, offers a comprehensive portfolio of health insurance products and administrative services to 3.2 million individuals and ...

Is blue choice the same as CareFirst?

Serving Maryland, the District of Columbia and portions of Virginia, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is the shared business name of CareFirst of Maryland, Inc. Group Hospitalization and Medical Services, Inc., and First Care, Inc.

Is Anthem the same as CareFirst?

In July 2000, CareFirst announced that it was leaving the Medicare HMO marketplace at the end of the year. In 2001, Wellpoint (now Anthem) offered to acquire the company for $1.37 billion, including $119 million in bonuses to Carefirst executives.

Is CareFirst a Medicare?

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield offers you a range of Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans to fit your specific needs and budget.

What kind of plan is CareFirst BlueChoice?

Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) HMO plans offer the flexibility to see any of the 44,000 participating providers in the BlueChoice network. Outside of our network, only emergency medical services are covered.

Is CareFirst BlueChoice advantage a PPO?

What type of plan is the CareFirst BlueChoice Advantage Plan? A. The CareFirst BlueChoice Advantage plan uses both the BlueChoice Advantage network for in-network benefits as well as BlueCard PPO providers when care is delivered outside of the CareFirst service area. Members do not need referrals to see specialists.

What is CareFirst open access?

With BlueChoice HMO Open Access-High Option, your primary care provider (PCP) provides routine care and coordinates specialty care. This plan allows members to visit specialists directly without referrals.

What is the difference between PPO and POS?

In general the biggest difference between PPO vs. POS plans is flexibility. A PPO, or Preferred Provider Organization, offers a lot of flexibility to see the doctors you want, at a higher cost. POS, or Point of Service plans, have lower costs, but with fewer choices.

What is the difference between Blue Cross and Blue Shield and Anthem?

“In California, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield are actually different companies and are competitors. In most other states, they are the same company and formed an association, the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. Anthem Blue Cross is a for profit company in California, and Blue Shield is a non-profit.

Are Blue Shield and Blue Cross the same?

Blue Cross and Blue Shield developed separately, with Blue Cross providing coverage for hospital services and Blue Shield covering physicians' services. Blue Cross is a name used by an association of health insurance plans throughout the United States.

Who owns CareFirst?

Care1st Health Plan, a provider-founded managed care company based in Los Angeles County, was acquired by Blue Shield of California in 2015 to help the nonprofit health plan fulfill its mission of providing all Californians access to high quality, affordable care.

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