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What is the UC Ship program?

UC SHIP and UCLA have partnered with AHP (Academic Health Plans) to audit our health fee waiver requests. 2021-22 Academic Plan Waiver Criteria. 2020-21 Academic Plan Waiver Criteria **Travel plans, Ministry cost sharing plans, county medical service plans (CMSP), and SIMNSA plans are not allowed to be used to waive enrollment in UC SHIP**

What do I need to opt out of UC Ship?

May 18, 2021 · UC SHIP covers COVID-19 testing and treatment with $0 co-pay, when the test is deemed medically necessary. The Ashe Center remains open and available for those of you who are on or near campus and need to come for in-person visits. Phone and video appointments are now available with $0 co-pay.

How do I get a referral for UC Ship Insurance?

The UC Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) is a health care program for UCLA students. The UC SHIP is a comprehensive major medical insurance plan, providing medical, prescription, counseling, vision and dental services. Students with UC SHIP are expected to seek all non-emergency care at the Ashe Center and they can be referred as needed ...

What is the UC student health insurance plan?

From sniffles to sprained ankles, the student health center (SHC) has you covered. Your campus SHC offers a range of services. Many campus SHCs also offer a full-service pharmacy. 24/7 coverage anywhere. UC SHIP covers you across the state, country or globe. And provides up to 12 months of coverage. Plus, emergency and urgent care treatment.

Waiver Criteria

In order to opt out of UC SHIP, students must have insurance coverage that meets or exceeds all of the Academic Plan Year Waiver Criteria. UC SHIP and UCLA have partnered with AHP (Academic Health Plans) to audit our health fee waiver requests.

Waiver Application

Students* within their designated waiver period can submit their application to initiate the audit process through the UCSHIP Waiver Application below.

Why do I still see a charge for UCSHIP on my BruinBill?

Students with approved waivers will have the UCSHIP fee credited back to their BruinBill. Credits can take up to 7 business days to appear.

Why am I not authorized to submit a waiver application?

Only registered students can submit waiver applications during their designated Waiver Period. Parents and families are unable to submit the waiver application using third-party access.

Why was my waiver denied?

Students must have insurance coverage that meets or exceeds all of the Academic Plan Year Waiver Criteria. Health plans that do not meet this criteria result in a denied waiver.

Referral No Longer Required for COVID-19 Vaccine

UPDATED UCSHIP POLICY: Please be advised that as of 5/18/21, a valid Ashe Center referral is no longer required to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. The Ashe Center Insurance department shares this update for UCSHIP students.

Utilizing UCSHIP During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Given everything that is happening now—from online courses to Safer-at-Home orders— we are providing guidance about the benefits of maintaining your UC SHIP coverage:

Why is the Ashe Center important?

Health is key. The Ashe Center is committed to helping students “shine, inside and out.” From eating well and staying active to managing stress, it’s no wonder that UCLA was voted #1 for Student Health Services!

What is the phone number for escort service?

We recommend that all students have this number programmed into their phones. When working late on campus, students should call the Escort Service at (310) 794-WALK 15 minutes before they plan to leave their current location.

How to contact UCLA Ashe Center?

Should the need arise, your student can contact the UCLA Ashe Center by calling (310) 825-4073 and selecting Option 2 to speak with in-house RN triage.

What is the phone number for Ashe Center?

If you are experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19 or have had close contact with someone who was diagnosed with the virus, call the COVID-19 Hotline at (310) 206-6217 to speak with an Ashe Center clinical provider. COVID-19 Testing. The Ashe Center now offers PCR and Antibody Testing for COVID-19.

What is UC Ship?

The UC SHIP is a comprehensive major medical insurance plan, providing medical, prescription, counseling, vision and dental services. Students with UC SHIP are expected to seek all non-emergency care at the Ashe Center and they can be referred as needed to other network providers. For a more information on UC SHIP, visit the Student Health Insurance Plan website.

What is CAE in college?

The Center for Accessible Education (CAE) provides services to meet the unique educational needs of regularly enrolled students with permanent and temporary disabilities. Some of the services for students include notetaking, exam proctoring, adaptive equipment, and on campus van service. For more information about the services provided by CAE, take a look at their Accommodation Requests page.

How to prevent respiratory illness?

All students should take everyday preventive actions that reduce the likelihood of transmitting respiratory illnesses:#N#Avoid close contact with others that are sick#N#Cover your mouth and nose and use proper cough etiquette when coughing/sneezing#N#Avoid touching area around your mouth, nose and eyes whenever possible#N#Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds when available, or alcohol-based hand sanitizers when soap/water are not available#N#Stay home when sick - remain at home or in your dorm until fever has been gone for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medicines#N#Call you campus Student Health center if you have questions or concerns about your status 1 Avoid close contact with others that are sick 2 Cover your mouth and nose and use proper cough etiquette when coughing/sneezing 3 Avoid touching area around your mouth, nose and eyes whenever possible 4 Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds when available, or alcohol-based hand sanitizers when soap/water are not available 5 Stay home when sick - remain at home or in your dorm until fever has been gone for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medicines 6 Call you campus Student Health center if you have questions or concerns about your status

How to stop a sneeze?

Avoid touching area around your mouth, nose and eyes whenever possible. Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds when available, or alcohol-based hand sanitizers when soap/water are not available.

What is UC Ship?

The UC Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) is a comprehensive medical insurance program offered to UCLA students. When a student requires care beyond CAPS’ scope of service, UC SHIP and CAPS provide medically-appropriate referrals to Behavioral Health Services (BHS), the Anthem network, and out-of-network providers. CAPS clinicians will assist students in determining the best referral on a case-by-case basis.

How long are caps referrals valid?

Referrals are valid for 12 months: Students should obtain a copy of their Anthem referral from CAPS to give to their off-campus provider. Students are responsible for renewing their referrals after 12 months and payment is not guaranteed if referrals are not renewed. Find a quick guide to benefits.

Do you need a referral for a mental health emergency?

If you have a mental health emergency, please call 911 or go directly to your local ER without obtaining a referral.

How to find a provider on the national anthem?

To find an in-network provider, call Anthem member services at 866-940-8306. You may also search the Anthem website. You can also get help finding a provider on the Anthem website. Some providers may request a copy of your referral, which you can obtain at CAPS.

How long does it take to get a therapist to call you back?

Start calling some of the providers on the list. You may need to call more than one person if the first person you try doesn’t call you back in 24-48 hours. If you need a therapist and a psychiatrist, you will need to call both types of providers. Providers almost never pick up the phone.