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Celebrating 25 Years of Supporting the Globally Mobile |
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| A milestone anniversary is a great time to look back at our achievements over the past 25 years. As this timeline demonstrates, we carry with us an incredible legacy of grit, innovation and customer focus that fuels the future we’re building – with the help of our people and partners, including our broker/consultant partners, Blue Plan colleagues, medical providers and clients! Find out more about our 25th anniversary and what’s behind our "Daring to Be Different” theme. |
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U.S. Enrollment Numbers Reach New Heights
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of international students coming to the U.S. to study dipped below 1 million for the first time in 6 years. However, according to a new report by the Department of Homeland Security’s Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), international student numbers have nearly rebounded to pre-pandemic levels with 1.08 million international students actively holding study visas.
In addition to the number of students traveling to the U.S., SEVIS reports there has been a notable shift in where these students permanently live, with a 28% decrease in students coming from China and a 30% increase in those traveling from India. As these numbers increase, it’s important for these students to have access to adequate health coverage while away from home. Be sure to reach out to your GeoBlue sales representative to learn more about our international health plans for your growing population.
Transparency in Coverage and Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 |
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| At the end of 2020, Congress passed several healthcare reforms as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA). These reforms—also referred to as the No Surprises Act—aim to curtail balance billing and out-of-network charges without advance notice. With the introduction of additional rulemaking throughout 2021, GeoBlue worked to implement the No Surprises Act for its corporate expat portfolio nationwide and its New York and California ACA student health insurance plans, meeting all applicable enforcement deadlines. Most notable are the implementation of machine-readable files (MRF) and a web-based cost-comparison tool for consumers. This flyer provides an overview and status of key provisions. |
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There are now two MRFs of pricing information available to the public:
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The in-network negotiated rates with their providers |
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The historical payments to out-of-network providers and their billed charges. |
Both files follow a standard format and will be updated monthly. |
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| We also completed phase one of upgrading our web-based cost comparison tool, allowing members to search 500 of the most common shoppable services. The results generated by the tool now include negotiated rates and personalized pricing based on the member benefits. The project team will continue to work on implementing phase two of the cost comparison tool to include all shoppable services by 1/1/24. |
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Access MRFs and an overview of key provisions here.
See You Soon!
BE SURE TO STOP BY AND VISIT US AT THE FOLLOWING EVENTS! |
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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON |
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Forum on Education Abroad Annual Conference
March 22-24, 2023
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WASHINGTON, D.C. |
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NAFSA: Association of International Educators Annual Conference
May 30-June 2, 2023
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BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS |
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American College Health Association (ACHA) Annual Meeting
May 30-June 3, 2023 |
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“GeoBlue was easy to contact and the customer service agent was extremely friendly and helpful during my stressful visit to the hospital. And my visit was covered completely!”
– MEMBER |
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Catch the Headlines: Be among the first to hear about news and issues impacting the globally mobile
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Grab a Seat: Register for upcoming events and webinars featuring relevant topics and industry experts
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Get to Know Us: Catch snippets of who we are and how we’re simplifying the international healthcare experience
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GeoBlue® is the trade name of Worldwide Insurance Services, LLC (Worldwide Services Insurance Agency, LLC in California and New York), an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. GeoBlue is the administrator of coverage provided under insurance policies issued in the District of Columbia by 4 Ever Life International Limited, Bermuda, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association.
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