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Does Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois cover acupuncture?
AnswerGenerally no but some policies do cover that. If the policy does cover it then there are usually visit or dollar maximums.
Does Medicare cover the cost of acupuncture?
From the 2009 Publication "Medicare and You" on www.medicare.gov : "What's NOT Covered by Part A and Part B? Items and services that Medicare doesn't cover include, but aren't limited to, the following: ■■Acupuncture. "
Would Blue cross blue shield cover acupuncture?
In California, Blue Shield has a discount of 25% off of the usual and customary fee for acupuncture, but the patient pays out of pocket. Blue Cross depending on the plan, is usually covered through a subcontractor called American Specialty Health (ASH). Your acupuncture benefits would be through American Specialty Health, who would administer the benefits, basically they would tell you how many visits you would get. In my practice I am usually allowed to give 5-6 treatments and then the ASH would determine if the patient could get more acupuncture visits based on progress, the nature of the injury, and other factors. there is usually a cap on visits per year at 20 to 30 again depending on your plan specifics. Thanks -David Hahn, L.Ac. www.sourcepointacupuncture.com
Does bluecross blueshield of Texas cover infertility?
Blue Cross Blue Shield will cover infertility under some circumstances such as doctor's appointments. However, most of the time they will not cover treatment. You should check with your insurance to see if you are covered.
Does Bluecross Blueshield cover self employed people?
Yes, Bluecross Blueshield does offer insurance to self-employed people. You should contact your local Bluecross Blueshield agent to find what options are available in your area that would best suit your needs.
Does the veterans administration cover acupuncture?
Yes, the VA covered acupuncture for me for the past couple of years.
Would Blue Cross Blue Shield of minnesota cover acupuncture?
As more people are exposed to acupuncture services and these services prove to be effective in treating many different types of conditions, they will eventually make it a standard coverage. Many plans now cover this service now. Blue of MN might cover depending on your plan, but they don't pay licenced acupuncturists unless they practice under supervision.
Would Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida cover acupuncture?
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida does not normally consider acupuncture to be a covered expense. They do include a discount plan with their policies which can provide discounts on this and other types of alternative care. If you need information, please feel free to call us directly at 800-946-3303 or visit our website at http://www.berlindenys.com. We are a Contracted General agency for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida.
Why doesn't Medicare cover the cost of acupuncture?
Acupuncture is considered an alterntive treatment. Insurance and medicare does not cover alternative treatments. The reasons for this have their roots in history and the development of pharmeceudical medicine. Alternative treatments are not considered "proven scientific practices," even though acupuncture, herbal treatments, and other alternative treatments have been used with success for decades or centuries.
Does blue shield cover cochlear implants?
Check with your doctor to see if this is going to be a "medically necessary" procedure. This will play an important role of whether the insurance will cover the procedure or not. Once the doctor determines if it is medically necessary, then you can speak with member services of BlueCross BlueShield to discuss the coverage. The phone number for member services will be on your insurance card.
Will bluecross blueshield of Louisiana crover lapband surgery?
No. Health insurance considers this to be elective procedures and they will not cover this procedure. Sorry.
Does Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama cover infertility treatments?
Does Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama cover infertility testing? What all do they cover?
