Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield 1-800-599-6903
Ohio University's PPO medical plan is administered by Anthem Blue Cross/ Blue Shield. Employees may contact Anthem directly with questions regarding their coverage.
The PPO plan is a "preferred provider organization." A PPO is a program in which a network of doctors, hospitals and other healthcare providers agree to provide medical services to plan enrollees at special, negotiated rates. Each healthcare provider in the network must meet and maintain strict quality requirements.
When you use network providers for your healthcare, you will have to pay a co-payment at the time of your service. Most services are covered at 80% or 90%. You will still receive coverage when you see healthcare providers outside of the network, although you will receive a lower benefit level.
benefit rates & coverage chart 
AFSCME members
Consult your union contract for details regarding your benefit coverages.
opt-out/ waive insurance coverage
Employees with medical coverage outside of the university may complete the Ohio University Waiver of Group Health Insurance Form. Proof of alternate coverage, such as a copy of an ID card, must be submitted with this form.
pre-existing conditions
There are no preexisting condition limitations for Ohio University's medical plans. You can change plans during open enrollment without concern that your present medical conditions would not be immediately covered.
pre-certification requirement
Ohio University follows Anthem's standard predetermination and precertification requirements for both inpatient and outpatient procedures. Some procedures may require authorization prior to services being rendered. Call 1-866-776-4793 or check with your provider to determine whether your procedure requires prior authorization. All inpatient hospital admissions require precertification.
