BlueCARE

New Name For BCBSD Managed Care Plans

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Delaware (BCBSD) will consolidate its managed care plans, Independent Practice Association (IPA) and Staff Model HMO, into one plan called BlueCARE, effective July 1, 1998. IPA and HMO participants will automatically be enrolled in BlueCARE and will receive identification cards prior to July 1.

Former HMO participants can continue using the Health Care Center at Christiana, as well as many other providers who are part of the BlueCARE network. They will also enjoy virtually the same benefits with BlueCARE. (Exception: BlueCARE includes a $15 co-pay for routine OB/GYN visits.)

If you have questions, call the BCBSD customer service line at (302) 429-0260 or (800) 633-2563 or contact Benefits Services at 831-2913. You can also speak with representatives at the Employee Benefits Fair on May 12.