Medical

When should I use 2nd.MD?

2025-08-07T16:41:24-07:00

No problem is too big or too small for 2nd.MD. Here are a few scenarios in which you might consult 2nd.MD: You haven’t been feeling well, and your local provider cannot determine what the issue might be. Your local provider recommended surgery, and you don’t fully understand why or if there are other options [...]

When should I use 2nd.MD?2025-08-07T16:41:24-07:00

What services does 2nd.MD provide?

2025-08-07T16:37:18-07:00

Expert Medical Consultation: Connect directly with experts by video from the comfort of home. You'll be paired with a doctor who specializes in your specific condition. They'll review your medical records and have a detailed conversation with you, so you can feel confident about your medical decisions. Personalized Local Support: Helps members find a [...]

What services does 2nd.MD provide?2025-08-07T16:37:18-07:00

What is 2nd.MD?

2025-08-07T16:34:01-07:00

If you are enrolled in a Blue Cross of Idaho medical plan, you and your covered family members have access to expert medical advice and second opinions for health concerns from some of the country’s leading medical providers. When you’re facing a medical decision, 2nd.MD can help you receive the right diagnosis and the [...]

What is 2nd.MD?2025-08-07T16:34:01-07:00

Who is eligible for AccessHope?

2025-07-12T20:11:01-07:00

AccessHope is a unique benefit in that the program is available to more than just your immediate dependents. Eligible family members include your spouse/domestic partner, children (under and over age 26), parents, parents-in-law, grandparents, grandparents-in-law and siblings.

Who is eligible for AccessHope?2025-07-12T20:11:01-07:00

What is AccessHope?

2025-07-12T20:09:47-07:00

AccessHope provides associates enrolled in a Blue Cross of Idaho medical plan with confidential, cancer support services at no cost when you access the benefit. If you or an eligible family member is diagnosed with cancer, AccessHope connects you and your local treating oncologist to specialized experts at world-renowned National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive [...]

What is AccessHope?2025-07-12T20:09:47-07:00

What are the benefits of using Transcarent Surgery Care?

2025-07-12T19:56:42-07:00

Cost: With Transcarent, EPO and PPO members pay $0 for any designated surgical procedures. Per IRS rules, HSA participants must first meet the annual deductible. In addition, travel expenses for you and a companion will be covered if a local surgeon is not an option, and travel over 100 miles is required. Experience: Your [...]

What are the benefits of using Transcarent Surgery Care?2025-07-12T19:56:42-07:00

Do I have to use Transcarent Surgery Care for my surgery to be covered by my medical plan?

2025-07-12T19:55:10-07:00

As of January 1, 2024, specific spine, knee, hip, shoulder, or bariatric surgery may only be covered when accessed through Transcarent. Some exceptions apply for members in Boise, ID and Lubbock TX where we are still developing our best-in-class provider network. If you have questions, please contact a Transcarent Care Coordinator. If you do [...]

Do I have to use Transcarent Surgery Care for my surgery to be covered by my medical plan?2025-07-12T19:55:10-07:00

What is Transcarent Surgery Care?

2025-07-12T19:52:45-07:00

If you’re enrolled in a BCI medical plan, Transcarent is your dedicated partner for spine, knee, hip, shoulder and bariatric surgeries. Let Transcarent take care of the details and get you the result you want—all at little-to-no-cost to you. you’ll have access to the country’s best surgeons in the top facilities who specialize in [...]

What is Transcarent Surgery Care?2025-07-12T19:52:45-07:00

How should I choose a medical plan if my dependents and I live in different states?

2025-07-12T19:47:04-07:00

Because you and your dependents must enroll in the same option, you may want to consider enrolling in a plan that is not an EPO or HMO plan. These plans require members to use a specific provider network and do not cover care from providers outside of the network, except in an emergency. EPO [...]

How should I choose a medical plan if my dependents and I live in different states?2025-07-12T19:47:04-07:00

What are my carrier options?

2025-07-12T19:44:28-07:00

All Company benefits-eligible Albertsons Companies associates have access to medical plan options through Blue Cross of Idaho. Depending on where you live, you may be eligible for one or more regional medical plans through Kaiser Permanente, SelectHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, or HMSA. Access your benefits guide at myACI.albertsons.com > Benefits Resources [...]

What are my carrier options?2025-07-12T19:44:28-07:00
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