Highmark Blue Shield Essential PPO
The Highmark Blue Shield Essential plan is Bucknell University's low option PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) plan. This plan provides 80% in network coverage after applicable deductibles and/or copayments.
PPOBlue gives you freedom of choice and control over your care:
You can receive care from the health care provider of your choice. PPOblue does not require that you select a primary care physician to receive covered care. Instead, the program gives you access to a large network of physicians, hospitals, and other providers.
For a higher level of benefits coverage, you only need to receive care from a network provider. However, for most services you can also go "outside the network" and still receive care that is covered, at the lower out of network level.
You also enjoy a range of covered preventative services. These periodic exams and certain routine tests help you take a "proactive" approach to your health care and can help you avoid costly "reactive" care down the road.
The Essential PPO plan booklet provides you with the information you need to understand your PPOBlue program. We encourage you to take the time to review this information so you understand how your health program works.
Additional Resources:
Highmark Essential PPO Plan Booklet
Highmark Blue Shield Preventative Schedule
Prescription Drug Formulary List
