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Medical Plans for NSU Employees

At Nova Southeastern University, your well-being is our top priority. Our employees have the flexibility to choose between two ICUBA PPO medical plans, both administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS). These plans are designed to support you and your family and provide comprehensive coverage to best fit your health care needs:

  • Preferred PPO Plan
  • High Deductible PPO Plan

Note: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plans are available for U.S. residents only.

Included Benefits–No Additional Enrollment Required

When you enroll in either of the BCBS medical plans, you automatically receive a wide range of comprehensive and valuable benefits at no extra cost. 

  • Behavioral Health Benefits: Access in-person counseling and virtual therapy and support for managing stress, anxiety, substance abuse, and more.
  • Embold Health: Connect with top BCBS providers and enjoy 100% coverage without out-of-pocket costs.
  • Hinge Health: Experience personalized physical therapy and cutting-edge technology to help you manage muscle and joint discomfort.
  • My Health Novel: Start your journey to better health with personalized wellness programs for achieving your goals, from weight loss to stress management
  • Prescription Pharmacy Benefits: Enjoy convenient access to prescription medications with flexible options for filling and refilling your prescriptions.
  • Sanitas Medical Centers: Get comprehensive primary care and preventative health support at conveniently located medical centers.
  • Surgery Plus: Gain access to high-quality surgical care at no additional cost through a dedicated network of trusted providers.
  • Strive powered by Virgin Pulse: Participate in wellness programs that promote healthy living and offer rewards for achieving your fitness goals.
  • Teladoc: Access virtual health consultations with licensed doctors 24/7 for non-emergency medical concerns.
  • Virta Health: Join a specialized program designed to help reverse Type 2 diabetes through sustainable lifestyle and dietary changes.

Health Reimbursement Account

In addition to these benefits, you will be automatically enrolled in a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), an employer-funded account to help offset out-of-pocket costs for eligible medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, and over-the-counter expenses for all covered members.

HRA Benefits
  • Ameriflex Debit Card: Your HRA funds will be easily accessible through an Ameriflex debit card, which will be mailed to you along with your BCBS medical card.
  • Monthly Contributions: Contributions begin at the end of your second month in the ICUBA plan and continue for as long as you remain enrolled.
Learn More About Flexible Spending Accounts

2024-2025 Premiums

Review the plans below for details on the 2024-2025 monthly premiums and HRA contributions, effective April 1, 2024.

2024 -2025 High Deductible PPO Plan

(Effective April 1, 2024)

Monthly Employee Premium Monthly Employer Contribution HRA Contribution
Employee $110 $700 $60
Employee + Spouse $670 $1,055 $120
Employee + Child(ren) $240 $931 $120
Employee + Family $680 $1,280 $120
Dual Enrolled Family $344 $1,616 $180
2024 -2025 High Deductible PPO Plan

(Effective April 1, 2024)

Monthly Employee Premium Monthly Employer Contribution HRA Contribution
Employee $126 $690 $60
Employee + Spouse $750 $990 $120
Employee + Child(ren) $510 $961 $120
Employee + Family $951 $1,340 $120
Dual Enrolled Family $620 $1,671 $180

High Deductible PPO Plan Summary       Preferred PPO Plan Summary

How to Request an Insurance ID Card

Once you’re enrolled in any of our NSU/ICUBA health insurance plans, you should receive your BlueCross BlueShield Insurance Card within 7-14 business days. If you need an ID card sooner for an upcoming appointment, you can:

  • Download an electronic copy through the BCBS My Health Toolkit Portal (SSN required).
  • Request a physical card by calling BCBS Customer Service at 855-258-9029 or the BCBS Essential Advocate at 888-521-2583

If there’s a delay and you need care, you may pay out-of-pocket and submit a reimbursement request based on your plan coverage through the ICUBA Benefits Portal through Sharklink.

Insurance Updates

Medical insurance is typically updated at the end of the business day following your new hire enrollment or the approval of a life event by the Office of Human Resources.

For example, a life event approved on Friday will be updated in BCBS’s system by Monday, with coverage active on Tuesday (effective dates depend on submitted documentation).

Have Questions?

Blue Cross Blue Shield - 24/7 Essential Advocate Line
855-638-5839

BCBS Customer Service Line
855-258-9029

BCBS - Find a PPO Network Provider
800-810-2583

Tela Doc
800-835-2362

For general NSU benefits questions, please email loa@nova.edu

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