Change to Mental Health/Substance Abuse Provider
Effective 8/1/11, the carved out insured substance abuse/mental health coverage will no longer be available. These benefits will now be provided through the medical programs selected by Plan participants. Refer to information provided under the BenefitTab of the medical program in which you are enrolled.
Effective 8/1/11, Self Funded Plan participants will have access to Blue Shields Life Referral 24/7 Program (800-985-2405) which is similar to the Member Assistance Program previously provided through OPTUM Health. Blue Shield HMO Participants have already had access to this program. Plan participants who are enrolled in Kaiser are encouraged to log into www.kaiserpermanente.org to learn about the various programs and classes that are available to Kaiser members.