Beginning on Jan. 15, Highmark has been complying with federal guidelines to reimburse its members with employer-sponsored or individual insurance coverage for the cost of over-the-counter COVID tests. Our intent is to continue to fully comply with this announcement, click here to learn more.
There are three easy ways to get FREE over-the-counter, at-home COVID-19 tests with no out-of-pocket expense to you:
Please note that there are currently limited supplies and tests may take up to 4 weeks to arrive.
Note: If you do not have prescription coverage through your Highmark plan, please verify options with your employer.
Note: supplies may be limited, and tests may not be available at all retail pharmacy locations.
To locate an in-network pharmacy members can visit the Highmark member website or call the number on the back of their Highmark insurance card or pharmacy benefit card for help.
Note: If you do not have prescription coverage through your Highmark plan, please verify options with your employer.
Call the telephone number on the back of your insurance card for Member Services. This number is specific to your plan and benefits, and it helps you receive the right answers faster.
Yes, coronavirus testing will be covered with no additional costs when performed by a medical professional. While this coverage applies to most Highmark members, every plan is a little different. If you have questions on coverage, costs, or anything else, call Member Service at the number on the back of your card. This waiver continues through the end of the federal public health emergency.
Exclusions to this coverage include testing for the following:
If the order for a test meets the coverage criteria above, the sample must be collected by authorized health care personnel.
Acceptable COVID-19 diagnostic tests may include:
Most plans will cover coronavirus treatment when admitted to an in-network hospital. Our number one priority is your health and making sure you receive the care you need. That’s why we are waiving all costs of care if you are in the hospital being treated for Coronavirus. This includes testing when recommended by a medical professional and care once you are admitted. While this coverage applies to most Highmark members, every plan is a little different. This waiver continues through the end of the federal public health emergency.
*Exclusions may apply. If you have questions on coverage, costs, or anything else, call Member Service at the number on the back of your card.
Yes, see coverage options at your member website or your plan app or call Member Services at the number on the back of your insurance card. This number is specific to your plan and benefits, and it helps you receive the right answers faster.
Yes, most plans cover you while traveling. Copays, deductibles and coinsurance may still apply. Review your coverage options at your member website or your plan app or call Member Services at the number on the back of your insurance card. This number is specific to your plan and benefits, and it helps you receive the right answers faster.
If you have questions about a grace period call the number on the back of your card.