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Student Health Benefit Plan |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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1. Who is eligible for the
University-sponsored Student Health Insurance Plan? |
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The guideline for who is eligible to be enrolled
in the Student Health Benefit Plan is that students be registered
for 6 or more credits in a degree program, and
that credits for which they are registered contribute towards the
total count under the enrollment guidelines for being assessed
mandatory Student Services Fee. |
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If a student can not show proof of health insurance, the student will be
charged for the Student Health Benefit Plan. Typically these are credits for
day school classes that take place on campus. |
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For International Students: |
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The University requires that all
international students, scholars and their dependents to be enrolled in
the University sponsored Student Health Benefit Plan (SHBP) unless
they are covered by a United States-based employer-sponsored health
plan or the Graduate Assistant Insurance Plan (GA Plan) provided by
the University of Minnesota. |
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Learn more about the International
Students and Scholars Health Insurance plan. |
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Please contact the Student Health Benefits Office at 612-624-0627, e-mail
studins@bhs.umn.edu or stop
by the office located in room N323 of Boynton Health Service to determine
exact eligibility status. |
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2. How much does the
University-sponsored Student Health Benefit Plan cost? |
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Can I purchase insurance for my spouse, domestic
partner or children? |
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3. What is the enrollment deadline for the
University-sponsored Student Health Benefit Plan?
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The Student Health Benefit Plan enrollment deadlines
coincide with the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities *registration
deadlines, set by the
Office of the Registrar for each semester and for summer session.
*For students with registration exceptions, please contact the Student
Health Benefits Office at 612-624-0627 for instructions.
Please refer to the University of Minnesota (Twin Cities)
Class Schedule or contact the Student Health Benefits Office at
612-624-0627, e-mail
studins@bhs.umn.edu or stop by the
office located in room N323 of Boynton Health Service.
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4. Can I purchase insurance for my
spouse, domestic partner or children?
A covered student may purchase coverage for his or her spouse, registered
same-sex domestic partner, and/or dependent children. Dependents can only be
enrolled when the student initially becomes eligible and is enrolled in the
plan, during the open enrollment period which is the first 30 days of
coverage during Fall semester, or within 31 days of becoming an eligible
dependent.
See cost of coverage for dependents
(spouse, domestic partner or children).
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5. How do I sign up for the
University-sponsored Student Health Benefit Plan? |
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Domestic Students only:
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When you register for classes through
web registration, you will be instructed
to enter the name of your insurance company and policy number.
If you currently have your own health insurance and don't want to
purchase the University-sponsored plan, you must enter this
information.
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If you do not have
your own insurance, you must purchase the University-sponsored plan.
To do so, simply leave the blanks empty. You will
automatically
be enrolled in the University-sponsored plan and the charges will show up on
your fee statement.
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When you register in person, the procedure is the same - you're just
doing it on paper rather than on-line. Just remember, if you
want the University-sponsored plan, leave the blanks empty. |
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International Students:
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The University of Minnesota mandates that all international students,
scholars and their dependents be enrolled in the University-sponsored
Student Health Benefit Plan (SHBP) unless they are eligible for a
waiver.
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See details on the
International Students and Scholars Student Health Benefit Plan. |
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New! 6. I will be graduating soon. Are
there any health care coverage plans available?
Yes! Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota has teamed up with the
University of Minnesota to offer students like you a guaranteed option
for coverage called the University of Minnesota Student Conversion Plan.
You qualify to choose from five plans offered by Blue Cross and Blue
Shield of Minnesota if you enroll within 60 days of termination of SHBP
or AHC-SHBP coverage. |
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details on how
to enroll in the University of Minnesota Student Conversion Plan
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If you have any questions about the Student Conversion Plan, please call the
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota individual customer service department
at (651) 662-5030 or toll free at 1-800-531-6685. Identify yourself as a
University of Minnesota student. |
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If you have other questions or concerns about the Student
Health Benefit Plan, please contact:
Student Health Benefits Office
Boynton Health Service
410 Church St. S.E.
Minneapolis, MN 55455
e-mail:
studins@bhs.umn.edu
Phone: 612-624-0627 Fax: 612-626-5183 |
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