Benefits

Aetna Choice POS II
Point of Service Plan (POS)
Benefit Summary


This plan is NOT available to you if you are a non U.S.-citizen on a J-1 Visa

The Point of Service (POS) Plan features both an In-Network and Out-of-Network component. The In-Network approach requires that members seek care through a primary care physician and features no deductible, no claim forms, and a copayment for office visits. The Out-of-Network portion of the plan provides the participant with the ability to see any physician, but at a greater cost. No pre-existing condition exclusion applies.

For a current Physician Directory, visit Aetna's Web site at http://www.aetna.com. Choose 'Find a Doctor' from the Shortcuts menu on the right side of the screen. Complete the required sections. Under 'Plan', use the drop down menu and identify the Aetna Open Access Plan, selecting the name Aetna Choice II POS (Open Access) below it and complete the search. For more information about these plan benefits or details on services not listed, call Aetna Service Center for Princeton University toll free at 1-800-535-6689.

The chart below provides a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please review the Aetna POS Plan package for more details, or call the Office of Human Resources at 609-258-3302.

Plan Provision
In-Network Service
Out-of-Network Service
Deductible
The amount you pay each year before the plan begins covering particular medical expenses. Family deductible is accumulative.
Not applicable Individual - $ 900
Family - $1,800
Coinsurance (Out-of-pocket expense)
The percentage of medical expenses shared by you and the plan after you meet your deductible.
The plan pays 100% after you pay the required copay or 10% 30% after deductible*
Coinsurance Limit (Maximum out-of-pocket expense)
Total amount you pay out-of-pocket in one calendar year before the plan pays 100% of your medical expenses.  (Includes your deductible and coinsurance, but excludes copayments).
Individual - $1,500
Family - $3,000

In-Network/Out-of-Network coinsurance limit cross applies**

Individual - $4,500
Family - $9,000

In-Network/Out-of-Network coinsurance limit cross applies**

Lifetime Maximum
Medical/Surgical/Mental Health
Unlimited $2,000,000 limit
Feature/Service
In-Network Service -
You Pay
Out-of-Network Service -
You Pay
Physician Services Performed in an Office Setting
Office visits for routine care; diagnosis and treatment of an illness or injury and initial maternity visit.  Pre & post partum care are inclusive to the surgical charge for delivery
$15 copay for primary care physician office visit (if PCP not used, you will pay $20)

$20 copay per specialist visit

30% after deductible*
Physician Services Performed in a Hospital/Ambulatory Setting 10% 30% after deductible*
Preventive Care
Preventive physicals, well-child care (including scheduled immunizations), PSA, PAP tests and well woman care office visits.
$15 Not covered
Scheduled immunizations $15 Adult Immunizations not Covered
Inpatient Hospital Services***
Medical/Surgical Care (includes maternity).
10% 30% after deductible*
Emergency Room Care
Services administered for conditions meeting the definition of an emergency.  You must follow the instructions on your member ID card.
$50 copayment per emergency visit for all medically necessary treatment.  If you are admitted, copayment is waived.
Surgery (Inpatient)***
Anesthesia and use of an operating room or related facility in a hospital or authorized institution.
10% 30% after deductible*
Surgery (Outpatient)***
Anesthesia and use of an operating room or related facility in a hospital or authorized institution.
No Charge 30% after deductible*
Outpatient Lab and X-Ray Services for Diagnosis or Treatment No Charge 30% after deductible*
Inpatient Mental Health/Substance Abuse***
30 days per calendar year limit (combined In-Network/Out-of-Network.)
10% 30% after deductible*
Outpatient Mental Health/Substance Abuse***
50 visits per calendar year limit (combined In-Network/Out-of-Network.)
20% 30% (no deductible  required)
Skilled Nursing Facility/
Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Services

Limited to 60 days per calendar year
(combined In-network/out-of-network)
No Charge 30% after deductible*
Outpatient Physical Rehabilitation***
Short-term physical, speech, occupational, or pulmonary and cardio rehabilitation therapies. Maximum of 50 visits combined therapies per calendar year limit (combined In-Network/Out-of-Network.)
$20 copay 30% after deductible*
Chiropractic Services
20 visits per calendar year limit.
$20 copay

30% after deductible*

Nutritional Counseling
Limited to 3 visits per calendar year with referral and/or script by your physician; coinsurance, deductible, or copay will apply
$15 copay per office visit

$20 copay per specialist visit

30% after deductible*
Hearing Exam
1 exam per calendar year; coinsurance, deductible, or copay will apply
$15 copay per office visit

$20 copay per specialist visit

30% after deductible*
Hearing Aids
Maximum reimbursement of $1,500 every three years
Covered Covered
Routine Eye Exam/Prescription Glasses or Contact Lenses Not covered Not covered

*You pay 30% after you meet the required deductible and any amounts over reasonable and customary; the plan will pay 70% of reasonable and customary after you meet the required deductible.

**The term "cross applies" means that In-Network payments count toward your Out-of-Network payment limits if you decide to use Out-of-Network services.  Likewise, Out-of-Network payments count toward your In-Network payment limits if you decide to use In-Network services. 

***These services require pre-certification through Aetna.  You must call Aetna at least 14 days in advance of non-emergency treatment to request pre-certification.

Prescription Drug Program - Medco Health

Retail Program (30 day supply) Mail Order Program (90 day supply)
$5 Copay - Generic drugs
$20 Copay - Brand Name drugs
$3
5 Copay - Multi Source drugs* 
$10 Copay - Generic drugs
$40 Copay - Brand Name drugs
$70 Copay - Multi Source drugs*
Deductible: NONE

*Multi Source drugs are Brand Name Drugs for which generics are available. You will pay this copay if you receive the Brand Name.

Point of Service Plan Member Information

You should receive your Aetna ID card at the end of December 2008. Aetna provides a "family" ID card. Rather than each Aetna member receiving an ID card, the "family" will receive two cards with all of the members information listed on them. The ID card should be used to access medical care. If a doctor's office or hospital needs to verify coverage, they can call the Office of Human Resources at 609-258-3302 or you may provide them with the following information:

Plan: Aetna Choice POS II
Group number: 811281
Member ID #: Will be system generated
Phone number: 1-800-535-6689

If you need to request additional ID cards, have a question regarding eligibility, policies, or to select a new primary care physician, please call Aetna's Service Center for Princeton University toll free at 1-800-535-6689.

You will receive a separate ID card for the prescription drug program administered through Medco Health. If you need to purchase a prescription at a participating retail pharmacy before you receive your ID card, please provide the pharmacist with the following information:

Your Provider: Medco Health
Member ID #: Will be system generated
Phone number: 1-800-711-0917

If you do not appear in the system yet, you should pay for your prescription, submit the receipt along with the Medco claim form to Medco Health. The claim form can be obtained from the web at http://www.princeton.edu/hr/ben/prescrip.pdf or by calling the Office of Human Resources at 609-258-3302.

Last Updated:  06/19/09


 

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