Factors to Consider
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UK-HMO's Lexington Service Area network consists of UK HealthCare facilities (including Chandler Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, and Kentucky Clinics) and UK HealthCare physicians. -
UK-RHP (Regional Health Plan) Area network includes the UK HealthCare facilities, UK HealthCare physicians and Anthem BlueCross and BlueShield providers (use the UKHMO RSA provider link on the Anthem page). -
Both plans do not require referrals for specialty care services provided within the network. -
Both plans have no deductibles to meet. -
Both plans have no coverage for out-of-network services unless it is life or limb threatening. -
Both plans offer the lowest monthly premiums and lowest out-of-pocket costs. -
Both plans covered transplants including: kidney, liver, pancreas, kidney/pancreas, heart, lung, heart/lung, bone marrow and cornea transplants.
Prior authorization is requred for the following services: Durable medical equipment (over $750), home health care and hospice services and other services as listed in the certificate of coverage. Available urgent care options include: Urgent Treatment Centers in Lexington (Dove Run Road, Custer Drive, and Boardwalk Street), Nicholasville (Bellaire Drive) as well as the UK Children's Twilight Clinic.
UK-HMO vs UK-RHP: What's the Difference?
The two plans provide similar levels of coverage, but are available in different areas of Kentucky and offer different provider networks. The UK-HMO plan covers Fayette surrounding counties and includes a network comprised primarily of UK HealthCare providers. The UK-RHP plan covers every other county in Kentucky and offers a select network of local providers, as well as UK HealthCare providers.
UK-HMO Benefits
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UK-RHP Benefits
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