If you are enrolled in one of the State of Maryland Health Benefit Plans {Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS) or United Healthcare} – below is some important information you need to know regarding FLU SHOTS.
- As a result of healthcare reform flu shots are now covered under all medical plans
- The shots must be provided by an in-network provider
- Flu Shots provided by a Pharmacist are not covered in-network
- For more information about how FLU Shots are covered please see: http://dbm.maryland.gov/employees/Documents/State%20Employee%20Flu%20Message.pdf
Should you choose not to go with your primary care provider, please review the lists and/or sites below for additional in-network providers:
United Healthcare
Convenience Care Clinics: MinuteClinic (CVS); TakeCare Clinic (Walgreens); The Little Clinic; RediClinic; Target; and Rite Aid
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS)
MinuteClinic (CVS) and Target
If you have any questions you should contact your primary care provider or call the office of human resources at x4309.