Information regarding accepted Premera Blue Cross insurance plans. Click on a plan to learn more.
Contact your health insurance plan for information on covered services before your appointment.
Can I select a Virginia Mason primary care provider with this insurance plan?
Yes
Does this plan require pre-approval to see a specialist?
No
General Comments
The assigned alpha prefix identifies whether the services are billed under BC/BS.
Can I select a Virginia Mason primary care provider with this insurance plan?
Yes*
Does this plan require pre-approval to see a specialist?
No*
General Comments
* Including Heritage Networks and Lifewise
Can I select a Virginia Mason primary care provider with this insurance plan?
Yes
Does this plan require pre-approval to see a specialist?
No*
General Comments
* Patient must use the Premera Individual Signature provider network
* Note for Pierce and Snohomish County Residents: This plan is not available in Pierce or Snohomish County. Other plans are available on the Health Exchange, but Virginia Mason may not be the preferred provider.
Can I select a Virginia Mason primary care provider with this insurance plan?
Yes*
Does this plan require pre-approval to see a specialist?
Yes*
General Comments
* If patient does not have a Virginia Mason PCP, an approved referral is required for specialty care.
Can I select a Virginia Mason primary care provider with this insurance plan?
Yes
Does this plan require pre-approval to see a specialist?
No
General Comments
This is a Medigap plan, not the BC/BS Medicare Advantage program. Always secondary to Medicare.
Accepted Insurance Plans
Can I select a Virginia Mason primary care provider with this insurance plan?
Yes
Does this plan require pre-approval to see a specialist?
No
General Comments
Heritage Premier will be on the ID card.
Can I select a Virginia Mason primary care provider with this insurance plan?
Yes
Does this plan require pre-approval to see a specialist?
No
Can I select a Virginia Mason primary care provider with this insurance plan?
Yes*
Does this plan require pre-approval to see a specialist?
No