FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

All full-time students must complete the online Health Insurance Selection Process. The link to the online Health Insurance Selection Process is in the pink box in the left column of the UHS home page.

We have compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions to answer questions about the Health Insurance Selection Process. If you have additional questions, you can contact the UHS Health Insurance Advisor at insurance@uhs.rochester.edu or 585-275-2637.

1. When do I need to complete the online Health Insurance Selection Process?
2. What information do I need to do to complete the process?
3. Why do I need to complete the online process again? My insurance information has not changed.
4. Will I receive a confirmation of my insurance selection?
5. My parents take care of my health insurance. Can they complete the online process for me?
6. What if I do not complete the Health Insurance Selection Process? What happens?
7. If I want the Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance, won’t I automatically be enrolled by UHS?
8. When will I get my insurance card from Blue Cross Blue Shield?
9. What if I need to change my insurance selection during the year?
   
   Some Special Circumstances:
10. I am beginning full-time studies in the summer. What do I need to do about health insurance?
11. I graduated in May. How long does my insurance cover me?
12. I will be studying abroad next semester. Do I need to complete the online Health Insurance Selection Process if I do not want the Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) insurance through UHS?
13. I am a part-time student. Can I enroll in the BCBS insurance?

 

 

If you have questions about health insurance, contact the UHS Insurance Advisor at insurance@uhs.rochester.edu or 585-275-2637

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