UCSHIP has a lot to offer you. Take a look at the UCSHIP Student Brochure to learn more about the full range of benefits available to students with a UCSHIP policy.
Using Your Benefits
The Ashe Center serves as every UCSHIP student's Patient Centered Medical Home.
- Students enrolled in UCSHIP must receive primary care services at The Ashe Center and need to obtain an Ashe Referral before receiving specialty services.
- Emergency Services do not require an Ashe Center Referral.
- Claims will not be considered nor paid without a valid Ashe Center referral.
UCSHIP Medical Benefits are administered through Anthem Blue Cross. UCSHIP Prescription Benefits are administered through Optum Rx.
Click here for an infographic about how to use UCSHIP Medical Benefits.
Prescription Benefits On Campus
When students need to fill a prescription, we recommend going to the Bruin Health Pharmacy located in Ackerman Union (A-Level). They offer a full range of prescription and over-the-counter medications. The Bruin Health Pharmacy will always be their most affordable option for medications.
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UCSHIP Anthem Blue Cross Benefits Summary 2023-24
Note: This is a high level summary of copays ($) and coinsurances (%). For more detailed information about this medical plan, reference the Summary of Coverage and Benefits and/or Benefit Booklet. To get a copy of the complete terms of coverage, visit MyUCSHIP.org or call 1-866-940-8306.
*Non-emergent medical services must be initiated at The Ashe Center. Valid Ashe Referral required.
**Mental and Behavioral Health services must be initiated at UCLA Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Valid CAPS referral required. Contact CAPS at 310-825-0768 or at www.caps.ucla.edu.
***Out-of-Network reimbursement is subject to usual and customary rates. Valid Ashe referral required for all non-emergent medical services.
† UC Family includes Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica, UCI, UCSD, UCSF, and UCD.
Deductible & Out-of-Pocket Maximum
The Ashe Center | UC Family *† | In-Network* | Out-of-Network** | |
Deductible | $0 | $0 | $300 | $500 |
Out-of-Pocket Maximum | $2,000 | $2,000 | $3,000 | $6,000 |
Office Visits
The Ashe Center | UC Family *† | In-Network* | Out-of-Network** | |
Primary Care | $0 | Not Covered | Not Covered | Not Covered |
Specialist | $0 | $15 | $40 | 40% |
Urgent Care | Not Available | Immediate Care | $25 | 40% |
Acupuncture | $15 | $15 | $40 | 40% |
Chiropractor | Not Available | Not Available | $40 | 40% |
Physical/Occupational Therapy | $15 | $15 | $40 | 40% |
Mental Health | $0** | $0** | $0** | 40%** |
Lab & Imaging Services
The Ashe Center | UC Family *† | In-Network* | Out-of-Network** | |
Lab & X-Ray |
| 15% | 25% | 40% |
CT, MRI, Ultrasound, PET Scan | Not Available | 10% | 20% | 40% |
Emergency Services
The Ashe Center | UC Family *† | In-Network* | Out-of-Network** | |
Urgent Care | $0 | $25 | $25 | 40% |
Emergency Room | Not Available | $125 | $125 | $125 |
Hospitalization | Not Available | 10% | $250 + 20% | $500 + 40% + 25% penalty |
Ambulance (Ground) | Not Available | 20% | 20% | 20% |
UCSHIP Optum Rx Benefits Summary 2023-24
Note: This is only a summary. For more information about this prescription drug plan, reference the Summary of Benefits and Coverage and/or Plan Booklet.
Bruin Health Pharmacy | UC Family *† | In-Network* | Out-of-Network** | |
Generic | $5 | $10 | $10 | $10 |
Preferred Brand Name | $25 | $40 | $40 | $40 |
Non-Preferred Brand Name | $40 | $60 | $60 | $60 |
Note: Covers up to a 30-day supply of medications and up to 180-days for oral contraceptives. Some oral contraceptives are available at no cost.