Student Health Services can bill to BlueCross/BlueShield, Medica, Health Partners, TriWest, MnCare, UCare, and Student Insurance (Domestic and International).
Insurance-ready receipts are available upon request if you have an insurance plan that is not listed above. Students are responsible for submission of their own insurance claims.
The Pharmacy can bill to most insurance companies if you have your current pharmacy card with you.
IMPORTANT - Please bring your current insurance card with you to every appointment.
The Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System offers an Illness and Injury policy through UnitedHealthCare Student Resources. This is for students who are taking 6 or more Undergraduate credits or 3 or more Graduate credits.
You may view the brochure at www.uhcsr.com - go to "Find my school's plan". A brochure is also available at Student Health Services and at the Campus Hub located in the Centennial Student Union by the food court. If you have questions, please contact Kathy Grant at kathryn.grant@mnsu.edu or 507-389-6276 ex 244. The customer service phone number at UHC Student Resources is 1-888-251-6243.
The policy cost is $292 for three months with an option to purchase major/medical for an additional $225. The MSU Student Health Services is the primary clinic.
Starting August 15, 2009, we will also have Dental Insurance available. The cost is $83.40 from 8/15/09 to 8/14/10. You can only purchase the dental insurance during the open enrollment period. The plan coverage dates and open enrollment dates are as follows:
Annual: 8/15/09 - 8/14/10 Open enrollment period: 8/15/09 - 9/30/09
1st semi-annual: $41.70 8/15/09 - 2/14/10 Open enrollment period: 8/15/09-9/30/09
2nd semi-annual: $41.70 2/15/10-8/14/10 Open enrollment period: 2/15/10-3/31/10
It covers preventative care and restorations with a maximum of $500 per year. It does not cover crowns or root canals. This plan is available for domestic and international students.
Health Insurance for International Students is required by Minnesota state law. Returning students should purchase their coverage for the 2009-2010 year before July 31, 2009. For more information about health insurance for International students, contact Kathy Grant, Student Insurance Advocate, at Student Health Services 389-6276 ex 244 or the International Student Office. A brochure is available from either of these offices. The customer service number of UHC Student Resources is 1-888-251-6243.
NURSELINE: Students that have purchased the Student Insurance have access to nurse advice and health information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by dialing 1-800-883-2951. The NurseLine is staffed by Registered Nurses who can help students determine if they need to seek medical care, understand their medications or medical procedures, or learn ways to stay healthy.
To find a Network provider/clinic near you go to: www.uhcsr.com Go to "Find my school's plan"; enter MSU, Mankato; Click on UHC Options PPO.
Often, students are covered under a policy held by their parents. If this is the case, students should sit down with their parents and go over the coverage with them. Questions to consider are:
Questions about insurance can be directed to Kathy Grant, Insurance Coordinator by calling 507-389-6276, extension 244 or by emailing: kathryn.grant@mnsu.edu
