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Overseas Coverage
Important Facts about Overseas Coverage
- Some plans pay Overseas providers as Preferred Providers.
- Most overseas providers require payment "up front".
- Some services are "accepted practice" overseas but would be considered experimental or investigational by FEHB plans.
- See Section 7 of the plan brochure for information about filing an overseas claim.
Nationwide Fee-for-Service Plans Open to All
| Plan Name | English Translation | Currency Conversion | Assistance Program | Special Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APWU | You provide | You provide | ||
| BCBS | Plan provides | Plan provides | 24-hour Worldwide Assistance Center | Some overseas hospitals accept Plan allowances. |
| GEHA | You provide | You provide | Overseas providers and DOD facilities are considered as PPO. | |
| Mail Handlers | You provide | Plan provides | Overseas providers and DoD facilities are considered as PPO. | |
| NALC | You provide | You provide | ||
| Postmasters | You provide | You provide |
Nationwide Fee-for-Service Plans Open Only to Specific Groups
| Plan Name | English Translation | Currency Conversion | Assistance Program | Special Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Association | You provide | You provide | ||
| Foreign Service * See below | Plan provides | Plan provides if you do not provide | Overseas Provider Benefit | |
| Panama Canal | You provide | You provide | ||
| Rural Carriers | Plan provides | Plan provides | Worldwide Assistance | |
| SAMBA | You provide | You provide | Overseas Travel Benefit |
- The Foreign Service Plan has direct billing arrangements with hospitals in Brazil, China, Columbia, Germany, Italy, Korea, and Panama. They have a fast track payment process if you are posted in Korea. Contact the Plan for more information.
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