University Human Resource Services
Retirees PPO $900 Deductible
Medical Services
This plan is available to all eligible Indiana University employees and Retirees under age 65, regardless of area of residence. When network providers are used, participants receive full benefits. Partial benefits are received from non-network providers, except in the case of an emergency. Network providers include Anthem Blue Access PPO providers in Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky and BCBS Blue Card providers in other states.
Things you can do…
- See the IU PPO $900 Deductible Plan At-a-Glance for information about services, copays, and deductibles.
- Contact the plan administrator, Anthem, at 800-345-2460 or visit the Anthem Web site for questions about coverage, claims, and provider networks.
- Locate a network medical provider by consulting the Anthem Provider Directory.
- Obtain information about precertification of a medical procedure by calling Anthem Utilization Review at 800-345-4348.
- Get coverage when out-of-state or overseas.
Prescription Drugs (Rx)
Prescription drugs are obtained from a participating pharmacy. Participants are responsible for copays at the time of service. Participating pharmacies include most retail pharmacy chains and some independent stores. Mail order prescriptions are also available from Anthem Prescription Direct at 800-962-8192.
Things you can do…
- See the IU PPO $900 Deductible Plan At-a-Glance for information about prescription copays and deductibles.
- Call 800-345-2460 for questions about coverage, network pharmacy locations, and services.
- Call 800-962-8192 to check on the status of mail order prescriptions.
- View Anthem Prescription for on-line pharmacy information.
- Print the claim form from Anthem Prescription.
Mental Health and Chemical Dependency
IU PPO $900 Deductible offers full benefits from Indiana University Psychiatric Management (IUPM) and partial benefits from out-of-network providers. All services must have prior authorization by IUPM in order to be covered.
Things you can do…
- See the IU PPO $900 Deductible Plan At-a-Glance for information about copays and deductibles.
- Contact IUPM for questions about coverage, providers, and claims.
- Request prior authorization of treatment by contacting IUPM.
- Select a mental health professional from the IUPM Provider Network (click the Search for a Provider link).
- Print the ID card: Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Coverage.
- In case of an emergency: Contact IUPM or obtain care from the nearest qualified mental health professional, who must then call IUPM within 24 hours of care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Click here for Questions and Answers about the IU PPO $900 Deductible plan.
For all plans, to access information on background and licensing of individual doctors, nurses, chiropractors and pharmacists, call Indiana Health Professions Bureau (toll free) 888-333-7515.

