Volume 1 Issue 7 February 2012 New IU65 plan rate-up tier expands range of premium options Based on your feedback, BCBSAZ implemented a new rate-up
BCBS of AZ Introduces New Plans Effective 10/01/2010
Effective October 1st, 2010 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona has launched a new suite of plans. The new suite is streamlined, offering the most popular plan designs and features, and is designed to be easier for you to understand.
BlueOptimum Plus
Richest benefits
BlueValue Plus
Balance between benefits/ premium
BlueEssential Plus
Lowest premium
BluePortfolio Plus
HSA‐qualified
BlueOptimum Plus is a richer benefit PPO plan, with 80% coinsurance and unlimited office visits at copay. BlueOptimum Plus offers a four‐tier pharmacy benefit ($15/40/70/125) with no pharmacy deductible. Available at eight deductible levels, from $250 to $10,000.
