Anthem Bcbs Otc Catalog 2022 (2024)

FAQs

Can I use my Anthem OTC card at Walmart? ›

You can also order products online, by phone, or by mail exclusively through our OTC partner, NationsBenefits, and get them delivered to your home at no additional cost. Please note: Your Benefits Prepaid Card is not accepted at online retailers like Walmart.com, but in-store purchases are accepted.

The Anthem Benefits Prepaid Card

You can use the card to easily access the allowances that come with your plan. It can help cover dental, vision, and hearing services and other expenses like groceries, over-the-counter items, utility bills, and more.

How do I use my OTC benefit card at Walgreens? Your OTC benefit card can be used online and in-store. You may use it online during checkout and save it as a payment method to your Walgreens.com account.

Yes. As long as you are an active member, your OTC Card will automatically reload on the first day of every quarter (January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1). You have the full three months to use your benefit amount. Be aware that any balance remaining at the end of a quarter does not roll over to the next quarter.

Examples of approved food items are fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, seafood, eggs, dairy, rice, pasta, beans, and much more.

Approved items include fruits & vegetables, meats, dairy & more.

You can also get everyday items like laundry detergent, soap and toothbrushes.

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What does the OTC card not cover? A Medicare plan with an OTC allowance typically does not cover prescription medications, alcohol, tobacco products, cosmetics or items for general household use. Additionally, it usually cannot be used to purchase gift cards or pay for services such as doctor visits and lab tests.

You can use your card to buy things like: Food and fresh groceries, like meat, vegetables, and canned goods. Everyday items, like toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant and shaving cream. Household goods, like laundry detergent, paper towels and tissues.

What items are covered by the OTC card in 2024? ›

Categories of covered OTC items include generic and brand-name products for allergy, sinus, cold and flu; pain relief; home health care and daily living, including bathroom safety items; supports, braces and wraps; dental and oral health; eye and ear care; first aid; smoking cessation; diabetes care; foot care; ...

Your provider needs to approve your request for the OTC item. You also need a prescription from your provider to get your OTC items. OTC prescriptions must be filled at a network pharmacy to be covered by the Plan. Without a prescription from your provider, OTC items will not be covered by the Plan.

You can also ask for cash back. Use a HigherOne ATM to withdraw funds. $500 withdrawal limit per day.

Your OTC benefit helps you save money on a wide range of over-the-counter health and wellness products. You can use your benefit amount to purchase products such as pain relief, first aid, cold and allergy medicine, dental care items and more. Check your OTC catalog for the list of items covered by your benefit.

Once you have logged in, go to the “Locations” tab at the top right-hand side and select the “OTC Bill Payment” option. Select your service provider from the drop-down menu. Enter your name, service provider account number and zip code. Enter the amount you wish to pay using your OTC funds in the appropriate field.

Simply follow the prompts to finalize your purchase using your OTC funds. Congratulations! You've conquered the self-checkout lane with your OTC card. Now, take a moment to bask in the warm glow of digital victory and the delightful (or maybe slightly terrifying) receipt that emerges from the machine.

OTC items are not eligible for reimbursem*nt if they are normally used for general health, are not used to treat a medical condition (e.g. toothpaste, mouthwash, lotion, shampoo) or are cosmetic in nature (e.g. teeth whitening products, wrinkle reducers). See additional examples in the OTC Chart.