Is CareFirst an HMO?

CareFirst offers a variety of plan types (HMO, POS, PPO). Congressional National plans have PPO or Advantage in the plan name. National plans are the best option if you or your family live or work outside Washington, D.C., Maryland or Northern Virginia. Congressional Regional plans have Plus or HMO in the plan name.

Is CareFirst BlueChoice a PPO or HMO?

The FCPS BlueChoice Advantage plan utilizes CareFirst’s BlueChoice HMO and BluePreferred PPO provider networks, and also the national BlueCross BlueShield BlueCard PPO provider network. Members do not need referrals to see specialists. Vision benefits are provided through CareFirst’s partnership with Davis Vision.

Is Blue Cross the same as CareFirst?

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is the shared business name of CareFirst of Maryland, Inc. and Group Hospitalization and Medical Services, Inc. CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and CareFirst BlueChoice, Inc. are both independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

What states does CareFirst cover?

The CareFirst service area includes: Maryland, District of Columbia, the cities of Alexandria and Fairfax, the town of Vienna, Arlington County, the areas of Fairfax and Prince William Counties in Virginia lying east of Route 123.

Can you use CareFirst out of state?

Whether you need care here in the United States or abroad, you’ll have access to health care in more than 190 countries. When you’re outside of the CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and CareFirst BlueChoice, Inc.

What insurance company is CareFirst?

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS) is a not-for-profit healthcare company that serves individuals in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and some parts of Northern Virginia. CareFirst’s plan offerings include medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage.

Can I use my CareFirst out of state?