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MPI HEALTH BENEFIT PLAN
ADDITIONS
IN THE LAST 5 YEARS
These gains were achieved outside the negotiation process as part of management of the MPI plans, which is overseen by union-side and management side trustees.
Behavioral health virtual visits through Optum
2019
NaturallySlim, anOnline Weight Loss Program
Lowered the Co-Payment for Preventative Vaccinations Administered at Pharmacies
Reduced the Co-Payment for Telemedicine through LiveHealth Online
Allowed Comprehensive Physical Exams to be Performed Outside the UCLA-MPTF Health Centers For Participants Living in Los Angeles County with $100 Co-Payment and 10% Coinsurance
Special COVID-19-Related Benefits
2021
Established the Motion Picture Preferred Provider (“MP3”) Network of providers
Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) to treat autism spectrum disorder
Urine drug screens under certain circumstances
Cardiac CT scans for coronary calcium score
Frame allowance increased to $200 every other calendar year
Optum’s Talkspace available
Travel expense reimbursement for covered services restricted in certain states
Quit Genius for smoking cessation
Speech therapy for dysphonia with a diagnosis of gender dysphoria
Special COVID-19-Related Benefits
2018
Bariatric Surgery in Accordance with Anthem Blue Cross Guidelines
Specialized Infant Formula
Elective Terminations of Pregnancy for Covered Dependent Children
Dental Implants Needed for Covered Dependent Children
2020
Specialty prescription drugs available at retail locations (not limited to mail-order)
Restored Sutter Health to In-Network
Conscious sedation for dental procedures
Dental sealants
Special COVID-19-Related Benefits
2022
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