Extended stays out of state
In the event you need services while you are temporarily living outside of Michigan but within the United States, you should call BlueCard’s 24-hour telephone line at 1-800-810-BLUE (2583) to locate a participating provider in the area where you will be located. You can also visit BlueCard’s Web site to view a list of BlueCard participating providers.
Your coverage includes routine, urgent and follow-up care while on extended stays outside of Michigan. In the event of an emergency, in the United States go to the nearest hospital emergency room or call 911. Outside of the United States go to the nearest hospital emergency room. You may be asked to pay at the time you receive care. We will reimburse you if the situation meets our criteria for emergency care. Get an itemized bill and any medical records you can obtain to expedite payment. To be reimbursed, use our Member Reimbursement form (1,272K PDF). Be sure to include:
- An itemized bill
- Original proof of payment
- The treatment record or emergency report
- The name and dosage of any prescription drug as well as the original prescription receipt
Send the completed form and all supporting materials to:
Blue Care Network
P.O. Box 68767
Grand Rapids, MI 49516-8767
page modified 09/23/2011