About the over-the-counter (OTC) benefit
All BCBSRI Medicare Advantage members get a debit card loaded with $25-$200/quarter to buy a wide range of health-related items such as cold remedies and personal care items.
Quarterly benefit
| Plan | Benefit |
|---|---|
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Advance (HMO) | $25/quarter |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Core (HMO) | $75/quarter |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Value (HMO-POS) | $60/quarter |
| Standard with Drugs (HMO) | $75/quarter |
| HealthMate for Medicare (PPO) | $75/quarter |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Extra (HMO-POS) | $75/quarter |
| Plus (HMO) | $100/quarter |
| Preferred (HMO-POS) | $100/quarter |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Value (HMO-POS) ACCESS Program | $200/quarter |
| BlueRI for Duals (HMO D-SNP) | $275/quarter |
Three easy ways to use the OTC benefit
Once you receive your OTC debit card, you can redeem your benefit any of the following ways:
In-person
Use the debit card at the following national retail stores:
- Walmart
- Dollar General
- Family Dollar
- Rite Aid
- Walgreens
- CVS Pharmacy®
You also can download the NationsOTC app* and scan products in stores to determine eligibility and check your card balance.
Online
Members can log in to the OTC site. Select products, add to basket, and checkout. Items will be shipped to you at no cost.
Phone
Members also can order products over the phone. Items will be shipped to you at no cost.
Important tips and guidelines
- You will receive your online order within 2-5 business days.
- Unused benefits do not roll over to the next benefit period. You cannot exceed your quarterly benefit amount.
- Get more from your OTC benefit and shop around. Prices, brands, and items vary from store to store. Purchases made online or by phone using the catalog may also be different than what you find in stores.
*Download the app from the App Store or Google Play. Apple and the Apple logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Google Play is a trademark of Google Inc