How to use your 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.
Your plan's quarterly benefit
| Plan | Benefit |
|---|---|
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Advance (HMO) | $25/quarter |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Core (HMO) | $50/quarter |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Value (HMO-POS) | $60/quarter |
| Standard with Drugs (HMO) | $75/quarter |
| HealthMate for Medicare (PPO) | $100/quarter |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Extra (HMO-POS) | $100/quarter |
| Plus (HMO) | $100/quarter |
| Preferred (HMO-POS) | $100/quarter |
| BlueCHiP for Medicare Value (HMO-POS) ACCESS Program | $200/quarter |
Three easy ways to use your OTC benefit
Once you receive your OTC debit card, you can redeem your benefit any of the following ways:
You can 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 OTC Network app* and scan products in stores to determine eligibility and check your card balance.
Log in to nationsotc.com/BCBSRI with your 19-digit card number. Select products, add to basket, and checkout. Items will be shipped to you at no cost.
Call 1-866-304-2138 to order products over the phone. Items will be shipped to you at no cost. View the OTC catalog
Additional program 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.
Questions?
Call nationsOTC at 1-866-304-2138.
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