At-Home COVID-19 Tests - SBMA Benefits

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Effective January 15, 2022, insurance companies and group health plans are required to cover the cost of eligible over-the-counter (OTC), at-home COVID-19 diagnostic tests authorized by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This requirement excludes tests required as a condition of your employment and/or as mandated by your employer. Active members enrolled in eligible self-insured health plans administered by Staff Benefits Management and Administrators (SBMA) will have the opportunity to recuperate out-of-pocket costs of over-the-counter (OTC), at-home COVID-19 diagnostic tests, with conditions and limitations, through submission of manual reimbursement claim form requests. To request free testing kits with no reimbursement, please visit https://special.usps.com/testkits.

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Q: Can I get free testing kits with no out-of-pocket cost?

A: Yes. You can order free testing kits to be shipped directly to your home at no cost by visiting https://special.usps.com/testkits

Q: What testing kits are eligible for reimbursement?

A: All FDA approved self-diagnostic testing kits purchased on or after January 15, 2022, for individual use, or for use by a covered individual under your plan, are eligible for reimbursement. Please note testing kits purchased for employment purposes, intended for resale, or for use by individuals not covered by your plan are not eligible for reimbursement.

Q: What if I purchased tests before January 15, 2022?

A: This new policy went into effect on January 15, 2022, so any tests purchased prior to that date are not eligible for reimbursement.

Q: Why can’t I get reimbursement for tests used for employment?

A: The policy specifically states it is not intended for employment use of any kind. Employers subjecting employees to mandatory testing must provide access to testing at no cost through alternative means.

Q: How can I receive reimbursement for testing kits?

A: Purchase a FDA approved testing kit from a retail store or online vendor, make sure to keep your original purchase receipt and testing kit packaging, then contact SBMA’s Customer Service team at (888) 505-7724 to request a special claim form. Once you receive the claim form, mail the completed claim form and all required supporting documentation to the address listed on the form.

Q: Why do I have to submit claims for each testing kit?

A: For medical management and data collection purposes, a claim form must be submitted for each testing kit or pack of testing kits so SBMA can provide detailed and accurate reporting.

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