Oklahoma Department of Human Services
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317:45-11-10. O-EPIC IP benefits
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Revised 4-1-07

 

(a) All O-EPIC IP benefits are subject to rules delineated in OAC 317:30 except as specifically set out in this Section.

(b) A PCP referral is required to see any other provider with the exception of the following services:

  • (1) behavioral health services;
  • (2) prenatal and obstetrical supplies and services, meaning prenatal care, delivery and 60 days of postpartum care;
  • (3) family planning supplies and services, meaning an office visit for a comprehensive family planning evaluation, including obtaining a Pap smear;
  • (4) women's routine and preventive health care services;
  • (5) emergency medical condition as defined in OAC 317:30-3-1; and
  • (6) services delivered to American Indians at Indian Health Service, tribal, or urban Indian clinics.

(c) O-EPIC IP covered benefits, limits, and applicable co-payments are listed in this subsection.  In addition to the benefit-specific limits, there is a maximum lifetime benefit of $1,000,000.  Coverage includes:

  • (1) Anesthesia / Anesthesiologist Standby.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-7.  Eligible services are covered for covered illness or surgery including services provided by a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).
  • (2) Blood and Blood Products.  Processing, storage, and administration of blood and blood products in inpatient and outpatient settings.
  • (3) Chelation Therapy.  Covered for heavy metal poisoning only.
  • (4) Diagnostic X-ray, including Ultrasound.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-22(b)(2).  PCP referral is required.  Standard radiology (X-ray or Ultrasound): $0 co-pay.  Specialized scanning and imaging (MRI, MRA, PET, or CAT Scan); $25 co-pay per scan.
  • (5) Emergency Room Treatment, services and supplies for treatment in an emergency.  Contracted provider services are subject to a $30 co-pay per occurrence.  The emergency room co-pay will be waived if the member is admitted to the hospital or death occurs before admission.
  • (6) Inpatient Hospital Benefits.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-41, 317:30-5-47 and 317:30-5-95; $50 co-pay per admission.
  • (7) Preventive Office Visit.  For services of evaluation and medical management (wellness exam); one visit per year with a $10 co-pay.  This visit counts as an office visit.
  • (8) Office Visits/Specialist Visits.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-9, 317:30-5-10, and 317:30-5-11.  For services of evaluation and medical management; up to four visits are covered per month; PCP referral required for specialist visits; $10 co-pay per visit.
  • (9) Outpatient Hospital/Facility Services.
    • (A) Includes hospital surgery services in an approved outpatient facility including outpatient services and diagnostic services.  Prior authorization required for certain procedures; $25 co-pay per visit.
    • (B) Therapeutic radiology or chemotherapy on an outpatient basis without limitation to the number of treatments per month for persons with proven malignancies or opportunistic infections; $10 co-pay per visit.
  • (10) Maternity (Obstetric).  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-22.  Nursery care paid separately under eligible child; $50 inpatient hospital co-pay.
  • (11) Laboratory/Pathology.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-20;  $0 co-pay.
  • (12) Mammogram (Radiological or Digital).  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-901; $0 co-pay.
  • (13) Immunizations for Adults.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-2;  $10 co-pay per immunization.
  • (14) Assistant Surgeon.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-8.
  • (15) Dialysis, Kidney dialysis, and services and supplies, either at home or in a facility; $0 co-pay.
  • (16) Oral Surgery.  Services are limited to the removal of tumors or cysts; Inpatient Hospital $50 or Outpatient Hospital/Facility; $25 co-pay applies.
  • (17) Mental Health Treatment (Inpatient).  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-95.1;  $50 co-pay per admission.
  • (18) Mental Health Treatment (Outpatient).  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-241; $10 co-pay per visit.
  • (19) Substance Abuse Treatment (Outpatient).  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-241; $10 co-pay per visit.
  • (20) Durable Medical Equipment and Supplies.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5, Part 17.  A PCP referral and prior authorization is required for certain items.  DME/Supplies are covered up to a $15,000 annual maximum; exceptions from the annual DME limit are diabetic supplies, oxygen, home dialysis, and parenteral therapy; $5 co-pay for durable/non-durable supplies and $25 co-pay for durable medical equipment.
  • (21) Diabetic Supplies.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5, Part 17; not subject to $15,000 annual DME limit; $5 co-pay per perscription.
  • (22) Oxygen.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5, Part 17; not subject to $15,000 annual DME limit; $5 co-pay per month.
  • (23) Pharmacy.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-72.1 and 317:30-5-72.  Prenatal vitamins and smoking cessation products do not count against monthly prescription limits; $5/$10 co-pay per prescription.
  • (24) Smoking Cessation Products.  Products do not count against monthly prescription limits.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-77.2; $5/$10 co-pay per product.
  • (25) Nutrition Services.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-1076; $10 co-pay per visit.
  • (26) External Breast Prosthesis, Bras and Prosthetic Garments.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5, Part 17; $25 co-pay per prosthesis.
  • (27) Surgery.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-8;  $50 co-pay per inpatient admission and $25 co-pay per outpatient visit.
  • (28) Home Dialysis.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5, Part 17; not subject to $15,000 annual DME limit; $0 co-pay.
  • (29) Parenteral Therapy.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5, Part 17; not subject to $15,000 annual DME limit;  $25 co-pay per month.
  • (30) Family Planning Services and Supplies, including Sterilizations.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-3-57; $0 co-pay.
  • (31) Home Health Medications, Intravenous (IV) Therapy and Supplies.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-211(a)(3)(D)(i) and 317:30-5-41(2)(J)(iii).
  • (32) Ultraviolet Treatment-Actinotherapy.
  • (33) Fundus photography.
  • (34) Perinatal dental care for pregnant women.  Covered in accordance with OAC 317:30-5-696; $0 co-pay.