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To: All Employees Who Have the Excellus Blue Cross/Blue Shield Plan

Attached is an information sheet to assist you regarding the COVID-19 Over the Counter Test Kits.

Your plan will cover up to eight (8) Over-the-Counter COVID-19 diagnostic antigen rapid home tests per 30-day period for each person covered under your plan. Tests must be approved, cleared, or authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Each test kit is reimbursable at up to $12.00 per test. You can only get reimbursed for tests purchased on January 15, 2022 or later.

Test kits for the Broome County health plan are covered under your pharmacy benefit. If you have any questions, please contact Colleen Culverwell at +1 (607) 778-5240 or culverwellcm@sunybroome.edu.

FAQs for Employees about Coverage for COVID At-Home Test Kits (pdf)

Submitted by: Human Resources Office