How to get the tests reimbursed?

According to the Department of Health & Human Services, beginning January 15, 2022, individuals with private health insurance coverage or covered by a group health plan who purchase an over-the-counter COVID-19 diagnostic test authorized, cleared, or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will be able to have those test costs covered by their plan or insurance.

Insurance companies and health plans are required to cover 8 free over-the-counter at-home tests per covered individual per month.

You can find out from your plan or insurer on how to submit a claim to your insurance company for reimbursement. The following list shows information your plan or insurer may require when submitting a claim for iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test. 

1. UPC Code: 856362005890
2. NDC Code: 56362-0005-89
3. TAX ID (EIN): 80-0664152
4. NPI: 1710514476
5. Address: iHealth Labs, Inc., 150C Charcot Ave, San Jose, CA 95131
6. Receipt showing the date of purchase and testing kit charges

Please note that you have to contact your insurance company for the detailed reimbursement policy. If you need any other supporting documents in addition to the above listed information, please send an email to support@ihealthlabs.com

For more questions regarding insurance coverage on the cost of at-home COVID-19 tests, please visit: 

https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2022/01/10/biden-harris-administration-requires-insurance-companies-group-health-plans-to-cover-cost-at-home-covid-19-tests-increasing-access-free-tests.html

December 1, 2021 | Comments Off