Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19)
Medical Plan Updates: 07/12/2021
Kaiser Permanente (Kaiser):
- Through July 31, 2021, Kaiser will continue to waive member out-of-pocket costs for COVID-19 treatments, related to a positive COVID-19 diagnosis.
- Walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations are now available at most Kaiser vaccination sites. For locations and times, visit https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/southern-california/health-wellness/coronavirus-information/covid-vaccine/vaccine-availability.html
- Kaiser reminded members to join their ImmUNITY Sweepstakes, which rewards vaccinated members and individuals vaccinated at a Kaiser facility by July 9, 2021, with a chance to win trips, healthy meal delivery, fitness equipment, and gym memberships. For additional information, visit kp.org/covidvaccine.
- Kaiser is now offering COVID-19 saliva home collection kits. To order a testing kit, members will first need to check their eligibility and complete an e-visit.
- Members that received their COVID-19 vaccinations outside of a Kaiser facility can now log into kp.org and place a “COVID-19 Vaccine Card” e-visit, to update their vaccination status on their Kaiser medical record.
Cigna:
- With the intent of providing members with factual information from trusted, reliable sources to address COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy, and assist members with making the best decision for themselves and their families, Cigna shared six videos concerning the development and safety of the COVID-19 vaccines and a flyer noting the effectiveness, safety, protection, and availability of the COVID-19 vaccines.
UnitedHealthCare: No new updates
Anthem Blue Cross: No update provided
Helpful Links:
- COVID Vaccine Flyer
- Kaiser Permanente COVID-19 Vaccine Safety and Effectiveness
- Kaiser-Permanente COVID-19 Vaccine Overview
- Vaccines – Myths vs Facts
- Vaccine Flyer
- COVID-19 Vaccines
- Essential Workers COVID Testing
- Covid-19 Vaccine FAQs
- Office Work Site Tool-Kit
- Work from Home
- Ways to Ease Stress and Anxiety
- Customer Testing
- Sydney Care
- Anthem EAP Resources
- Testing Flyer
- FFCRA Packet
- Healthy Lifestyle Programs
- Employee Program
- How to get the care you need
- Return to Worksite
- CIGNA Special Coverage
- FAQs on Leave of Absence
- Mask Etiquette
- Mental Health Toolkit
- Social Health Resources
- United Healthcare FAQs
- COVID-19 Study
- Weekly Summary (5/8/2020)
- Member Updates
- Work at Home Tips
- Webinars for COLA
- Manage Stress and Anxiety
- Stress Management
- Covid-19 Resources
- My Strength Flyer
- Member Education Flyer
- Sydney Care Flyer
- Telehealth
- Kaiser Permanente
Archive Links:
- 03-16-2020
- 03-30-2020
- 04-06-2020
- 04-13-2020
- 04-20-2020
- 05-07-2020
- 06-22-2020
- 06-29-2020
- 07-13-2020
- 07-20-2020
- 07-27-2020
- 08-10-2020
- 08-17-2020
- 08-24-2020
- 08-31-2020
- 09-08-2020
- 09-22-2020
- 10-05-2020
- 10-20-2020
- 11-16-2020
- 11-23-2020
- 12-07-2020
- 12-21-2020
- 01-11-2021
- 02-01-2021
- 02-16-2021
- 02-22-2021
- 03-01-2021
- 03-21-2021
- 04-12-2021
- 04-19-2021
- 05-24-2021
- 06-07-2021
- 06-21-2021
- 06-28-2021
The Department of Human Resources (DHR) works closely with the County-sponsored medical plans available to our employees, and receives regular updates concerning the COVID-19 crisis. Watch this page for weekly news, as well as any urgent updates on how to get treatment and new recommendations concerning social distancing, self-quarantine, and more.