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The International Student and Scholar Accident and Sickness Insurance Plan is endorsed by the
University of Houston-Downtown for Students Enrolled in the English Language Institute |
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| General Information: |
| Take the time to read and understand the policy prior to enrollment including exclusions, pre-existing condition clause and coverage limitations. |
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The student must first use the resources of Student Health Services where treatment will be administered or an outside medical referral will be issued. |
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Be responsible for your healthcare. Know what to do in the event of a medical emergency or how to obtain urgent healthcare when Student Health Services is closed. |
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Most fees for Student Health Services are billed directly to the insurance company for students who are enrolled in the Plan. Payment of co-pays, and non-eligible expenses are due at the time of service. |
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Examples of non-eligible services: |
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| • Routine Pap Smear |
| • Routine STD Screening |
| • Routine Lab Screening (cholesterol, glucose, etc.) |
| • Non-Oral Contraceptives |
| • Immunizations |
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See plan for a complete list of exclusions |
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Patient information and authorization forms must be on file with Student Health Services for all students enrolled in the Student Health Insurance Program. |
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The English Language Institute will provide this paperwork when you enroll in the Plan. |
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| Brochure and Enrollment Information: |
| Please read brochure prior to enrollment, including eligibility requirements, exclusions and pre-existing condition limitations. |
| A copy of this brochure is available from the English Language Institute or you can download a printable version. |
| Insurance waiver information is available from the English Language Institute. |
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Premiums • Benefits Coverage • Claims |
| Premium Office: |
MACORI, INC. |
P.O. Box 2478 |
Spring, TX 77383-2478 |
(281) 651-8787 |
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| Claims Office: |
MACORI ADMINISTRATION |
DBA Makin Management Corp. |
19609 Wied |
Spring, TX 77388 |
Inside Houston: (281) 651-8787 |
Outside Houston: (800) 285-8133 |
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| Prescription Medications: |
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Prescription coverage is limited to medications available from the Student Health Services Pharmacy (Antibiotics and Oral Contraceptives), In-Hospital medications and Mandated Benefits covered medication. |
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| Medical Emergencies: |
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Student Health Services is an ambulatory facility and not equipped as an emergency facility. |
| On-Campus Medical Emergencies: |
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Come to Student Health Services or contact the UH-Downtown Police Department by using a Emergency Call Box or calling 713-221-8911. |
| Off-Campus Medical Emergencies: |
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Call 9-1-1 or go to a local emergency room. St. Luke's Hospital is recommended by the Student Health Insurance Plan. |
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Read and understand the plan's provisions for medical emergencies, your responsibilities and required notification procedures. |
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Know the emergency room or urgent care center in your area that is covered under the insurance plan. |
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