Transition back to Regular Medical Coverage Benefits for COVID-19 Effective May 29, 2021
May 21, 2021
As part of the state’s comprehensive response to COVID-19, the State Employee Health Plan has made a change to the coverage of benefits related to COVID-19.
All members will receive a copy of this notice through their preferred email address that was provided through the Member Administration Portal (MAP) during open enrollment.
IMPORTANT UPDATE:
Effective May 29, 2021, your SEHP medical benefits will begin covering COVID-related services according to the REGULAR provisions of your medical coverage. COVID-related services will be subject to all copays, deductibles and coinsurance provisions when received from network and non-network providers.
The SEHP will continue to cover the following related to COVID-19:
- COVID-19 Tests are available for all state employees, all employees of active Non State employers, and all spouses and dependents over 10 years of age covered by the State Employee Health Plan at the HealthQuest Health Center in Topeka. Curbside testing is available by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, please call 785-783-4080.
- COVID-19 Tests are also available at no cost through the public health response effort. Statewide locations for testing are available here.
- COVID-19 Vaccinations will continue to be covered at 100% as a preventive care service. Visit the CDC's Vaccine Finder for locations near you.
Should you have any questions, please contact the State Employee Health Plan at SEHPBenefits@ks.gov.
