AHS State Network
The AHS State Network (Network) is a network of medical providers and hospitals within the State. The Network is exclusively available only to Plan participants and is responsible for recruiting, credentialing and communicating with providers. Providers participating in the Network agree to accept the allowable charges established by the Network and agree to file claims on behalf of participants receiving their services.
Note: It is important for participants to verify provider participation in the Network before receiving services. While participants may choose to receive services from out-of-network providers, using network providers gives participants the maximum benefits available under the Plan. Participants choosing to use out-of-network providers are responsible for paying any fees charged over the allowable charge, in addition to paying a higher annual deductible (for those participants under Select Coverage) and higher coinsurance amounts for covered services.
BlueCard® Program
BlueCard® is a national program offered through the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, an association of independent, locally owned Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies that enables participants to obtain network health care services while traveling or living outside of Mississippi. Through BlueCard®, participants have access to a national network of Blue Cross and Blue Shield contracted health care providers.
Participants have access to the BlueCard® Program across the country. This seamless program affords participants the ability to use any Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BlueCard®) network providers in any location.