Important Federal Employee and Postal Service Health Benefits Information

Hutchinson Clinic is honored to support our Federal Employees. Your dedication to public service inspires us, and we are here to ensure that you receive the highest standard of care.

We remain committed to helping you through this difficult transition.

Please read our frequently asked questions below and/or call our Patient Advocacy Center at (620) 669-2577.

In the meantime, please review our Federal Employee Frequently asked questions below:  

Who is affected?

Both current and retired employees enrolled with the Federal Employee Program Blue Cross Blue Shield Plans are affected.

Is my Medicare coverage effected?

No, Hutchinson Clinic will still accept the Medicare rates and coverage as an in network provider. Patients will not be billed more than what Medicare and their secondary plan allows.  

What does this mean if I keep my Blue Cross Blue Shield plan?

Please review your out-of-network plan benefits carefully as your out of pocket costs may change.

All patients can refer to our general BCBS information page at https://www.hutchclinic.com/blue-cross-blue-shield-communication for more information.

Is Hutchinson Clinic in network with any of the Federal Employee Benefits Plans?

Yes, Hutchinson Clinic is in network with the United Health Care, Aetna, and Cigna plans offered by Federal Employee Health Benefits Programs.

Will I lose my Federal Employee Health Retired Benefits if I switch insurance carriers?

No, All patients eligible for Federal Employee Health Benefits can switch plans or insurance carriers during open enrollment.

Where can I learn more about my insurance enrollment options?

Contact the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM):

All Retired Employees can get more information by calling (888) 767-6738

All Current Employees can get more information from their servicing personnel-payroll office.

Please call our Patient Advocacy Center at (620) 669-2577 with any additional questions.