Health
Placer County provides group health insurance through Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) and Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs). If health insurance is not needed, you may select In Lieu of Health (ILH). HMOs generally pay 100% of the cost of care, after a co-payment. You are required to use in-network providers. Your care is coordinated through a designated Primary Care Physician.
Health Plan Comparison Tool & Resources
Choosing your health plan is an important decision. Log into your myCalPERS account to explore your health plan options. Verify that your healthcare provider will accept the CalPERS plan you are electing. If you do not have an account, it takes only minutes to create one. This will allow you to access customized health information. MyCalPERS has tools and resources to help you with your health insurance provider decisions.
CalPERS Health Forms & Guides
- Anthem HMOs & PPOs
- Blue Shield HMOs
- Kaiser Permanente HMO
- United Healthcare HMO
- Western Health Advantage HMO
- Eligible Opt-Out of Health
The following videos provide information about Anthem HMOs and PPOs
Resources
- Anthem Select HMO Summary of Benefits (PDF)
- Anthem Select HMO Benefit Guide (PDF)
- Anthem Traditional HMO Summary of Benefits (PDF)
- Anthem Traditional HMO Benefit Guide (PDF)
- CalPERS - PERS Gold PPO Summary of Benefits (PDF)
- CalPERS - PERS Gold PPO Benefit Guide (PDF)
- CalPERS - PERS Platinum PPO Summary of Benefits (PDF)
- CalPERS - PERS Platinum PPO Benefit Guide (PDF)
- PORAC PPO
Still Have Questions?
https://www.anthem.com/ca/calpers/
CalPERS PPO Members
Call (877) 737-7776
TDD (818) 234-5141
7:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Pacific Time | Monday through Friday
CalPERS HMO Members
Call (855) 839-4524
TDD (818) 234-3547
7:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Pacific Time | Monday through Friday
While not a health plan option, OPTUMRx is the pharmacy care services manager for Anthem Blue Cross.
- OptumRx
- Pharmacy Benefits at a Glance (PDF)
- Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
- Preferred90 Program – Savings with 90-day Supplies (PDF)
OptumRx Cuxtomer Service
1-855-505-8110; 711 TTY
We are excited to share our new tools and resources available for you. Designed so you can choose your health plan with confidence and allowing 24/7 access to our virtual open enrollment resources.
2024 CalPERS Blue Shield of California Benefit Presentation (Active Employees) from Blue Shield of
California on Vimeo.
Important Note: Placer County does not offer the EPO plan listed on Blue Shield's website.
Virtual Open Enrollment Hub
Resources
CalPERS Open Enrollment Videos
How to Chose a Plan that Works for You (PDF)
What makes Blue Shield of California Different
Understanding Copays and Deductibles (PDF)
Pharmacy Information
Virtual Care
Wellness Resources
Mental Health Support
One on One Appointment Scheduler
Still Have Questions?
www.myoptions.blueshieldca.com/calpers
Call (800) 334-5847 or 711 (TTY)
7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Pacific Time | 7 days a week
The following video provides information about Kaiser Permanente and coverage.
Resources
Live Open Enrollment Webinars - Weekly on Wednesdays 11- 11:30 AM PST
One on One Consultation Request Form
Still Have Questions?
Call (800) 305-1220 or 711 (TTY) or Chat
7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Pacific Time | 7 days a week
Existing members
Call (800) 464-4000
The following video presentation summarizes the key points you should know about UHC. Watch this to learn more about your options with UHC as a CalPERS member.
Resources
Still Have Questions?
https://whyuhc.com/CalPERS
Member General Materials
Basic members
Call (877) 359-3714
7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Pacific Time | 7 days a week
While not a health plan option, OPTUMRx is the pharmacy care services manager for Anthem Blue Cross.
- OptumRx
- Pharmacy Benefits at a Glance (PDF)
- Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
- Preferred90 Program – Savings with 90-day Supplies (PDF)
The following video presentation summarizes the key points you should know about WHA. Watch this to learn more about your options with WHA as a CalPERS member.
Resources
Western Health Basic Open Enrollment Booklet
Basic Plan Benefits
Basic Plan Evidence of Coverage
Basic Plan Summary of Benefits Coverage
Still Have Questions?
888.942.7377; 711 TTY
7 a.m. - 8 p.m. Pacific Time | 7 days a week
Email WHAPERS@westernhealth.com or use the Secure Message Center by logging into your MyWHA account and visiting our Contact Us web page. We will respond to your inquiry within one business day.
While not a health plan option, OPTUMRx is the pharmacy care services manager for Anthem Blue Cross.
Placer County provides benefit eligible employees with health insurance coverage through the CalPERS Health Insurance Program. Employees who possess other group health coverage may be eligible to opt-out of the county offered health coverage. If opting-out, you may receive an In-Lieu of Health cash payment. This cannot be earned at the same time the County is responsible for your health premium.
To decline enrollment in the County’s health coverage, you must “Waive” the coverage in Workday during an Open Enrollment period and provide reasonable evidence that you, and any tax dependents, have, or will have minimum essential coverage (other than coverage through the individual market) during the period of coverage to which the opt-out arrangement applies. To initiate the process, access your Workday Inbox and click on the Open Enrollment item, then click on the “Manage” button under Medical, select “Waive,” and continue with the submission process. The Human Resources Department will contact you with providing the documentation needed for proof of coverage.
Human Resources Contact Information
530-889-4089
PCHRDBenefits@placer.ca.gov