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GeoBlue for Employees

International Health Insurance for Employees

色控传媒 faculty and staff who travel internationally for university business are automatically enrolled in 色控传媒’s business traveler insurance plan through BlueCross BlueShield Global Solutions, previously known as GeoBlue. This coverage offers international health insurance for eligible employees and their dependents while traveling on university business.

University business refers to travel that supports 色控传媒 duties and is funded by operational or grant money. Examples include:

  • Conferences and data collection
  • Research or teaching assignments
  • Recruitment, site visits, or student trips abroad

Who Is Covered

Eligible

  • Benefits-eligible faculty, staff, post-docs, fellows
  • Spouse, partner, or unmarried dependents traveling with you

Special cases (approval required from Risk Management)

  • Adjunct faculty, part-time staff, athletic trainers, faith leaders leading NU groups

Not covered

  • McGaw residents, independent contractors, volunteers, adjunct/emeritus employees, visiting international scholars
  • Employees permanently based abroad

Coverage Overview

Highlights include:

  • Medical coverage up to $250,000 per trip (up to 180 days) for routine and emergency care
  • No deductible; no cost to the unit or department if traveler meets eligibility criteria
  • Emergency medical and security evacuation

For full details, consult the Employee Member Guide  or the Certificate of Coverage.

Before You Travel

  1. Register once before traveling by visiting . Enter employee access code QHG9999NWBTY and use your 色控传媒 email to download the employee ID card.
  2. Download the mobile app to find doctors, hospitals, and pharmacies abroad.
  3. Use the BCBS Global Solutions app to schedule appointments, set up direct pay, or access telemedicine.
  4. Check medication restrictions on the Traveling with Medications webpage.

Emergencies and Claims

  • In an emergency, go to the nearest hospital or clinic, then refer to Emergencies Abroad.
  • For routine care, use the mobile app or website for providers and direct billing.
  • If you pay up front: submit a reimbursement for care by email.

Visa Letters

If proof of insurance is required for a visa:

  • Email: visaletters@geo-blue.com
  • Include: full name (as in passport), date of birth, destination(s), travel dates, and group code QHG9999NWBTY
  • Processing time: 3 business days

Questions