Health Insurance
The health insurance plan offered through ITU has coverage dates by academic term, instead of by calendar year, which gives you more flexibility in your coverage. All ITU students must have health insurance coverage, whether purchased through ITU, or through an alternative provider. If you are covered under another insurance plan, you will be required to opt out of the health insurance plan offered through ITU.
Tools
Better Help
Help with depression, anxiety, substance problems and more.
Emergencies: 911
If you are in a life-threatening situations, call 911.
ITU’s Insurance Providers
International Student Insurance
International Student Insurance is a specialized insurance agency selling health and travel insurance to students from around the world.
United Health Care
UnitedHealthcare is an operating division of UnitedHealth Group, the largest single health carrier in the United States. As a recognized leader in the health and well-being industry.
International Student Protection
International Student Protection (ISP) offers competitive, affordable international student health insurance. The short-term accident and sickness medical plans extend protection to international students, scholars, researchers and visitors traveling to the United States, as well as US students studying abroad.
JCB Insurance Services
JCB Insurance Solutions, a Gallagher Company analyzes all aspects of your current program to assess it against industry trends, market conditions and peer institutions to establish a “best practice” comparison.
International Student Organization of America
Since 1958, ISO prides itself on being a pioneer in serving international students with health insurance. As a long established student service provider, ISOA offers a variety of adjustable insurance plans that meet your school requirements as well as government requirements,
Health Insurance Coverage
Health Insurance Coverage is mandatory. Starting from Fall 2020, students will not be enrolled in health insurance through ITU. They should enroll in health insurance or waive the health insurance. All students are required to provide a proof of enrollment or waiving of the insurance coverage from the Respective Insurance providers to the Finance Department prior to enrollment.
General Information
Better Help
Help with depression, anxiety, substance problems and more.
Emergencies: 911
If you are in a life-threatening situations, call 911.
It’s Up to Us
Reaching out for support is the first step to feeling better. If you or a friend you want to help has feelings of depression, anxiety or substance problems, we encourage you to tell someone what you’re going through. Your UnitedHealthcare insurance gives you 24/7 access to BetterHelp, a national virtual counseling service. Communication with licensed professionals is confidential.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
If you have more non-urgent questions, send a ticket to student services for assistance.
There are over 200 providers and facilities regarding mental health within 25 miles of the school. UnitedHealthcare’s search is very detailed and students can specify gender and languages, etc. The resources below are also on UnitedHealthcare’s website for students to access; no login necessary.
- BetterHelp Student Flyer
- Choosing a Provider – EASIEST WAY TO FIND MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
- NurseLine Flyer
- ITU Summary Brochure (discusses mental health benefits)
How health insurance
works in the USA
Medical Care in the US is expensive, and navigating insurance plans can be complicated and hard to understand. In this video from JCB Insurance Solutions, our health insurance broker, you will find out how insurance works in America, how payments happen, where to go depending on the situation you are in, where to get pharmaceuticals, and more.
General Health Insurance info:
Enrollment
New Students: For students who wish to enroll into JCB’s health insurance for the first time, and want to get their insurance card and use the insurance quickly, we usually recommend them to visit www.jcbins.com during the health enrollment and waiver period and enroll themselves into the health insurance, rather than waiting until the waiver period ends.
On the JCB website there are two options after you create an account:
1) Submit a waiver
or
2) Enroll (opt-in) into the health insurance (to get your insurance card sooner).
If you select to enroll into the health insurance, JCB will forward your information to UHC to enroll you immediately.
Continuing Students: Continuing students keep their ID card and need to enroll in the insurance plan through JCB.
Waiver Process:
Waiver Applications must be completed and submitted online through the JCB Insurance portal. Please see more information about the waiver process below.
Please Click The Following Link: www.jcbins.com
Coverage and Waiver Period Dates and Process
Open Enrollment and Waiver Period:
Fall: 7/16/2020 – 10/18/2020
Spring: 11/5/2020 – 2/15/2021
Summer: 3/4/2021 – 6/15/2021
Enrollment and Waiving Applications must be completed through the JCB Insurance portal.
Link for Enrollment and Waiving Process: www.jcbins.com
The cost of coverage includes insurance premium and fees payable to JCB Insurance Solutions.
Your insurance plan must meet the following criteria to waive participation in health insurance plan (which includes but is not limited to):
- Being owned, headquartered, and operated in the United States.
- Provide access to providers within 50 miles of Santa Clara County (Where ITU resides).
- Provide emergency care within 50 miles of ITU.
- Provide coverage for Medical Evacuation and Repatriation.
In place of an insurance card, you may upload an official document onto JCB’s portal that states your full name and the effective date of your insurance.
Waiver Appeals: If your waiver application is denied because your private insurance benefits are not sufficient, you may appeal the denial by calling JCB’s Student Assistance Line at: 408-220-9064 or emailing studentservices@jcbins.com.
Health Insurance During Leave of Absence
- If you are on a regular leave of absence, you will NOT be able to purchase the student health insurance.
- If you are on a school approved medical leave of absence, you will be eligible to enroll in the student health insurance. However, you will only be allowed to purchase one trimester of insurance.
Request Insurance (Breaks & F1 Vacation)
Frequently Asked Questions
Please review the FAQ section below, to ensure that you have all the relevant information on the insurance plan, and submitting the waiver.
What benefits are offered through this insurance plan?
I want to waive participation in the student health insurance plan. How do I know if I qualify for the waiver?
If you want to waive participation in the student health insurance plan, you must complete and submit an Online Waiver application by logging into the JCB Insurance portal and following the Waiver steps.
Do I have to complete a waiver application for each trimester?
Yes. Your approved waiver is effective per trimester only.
How do I submit my waiver?
Waiver Applications must be completed and submitted online through the JCB Insurance portal. A proof of the waiver should be submitted to the Finance Office prior to enrollment.
What information is required to complete the waiver application?
You will need a copy of your insurance identification card, as well as a current Evidence of Coverage booklet, which you can obtain from your insurance company.
I do not have all the information to complete the waiver application. What should I do?
All the information you need is contained on your insurance identification card, and in your Evidence of Coverage booklet. The booklet is provided by your insurance company, and describes all of your benefits, and the limitations of those benefits. If you cannot find your booklet, you may find it on the insurance company’s website, or call your insurance provider’s customer service number to ask for help.
How will I know if my waiver application has been approved or denied?
When you submit the waiver application on the JCB Insurance portal, you will receive an instantaneous response. The last screen of the online waiver application process will inform you whether your application has been approved or denied. You should print this screen for your records.
If my waiver application is denied, what options do I have?
If your waiver application is denied because your private insurance benefits are not sufficient, you may appeal the denial by submitting an “Appeal of Waiver Denial” form to JCB.
Completed appeal applications must be submitted in scanned PDF format, and received by the waiver deadline. Appeals for denied waiver applications are accepted only for the current trimester. Retroactive appeals are not accepted. Incomplete appeal applications will not be considered for review.
I have waived the student health insurance plan, but I no longer have comparable health insurance. What should I do?
You are required to maintain comparable health insurance at all times during your approved waiver period. If your health insurance coverage is terminated during the waiver period, you are required to enroll in the student health insurance plan.
To enroll in the plan, you must submit an enrollment form online; this form will be available online after the waiver period closes. Your student health insurance coverage will be effective on the date the request is submitted, or a future date specified by you.
When will I receive my health insurance ID card?
Students are provided a link via email to access their ID cards online. Physical cards will no longer be mailed.
How do I enroll my spouse and/or child in the health insurance plan?
After you have registered for classes and paid for your own health insurance, log into the JCB Insurance portal to add your spouse. The additional cost to add a spouse is found in the Healthcare Brochure.
I am currently on OPT. Can I still sign up for health insurance? How much is the insurance premium?
Log into the JCB Insurance portal and select OPT on the drop down section on the initial log in. To find out the price of the insurance premium, look at the table listed above.
The insurance premium will be the same per trimester as an active student.
I can't access the online waiver. What should I do?
Verify that your Student ID and date of birth are correct. Note: date of birth needs to be entered with dashes.
If you still can’t access the online waiver with the correct Student ID and date of birth, contact JCB by visiting the JCB website, www.jcbins.com, or by phone at 408-220-9064.
I can't access the online waiver; do I need to pay the health insurance fee now?
If you are unable to access the online waiver, please go back and double check that there are no errors when it comes to your birthdate and your name. If you are still unable to access the online waiver, contact JCB with the issue by visiting the JCB website, www.jcbins.com, or by phone at 408-220-9064.
If you can’t access the online waiver, you also need to contact JCB. Upon completion of the online waiver, you will receive a “Wavier Accepted” or “Waiver Denied” notice immediately. If your waiver is denied, you will need to enroll in Healthcare plan through JCB.
If my waiver is approved, do I need to take any further actions?
If your waiver is approved, you need to submit the waiver form to the Department of Finance by either an email or in person.
I dropped my JCB insurance, but I would now like to enroll. Is this possible?
Yes, however, you must enroll within 30 days of the first day of the trimester.
I am on F-1 annual vacation or waived the insurance plan, but I would now like to enroll my dependents or myself. Is this still possible?
Yes, you can enroll for insurance by logging into the JCB Insurance portal.
I am withdrawing from ITU, will I receive a refund for health insurance?
In order to receive a refund, you must drop all classes before the designated deadline. Additionally, to be eligible for a refund, you:
- Must be withdrawing from ITU within 30 days of the first day of the trimester.
- Cannot have used the insurance or filed claim(s).
All refunds require approval from JCB Insurance Solutions. You need to contact JCB by visiting the JCB website, www.jcbins.com, or by phone at 408-220-9064.
Refund Policy
In order to be eligible for a refund, you must meet ALL of the following criteria:
- You are withdrawing from ITU within 30 days of the plan start date.
- You have not used the insurance or filed claim(s).
All refunds require approval from JCB Insurance Solutions. You need to contact JCB by visiting the JCB website, www.jcbins.com, or by phone at 408-220-9064.
Additional Information
If you have any questions before enrolling, please contact JCB by visiting the JCB website, www.jcbins.com, or by phone at 408-220-9064.