Purchase or Renew Dependent Insurance for Spring International students are automatically billed for health insurance coverage. But don’t forget to add your dependents to your student health insurance plan! Spouses and children must be re-enrolled in coverage each semester (Fall, Spring, and Summer). For Spring coverage, the deadline to add dependents is… read more
Dependent Insurance Enrollment Deadline 10/15/14
International students are automatically billed for health insurance coverage. But don’t forget to add your dependents to your student health insurance plan! Spouses and children must be re-enrolled in coverage each semester (Fall, Spring, and Summer). For Fall 2014 coverage, the deadline to add dependents is October 15. Dependents can be enrolled by scheduling an appointment with… read more
Oct 15 Deadline to Purchase or Renew Dependent Insurance
International students are automatically billed for health insurance coverage. But don’t forget to add your dependents to your student health insurance plan! Spouses and children must be re-enrolled in coverage each semester (Fall, Spring, and Summer). For Fall 2014 coverage, the deadline to add dependents is October 15. Dependents can be enrolled by scheduling an… read more
UHS Nurse Advice Line
Unsure whether you should seek medical attention? Call the UHS Nurse Advice Line at 512-475-6877. The UHS Nurse Advice Line is staffed 24 hours a day/7 days a week and is completely free.
Insurance Waiver Deadline March 30 for Spring Grads
If you will be graduating at the end of the Spring 2014 semester, you are eligible to waive the summer student health insurance plan coverage (which covers June 1 through July 31). Waiver forms and instructions can be found on the ISSS insurance website. Waivers must be submitted no later… read more
5 Spring Break Health & Insurance Tips
If you plan to leave Austin during Spring Break, be sure keep the following tips in mind: Know where your insurance card is at all times and keep it safe. Fill your prescriptions before leaving for vacation. Know where to seek care for different medical needs. For severe or potentially… read more
Vision Discounts for BCBS Members through Blue365
Did you know? If you are a BlueCross/BlueShield (BCBS) plan holder, you qualify for vision discounts with certain vision providers. Both the UT Student Health Insurance Plan and the UT Select employee insurance are BCBS plans. To claim this discount, just register online for the Blue 365 program, which offers BCBS… read more
Presentation on Medical Insurance in the United States
We invite you to attend “Medical Insurance in the U.S.” this Wednesday, January 15 in Avaya Auditorium (POB 2.302) from 4:30 – 6:00 pm. This interactive presentation will prepare you to seek appropriate, cost-effective healthcare in the United States. Presenters include representatives from International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS), Academic Health… read more
Student Health Insurance Waivers and Continuing Coverage
Spring/Summer Insurance Waivers If you hold insurance coverage that meets UT’s minimum requirements, you may be eligible to waive the UT student health insurance plan. Waiver forms and instructions are posted on the ISSS insurance webpage. Some important notes: Insurance waivers are no longer accepted by fax. Waivers should be emailed… read more
Healthcare Spotlight: Medical Emergencies
It is important to know how to seek the right care at the right time in the case of an unexpected medical event. Emergency Room For severe or potentially life-threatening emergencies, call 911 or go to a local hospital emergency room. Please note that these services are intended for true… read more
