Introduction to Oxford Health Plans

Oxford Health Plans is a healthcare company founded by several leading physicians and health professionals who believe that everyone is entitled to top-quality, affordable healthcare built on a foundation of choice, flexibility, security and information.

All of Oxford's plans, programs and services were developed as a result of Member's needs, but the success of these services is truly dependent on your satisfaction.

The National Commission for Quality Assurance (NCQA) is an independent, not for profit organization dedicated to assessing and reporting the quality of managed care plans and other healthcare-related organizations. The NCQA recently upgraded Oxford to "Commendable Accreditation" from their previous status of "Accredited." According to the NCQA's accreditation process and review classification, "Commendable Accreditation" is awarded to an organization for service and clinical quality that meets or exceeds NCQA's rigorous requirements for consumer protection and quality improvement.

For NYCDS members, working with Oxford means that you can be confident that you and your employees will have access to the widest array of healthcare choices, with Oxford's assurance of top quality. You'll get the best value for your healthcare dollar, with innovative programs and services designed to make doing business with Oxford easier, faster and more efficient.

This new program has several benefit enhancements as compared to the current NYCDS Program:

1. In-network benefits that provide paid-in-full coverage after a small co-pay instead of deductibles and co-insurance.
2. In-network 1st dollar preventative care.
3. Access to discounted weight loss programs, optical services, fitness clubs and spa services.
4. Primary care and direct access options for referrals to network specialists.
5. Prescription drug card with access to 51,000 pharmacies and a mail-order pharmacy option.

If you have any additional questions about this tremendous new program, call NYCDS Medical Insurance Program at 844.796.3624.