Benefits Value Advisor Same Treatment. Lower Cost1. Planning an MRI, CAT or CT scan? Call a Benefits Value Advisor first. Calling a Benefits Value Advisor (BVA) before you schedule your procedure may result in big savings for you. A BVA can answer your questions and: • Compare costs at different imaging facilities2 • Help you find in-network providers • Schedule visits for you • Help with preauthorization • Tell you about online educational tools Remember, you must call a BVA before you schedule an MRI, CAT or CT scan.3 Cost comparison for a knee MRI at two different local providers: Provider A: Provider B: * $374 $2,573* Which provider will you choose? The same procedure performed in the same area can vary in cost by more than $2,000 depending on where you go!* *Allowable cost data from Tarrant county. One call can result in big savings! Call the number on the back of your BCBSTX ID card before scheduling your MRI, CAT or CT scan. 1. Benefits Value Advisors offer cost estimates for various providers, facilities and procedures. Lower pricing and cost savings are dependent on the provider or facility of your choosing. bcbstx.com 2. M ember communications and information from Benefits Value Advisors are not meant to replace the advice of health care professionals. Members are encouraged to seek the advice of their doctors to discuss their health care needs. Decisions regarding course and place of treatment remain with the member and his or her health care providers. Cost estimates are just an estimate. In addition to your usual deductibles, copayments and/or coinsurance, the actual cost of the services may vary based on a number of factors including the date of service, the actual procedure performed and what services were billed by the provider and your particular benefit plan. Coverage is subject to the limitations and exclusions of your plan. 3. You may be charged a penalty if you do not call a BVA before you schedule an MRI, CAT or CT scan. Please see your plan documents for details. A Division of Health Care Service Corporation, a Mutual Legal Reserve Company, an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association 727251.0514