What Is Anthem BCBS of Nevada (Elevance)?
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nevada (Elevance) is a health insurance company that provides coverage of healthcare services for over 600,000 Nevada residents.1 In 2004, WellPoint Health Networks Inc. merged with Anthem, Inc. to create the largest health benefits company in the nation.2 Anthem BCBS of Nevada provides a wide range of insurance benefits, including dental, vision, and behavioral health benefits.2
Anthem, Inc. is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, a nationwide federation of 35 independent and locally run health insurance companies.3 In 2022, Anthem, Inc. changed the name of the parent company to Elevance Health, Inc. to better reflect the business as they elevate the importance of whole health.4
Does Anthem BCBS of Nevada (Elevance) Cover Rehab Treatment?
Anthem BCBS of Nevada (Elevance) provides coverage for a variety of addiction treatments, including inpatient and outpatient rehab. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is a law that states all health insurance companies must offer at least partial coverage for substance use disorder treatments.5 Under the law, substance use disorder (SUD) and other mental health disorder treatments are essential health benefits.5
The amount of coverage your Anthem BCBS of Nevada plan provides depends on the specific plan you have. Some plans will have higher deductibles and copays than others. Understanding exactly what your plan covers can help you prepare ahead of time for any out-of-pocket expenses you may incur while in rehab.