Plans and Coverage

As a UC SHIP enrollee, UCSF Health makes accessing your health care simple. Explore the links below for essential benefits, including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, specialty care, gender-affirming services, and important forms. Each section is designed to help you find the care you need.

 

 

Medical Plan Benefits

UCSF Health Primary Care is the designated provider for UCSF SHIP enrollees. You are required to obtain authorization from your primary care provider to seek specialty care.

 

Dental Care

All those enrolled in the University of California Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) are automatically enrolled in the dental care coverage through Delta Dental.

 

Vision Care

All those enrolled in the University of California Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) are automatically enrolled in the vision care coverage.

 

Prescription Care

Pharmacy benefits are managed by Optum Rx on behalf of the UC Student Health Insurance Plan.

 

Specialty Care

UCSF Health offers primary care for UC SHIP members with expert referrals and low out-of-pocket costs.

 

Gender Affirming Services

Gender Affirming Services, including hormone therapy, are covered under the UC Student Health Insurance Plan.

 

Forms and Brochures

Important UCSF documents to download.