Coverage Period and Premium
Quarter |
Coverage Period |
Premium |
Waiver Period |
---|---|---|---|
fall 2022 |
09/18/2022 - 01/08/2023 |
Undergraduate Student Graduate Student |
08/01/2022 - 10/01/2022 We highly RECOMMEND waived students enroll
|
Winter 2023 |
01/09/2023 - 04/02/2023 |
Undergraduate Student Graduate Student |
11/01/2022 - 01/01/2023 Waivers submitted after 01/01/2023 will be assessed a $50 late fee |
spring 2023 |
04/03/2023 - 09/17/2023 |
Undergraduate Student Graduate Student |
02/01/2023 - 04/01/2023 Waivers submitted after 04/01/2023 will be assessed a $50 late fee |
Price Comparison Sheet |
UC SHIP Members
How to Download your Insurance ID Card using the Sydney Health App.
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(Physical cards are not mailed to students.)
Where Do I Go to Find an Anthem Provider (Outside) of Santa Barbara County
UC SHIP/Anthem
Customer Service Care Line
866-940-8306
About UC SHIP
How to Use UC SHIP
UC SHIP Referral Requirement
Referral Required if
Non-emergency or non-urgent medical care within 50 miles of UCSB, you must seek treatment with a Student Health provider (during regular hours of operation).
Student Health providers will issue you a referral when additional care or a specialist is needed.
Note: a deductible, copayment, or coinsurance may apply.
No Referral Required if
Students seeking care outside of the 50-mile radius from UCSB:
no referral is required before seeking care.
Dependents under a Student’s Plan: must seek care from off-campus providers – no referral required.
Exceptions: no referral is required for emergency or urgent care, (Please see "Emergency/After Hours Care" for these designated facilities), LiveHealth Online, pediatric dental or vision for members under age 19, or services of a pediatrician, obstetrician, or gynecologist.
After Hours Care
( LIST OF LOCAL URGENT CARES )
After Hours Nurseline
1 (877) 351-3457
Mental Health Care

Lyra takes a culturally responsive approach to support people across a wide range of clinical needs, cultural backgrounds, and abilities. Lyra is under your UC SHIP plan and available 24/7.
24 Hour Telemedicine Care
Students enrolled in UC SHIP can connect with a board-certified medical provider or other certified medical professionals by web, mobile app, or phone 24 hours a day / 7 days a week using the LiveHealth Online service.
Therapist zoom appointments are available 7 days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Recurring appointments can be scheduled with the same provider. (No copays / no referral needed)
LiveHealth bills UC SHIP insurance directly. LiveHealth Benefits Coverage details here | Easy step-by-step instructions (LiveHealth Flyer)
Emergency Care
Hospital Emergency Room services - No referral needed. All Hospital ER Claims are subject to review by Anthem Blue Cross and must qualify under the definition "emergency" in the UC SHIP Medical Benefits Booklet.
Note - Cottage Hospital Emergency Room Providers are considered "in-network" when claims are billed to Anthem Blue Cross.
If you have billing issues with local in-network hospitals please contact our insurance advisors @ SHSinsurance@sa.ucsb.edu.
1095-B Form
Important: You do not have to wait for your 1095-B Form to file your tax return.
Register to receive electronically - Deadline: December 31st
To sign up visit: myahpcare.com/register
If you move, notify the UCSB Registrar’s Office of your current address to ensure you receive the form and other important healthcare insurance information.
Questions regarding Proof of Your Health Insurance? Contact AHP ucship@ahpservice.com
For Additional Plan Information:
Our Insurance Advisors can be reached via email at SHSinsurance@sa.ucsb.edu. Your email will be responded to within one (1) business day.