Ohio Parity Resources
Depending on whether you are filing a complaint or appeal, the contact information below should be able to help you if you have any questions.
For general information about filing a parity appeal for mental health or addictions services, you cannot go wrong with contacting one of the consumer advocates below. Each has years of experience helping consumers in the state of Ohio.
Universal Health Care Action Network (UHCAN Ohio)
(614) 456-0060 ext 233
http://www.uhcanohio.org/content/call-our-helpline
Health Insurance Complaints
When filing an appeal for the first time, you should contact your health plan’s customer service support line or check out their information online. If you choose to appeal an adverse benefit determination concerning your mental health or substance use treatment or benefits, please keep in mind that the timeframe to do so varies by state, plan type, and other factors. Contact your state’s department of insurance for additional information. Here is some contact information for Ohio Health Plans:
Aetna
Contact Member Services at the number found on the member ID card Member Complaint and Appeal Form found here
Mail to:
Aetna
PO Box 14463
Lexington, KY 40512
Anthem (Community Insurance Co)
Call Member Services at the number found on the member ID card
Aultcare
Member Services: (330) 363-6360
Internal Appeal Request Form found here
Mail to:
Attention: Grievance and Appeal Coordinator
PO Box 6029
Canton, OH 44706
Fax: (330) 363-3066
appeals@aultcare.com
Buckeye Community Health Plan
Member Services: (866) 389-7690
CareSource Ohio
Member Services Department: (800) 488-0134
HealthSpan
Member Services: (800) 686-7100
Appeal or Grievance Form and additional information found here
Healthspan Appeals Unit
PO Box 93764
Cleveland, OH 44101-5764
Humana Health Plan of Ohio
Customer Service: (800) 833-6917
Grievance/Appeal Request Form found here
Mail to:
Humana Inc
Grievance and Appeal Department
PO Box 14546
Lexington, KY 40512-4543
Medical Health Insuring Corp of Ohio
Call Customer Service number found on the member ID card
Molina Health Care
Member Services: (800) 642-4168
Written submission send to:
Molina Healthcare of Ohio, Inc
Attn: Appeals and Grievance Department/MIRR
PO Box 349020
Columbus, OH 43234-9020
Paramount Insurance
Member Services: (800) 462-3589
Refer to the “Evidence of Coverage” for timelines
Premier Health Plan
Member Services: (855) 572-2161
SummaCare Insurance
Customer Service: (800) 996-6250
Appeals must be submitted in writing. Send to:
ATTN: Appeals & Grievances
SummaCare
PO Box 1107
Akron, OH 44309-1107
appeals@summacare.com
Fax: (330) 996-8499
United Healthcare
Contact Customer Service at the number found on the member ID card.
Insurance Commissioner
Ohio Department of Insurance
Director
50 W. Town Street, Third Floor, Suite 300
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: (614) 644-2658
life.health.mcd@insurance.ohio.gov
Utilization Management Appeals
Ohio Department of Insurance
Director
50 W. Town Street, Third Floor, Suite 300
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: (614) 644-2658
Fax: (614) 644-3741
life.health.mcd@insurance.ohio.gov
External Review Appeals
Ohio Department of Insurance, Product Regulation Division
50 W. Town Street, Third Floor, Suite 300
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: (614) 752-0745
Parity Appeals
Ohio Department of Insurance
Director
50 W. Town Street, Third Floor, Suite 300
Columbus, Ohio 43215
Phone: (614) 644-2658
Fax: (614) 644-3741
life.health.mcd@insurance.ohio.gov
Additional Ohio Insurance Administration Contacts, click here.
The federal government also can be a helpful resource if you are enrolled in a self-funded plan, Medicare, Medicaid or another type of insurance that is overseen at least in part by a federal agency.
For definitions and filing information refer to the Parity Resource Guide
U.S. Department of Health and Human Service’s website on the Affordable Care Act health reform law
(SAMHSA) Implementation Mental Health Parity Addiction Equity Act
U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
U.S. Department of Labor, Employee Benefits, Security Administration (EBSA) or toll-free hotline: 1.866.444.EBSA (3272)
For the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services & Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services list of exempt state and local plans, please email NonFed@cms.hhs.gov. You may ask them if any particular state and local plan has opted out of MHPAEA.
Information on requirements of employer-based insurance coverage and self-insured health plans.
EBSA has benefit advisors who are available to answer questions and provide assistance in obtaining your benefits.
Veterans and military personnel can use these resources to get help or more information with their medical or behavioral health complaints.
Health Net Federal Services
A grievance is a written complaint or concern about a medical provider.
Click here for specific information regarding who, what and how to file.
TRICARE
View the recently released Tricare Mental Health Fact Sheet.
The appeal process is different based on the benefit issue. Depending on your issue, you can file a:
- Factual appeal
- This is if you were denied payment for services or supplies you received, or if payment was stopped for services or supplies previously authorized.
- Medical necessity appeal
- This is if prior authorization for care or services was denied because it was not deemed medically necessary. Medically necessary means it must be appropriate, reasonable, and adequate for your condition.
- Pharmacy appeal
- This is if you don’t agree with a decision made about your pharmacy benefit. For example, Express Scripts denies your pharmacy claim.
- Medicare-TRICARE appeal
- This is if you’re eligible for both TRICARE and Medicare, and Medicare denies your services or supplies.
If your care is denied, you should receive a letter with details about how to file your appeal.
Veterans Health Administration
Complaints are initially handled through the Patient Advocate.
Patient Advocate can be contacted at your local VA Medical Center.
If you have any additional questions about parity compliance, please contact info@paritytrack.org
Please note: Parity Registry does not automate the appeals process. The information you provide may alert policymakers to possible health plan violations of the law, thereby helping to shape public policy and influence legislation.
You must take follow-up action with your health plan or regulatory agency.