NJ Horizon Members, Immunizations Available via Independent Pharmacies

On Aug 16, 2019

Through a new arrangement between Garden State Pharmacy Owners, Inc. (GSPO) and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ), many independent pharmacies across New Jersey will now make more than two dozen types of immunizations available to patients covered by Horizon commercial insurance.

Developed by GSPO’s Select Solutions, Inc. subsidiary, the program will enable participating pharmacies to vaccinate Horizon BCBSNJ commercial members and receive reimbursements without having to negotiate a separate insurer agreement.

“This is an outstanding opportunity for independent pharmacies to help Horizon keep its members healthy,” explains Marty Miller, GSPO’s executive director. “The program adds a new level of convenience, in that individuals covered by Horizon commercial insurance can get vaccinated in familiar, local settings that they already trust for their healthcare needs. And for independent pharmacies, it’s simply an extension of the customer-focused service they provide every day.”

Horizon BCBSNJ members may consult with their local, community pharmacy to confirm program participation.

Using a dedicated ID number, participating pharmacies will submit claims for vaccines given to Horizon commercial members. Once claims have been approved, Horizon will send reimbursements to Select Solutions, which will then distribute payments directly to the pharmacies.

“For independent pharmacies that are GSPO members, this is an exciting new program,” Miller adds. “And our organization has done the necessary leg work.”

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