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Sunlight is essential for our health, providing much-needed vitamin D that helps regulate our immune system, improve mood, and strengthen bones. However, while the sun offers various benefits, excessive exposure can lead to significant skin damage over time. Unprotected exposure to the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause premature aging, dark spots, wrinkles, and […]

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Important Insurance Update – Aetna & BCBS-TX Patients
 
Austin Area OBGYN wants to inform our patients that our contracts with Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBS-TX) are currently scheduled to end in early 2026 due to unsuccessful negotiations on updated reimbursement rates.

What you should know:

Aetna
  • We remain in-network through February 1, 2026
  • After that date, unless an agreement is reached, we may be considered out-of-network
  • Certain patients, including those 24+ weeks pregnant, may qualify for continuity-of-care coverage

BCBS-TX
  • We remain in-network through February 3, 2026 for PPO and HMO plans
  • We remain in-network through May 4, 2026 for Blue Advantage (BAV) plans
  • After those dates, unless an agreement is reached, we may be considered out-of-network
  • Certain patients, including those 24+ weeks pregnant, may qualify for continuity-of-care coverage

If you are Aetna or BCBS-TX patient, click here to read the full notice
 
Call our office: 512-652-7002
 
Sincerely,
Austin Area OBGYN Physicians
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