University Human Resources
Retiree Health and Dental Plans
Retiree Health Plans
Brown University works with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) and Brown & Brown to offer eligible retirees the opportunity to enroll in one of two retiree-paid health programs. Both programs include prescription drug coverage. This benefit is available to all retired faculty and staff age 65 and above, as well as spouses also age 65 and above.
BCBSRI offers eligible Brown retirees BlueCHiP for Medicare Group Preferred, a comprehensive, coordinated care plan for retirees eligible for Medicare Parts A and B. This plan is designed for retirees whose legal residence is in Rhode Island. This plan also:
- Provides an extensive statewide network of providers.
- Provides all of the same benefits as original Medicare, along with coverage for annual physicals, eyeglasses, dental services, hearing aids, and fitness memberships.
​Individual BlueCHiP for Medicare plans are also available through BCBSRI.
Contact a Customer Service Specialist at 1-800-505-2583 with questions or for additional information.
Brown & Brown Insurance works with Brown retirees and their spouses for assistance in signing up for Medicare.
For more information, contact Brown & Brown Insurance, call 833-830-2386, or email medicareeligibility@bbabsence.com.
Retiree Dental Plan
Brown University works with Delta Dental of Rhode Island to offer retirees an affordable, easy-to-use dental plan. Employees and their spouses are eligible to join the program as individual members, if they were insured under the Brown University group dental plan on their last day of employment.
Contact Customer Service at 1-800-843-3582 for questions or additional information.