All OUS students studying on Oregon University System exchange programs will have international health insurance through Wells Fargo Insurance Services. This includes 24 hour emergency support by Scholastic Emergency Services and basic health insurance. A summary of benefits, coverage and exclusions can be found in the brochure.
* Automatic enrollment:
You will automatically enrolled in the Wells Fargo Insurance Services' Deluxe Plan for the dates of your study abroad program plus approximately one week prior and one week after your program dates. The cost of this coverage is included in your program fee. You will receive an insurance packet from Wells Fargo Insurance Services with claim forms and information on how to file a claim; an insurance ID card; emergency assist protocol; a policy brochure and insurance options for traveling before or after the program. This packet will be distributed at orientation. You will receive additional information (exact coverage dates, confirmation letter, identification number, etc.) prior to your departure by email. This information will also be available on the Wells Fargo Insurance Services website www.wellsfargo.com/studentinsurance..
* Extending coverage:
If you plan to remain outside the U.S. beyond the dates you are covered by the program, it is recommended you purchase supplementary health insurance that covers emergency evacuation and repatriation of remains. It is possible to purchase two (2) additional weeks from
Acordia Somerton directly at www.somerton-ins.com or by contacting them at Wells Fargo Insurance Services:1-800-853-5899.
Fax: 1-916-231-3398
Email: info@somerton-ins.com
* To file a claim:
Go to https://services.ameriben.com
You need to create an account using the following group number and your SSN or Student ID number (use whichever you used to apply to the OUS exchange program).
Group Number: 0305012
Once you have entered this number and your SSN or Student ID, you should land on a page that says you are part of the OUS Study Abroad plan. Create an account and download a claim form. Fill out the form and submit it with your receipts for treatment. Keep a copy of the claim form and the receipts for yourself.
Send the completed claim form (one per incident) to:
AmeriBen/IEC Group
P.O. Box 7186
Boise, ID 83707
If you have any questions, contact AmeriBen directly:
From outside the U.S.: 1(208) 344-7900
In the U.S. only: 1(800) 953-1801
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