Non-Medicare participants in the BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS) HMOI plans who have primary care physicians in the Advocate network, may have recently received a letter from BCBS with the information that Advocate Physician Partners is leaving their HMO Illinois network effective July 1, 2025. 

This change will impact about 1% of retirees who receive health insurance benefits through CTPF plans. 

What does this mean for HMOI members?  

HMOI members must seek in-network care for benefits to apply, except in emergencies. Impacted members will need to select an in-network primary care physician before July 1, 2025. Blue Cross will assign a physician if a new one is not selected. This can be changed at any time. 

Finding a new in-network medical group 

• Visit “Find Care” on bcbsil.com 
• Register for, or log in to, Blue Access for Members at bcbsil.com/member 
• Call the number on your member ID card and a customer advocate will assist you. 

What if you have an emergency? Emergencies are covered at the in-network benefit level, for life-threatening illnesses or injuries, go to the nearest emergency facility. Learn more about surprise billing for emergency services at bcbsil.com. 

More information 

Network participation is negotiated by BCBS. If you have any questions or concerns, reach out to BCBS by calling the number on your member ID card or visiting bcbsil.com for further assistance.