Unexpected medical bills may cause a student to have financial hardship or perhaps to defer needed medical care, either of which may be detrimental to the student's education at the University. Therefore the University endorses a cost-effective UNC Student Medical Insurance Plan to cover most health care expenses not covered by the Student Health Fee. The student must pay the premiums for this insurance plan.
New students receive a mailing with an informational booklet and application.
Spouses are also eligible for this plan. For information on prescription drug coverage see the Student Health Pharmacy . Charges incurred at Student Health Service not covered by the UNC Student Health Insurance Plan are the responsibility of the student and are transferred to the student's account at the University Cashier at Bynum Hall. Student Health Service does not routinely file insurance for outpatient services except upon request for special situations. Student Health Service Cashier gives the student a receipt for medical services to file with their insurance company for reimbursement when they check out.