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. This plan is administered by Hill, Chesson and Woody and underwritten by Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina.
New students receive a mailing with an informational booklet and application.
Applications and information are also available in the Student Health Administration office and through the Hill, Chesson and Woody Web site. Hill, Chesson and Woody and Associates may be called directly at 919.967.5900 or 800.579.8022. Spouses are also eligible for this plan. Most charges not covered by the Student Health Fee are covered by the UNC Student Medical Insurance Plan and are billed directly to Hill, Chesson and Woody by Student Health Service. For information on prescription drug coverage see the Student Health Pharmacy .