COVID-19 diagnostic testing
Anthem covers COVID-19 diagnostic tests for all members with no out-of-pocket costs.
Diagnostic tests, under the direction of a medical clinician, show whether or not someone has COVID-19. Diagnostic tests are for people who have symptoms of COVID-19. They also are for people who have no symptoms but know or suspect that they have recently been exposed to someone who has COVID-19.
COVID-19 screening
In compliance with California state law, some Anthem plans cover COVID-19 screening with no out-of-pocket costs. If you're not sure whether your plan covers COVID-19 screening, please call the Member Services number on your ID card.
Screening tests show whether or not someone has COVID-19. They are for people who have no symptoms of COVID-19 and no known or suspected exposure to people who have COVID-19.
Ordering free at-home test kits from COVIDtests.gov
Every home in the U.S. can order four at-home COVID-19 tests at no cost. The over-the-counter tests give results within 30 minutes. Visit COVIDtests.gov to order your free test kits.
Ordering at-home test kits from Anthem
COVID-19 testing remains an important part of keeping our families and communities safe. Anthem is offering at-home test kits, for eligible members, at no cost for a limited time to make COVID-19 testing more convenient.
At-home test kits from Anthem:
- Are FDA-authorized.
- Arrive in 2 to 5 business days.
- Show results in 10 minutes.
- Are for diagnostic testing.
At-home test kits are available to eligible Anthem members for a limited time. The type of plan you have determines whether you’re eligible to order an at-home test kit from Anthem.
Log in to find out whether you’re eligible to order an at-home test kit from Anthem. If you are, you’ll be able to place an order. If you are not, please use our Test Site Finder to learn about options near you.
If you have questions about your COVID-19 benefits, please call the Member Services number on your ID card.
Over-the-counter COVID-19 tests
You can be reimbursed for over-the-counter COVID-19 diagnostic tests starting on January 15, 2022. You do not need a doctor’s order for the over-the-counter diagnostic test. Reimbursement is available only during the COVID-19 public health emergency.
- Save your receipts when you purchase over-the-counter COVID-19 diagnostic tests. You'll need to submit them when you apply for reimbursement.
- Follow this link to submit a claim, or log in to the SydneySM Health mobile app, go to Claims, and choose Submit a Claim. If your employer has asked you to submit receipts to your pharmacy benefit plan, please don’t submit them here.
How can I find a COVID-19 testing location?
- Use our Test Site Finder or the Sydney Health mobile app to find a COVID-19 testing location near you, including retail health clinics and community-based sites.
- Schedule a COVID-19 test with your doctor.
If you have questions or would like help finding testing, please call the Member Services number on your ID card.