Termination of Pregnancy (Abortion)
At CMU, we take seriously the value of safe and equitable access to healthcare, including reproductive care and resources, knowing that our faculty, staff and students depend on these vital services for various reasons. Both Pennsylvania and California (where CMU also has a campus) have state laws that protect legal access to abortion and those laws remain in effect. CMU's healthcare plans provide coverage for abortions and abortion-related services as outlined below.
Abortion Coverage Under the CMU Plans
Faculty and Staff Plans
- Highmark PPO, PPO w/HSA and EPO:
- Abortion and abortion-related services are covered with no exclusions.
- Contact: 844-946-6249
- UPMC PPO, PPO w/HSA and HMO:
- Abortion and abortion-related services are covered with no exclusions.
- Contact: 855-497-8762
- CVS Prescription Plans:
- Abortion, abortion-related medications, and emergency contraceptives are covered with no exclusions.
- Contact: 877-347-7444
If you have any questions, please email HR Services or call 412-268-4600.
Student Worker Plans
- Highmark Student Health Insurance
- The Highmark Student Health Insurance Plan covers elective abortions for students enrolled in the plan. Note: this is a national plan with network providers across the U.S., so abortion services should be covered in any state where they are accessible/permitted.
- Contact: 844-946-6249 (Highmark); 888-777-9980 (HUB International Student Health & Wellness); or email University Health Services
- UPMC University (Student) Health Insurance:
- The UPMC University (Student) Health Insurance Plan (employed student group) is considered to be part of the larger CMU employee plan and, as such, abortion, abortion-related services, and emergency contraceptives are covered.
- Contact: 855-497-8762 (UPMC); 888-777-9980 (HUB International Student Health & Wellness); or email University Health Services
Support Resources
As a result of the 2022 Supreme Court ruling, many are feeling overwhelmed, outraged and sad, while others may feel that the ruling was just. We understand these situations are full of emotions and opinions. We have resources in place to support you if you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed or in need of help.
- Employee Assistance Program: For in-person counseling or self-help tools, faculty and staff members can access GuidanceResources online or call 844-744-1370.
- Difficult Conversations During A Time Of Unrest: This brief online training is useful for those who want to be able to discuss the Supreme Court decision in a way that doesn't damage their relationships — even with people who disagree with them.
- Informed Or Infirmed? Healthy Media Consumption During Major News Events: This brief online training is for people who want to make sure media consumption does not negatively impact their health.
- Political Stress Resource Guide [pdf]: These additional resources, provided by our EAP, are beneficial if you are experiencing stress regarding the political decisions and events in the media.