ESC REGION 20 BENEFITS COOPERATIVE
BENEFIT GUIDE EFFECTIVE: 09/01/2019 - 8/31/2020 WWW.ESC20BC.NET Version U1
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Table of Contents Benefit Contact Information How to Enroll Annual Benefit Enrollment 1. Benefit Updates 2. Section 125 Cafeteria Plan Guidelines 3. Annual Enrollment 4. Eligibility Requirements 5. Helpful Definitions 6. Health Savings Account (HSA) vs. Flexible Spending Account (FSA) MDLIVE Telehealth Aflac Hospital Indemnity APL Accident Cigna Dental Superior Vision UNUM Long Term Disability APL Cancer 5Star Individual Life OneAmerica Life and AD&D AFLAC Critical Illness EECU Health Savings Account (HSA) NBS Flexible Spending Account (FSA) MASA Medical Transport ID Watchdog Identity Theft 2
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Benefit Contact Information ESC REGION 20 BC BENEFITS
DISABILITY
HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT
Financial Benefit Services (800) 583-6908 www.esc20bc.net
UNUM (800) 583-6908 www.unum.com
EECU (800) 882-0800 www.eecu.org
TELEHEALTH
CANCER
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT
MDLIVE (888) 365-1663 www.consultmdlive.com
Group #13309 American Public Life (800) 256-8606 www.ampublic.com
National Benefit Services (800) 274-0503 www.nbsbenefits.com
HOSPITAL INDEMNITY
INDIVIDUAL LIFE
MASA MEDICAL TRANSPORT
Aflac (800) 992-3522 www.aflac.com
5Star Life Insurance Company (866) 863-9753 www.5starlifeinsurance.com
MASA (800) 423-3226 www.masamts.com
ACCIDENT
LIFE AND AD&D
IDENTITY THEFT
Group #13309 American Public Life (800) 256-8606 www.ampublic.com
OneAmerica 800-553-5318 www.oneamerica.com
ID Watchdog (800) 237-1521 www.idwatchdog.com
DENTAL
CRITICAL ILLNESS
MEDICAL
Group #3336975 Cigna (800) 244-6224 www.mycigna.com
Aflac 800-992-3522 www.aflac.com
Aetna (800) 222-9205 www.trsactivecareaetna.com
VISION Group #28888 Superior Vision (800) 507-3800 www.superiorvision.com 3
MOBILE ENROLLMENT Enrollment made simple through your smartphone or tablet. Text “FBS ESC20” to 313131 and get access to everything you
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ENTER USERNAME & PASSWORD All login credentials have been RESET to the default described below:
Username: The first six (6) characters of your last name, followed by the first letter of your first name, followed by the last four (4) digits of your Social Security Number.
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Annual Benefit Enrollment
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Benefit Updates - What’s New: •
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The TRS-ActiveCare medical plans have increased, effective 09/01/2019. The deductibles for ActiveCare 1-HD did not increase but the out-of-pocket maximum did, with a large increase for out- of-network services. ActiveCare Select experienced an increase in the out-of-pocket maximum for in-network services (no out-of-network services are available • with this plan). ActiveCare 2 will continue to be closed to new enrollees, while current participants may remain on the plan. All plans experienced some changes in prescription drug coverage. All changes for next year can be found at www.trsactivecareaetna.com. DENTAL There is a slight increase in the rates for 2019-2020. Each year the ESC-20 Benefits Cooperative works with the insurance companies to negotiate the best rate and plans for • its employees. If an increase is necessary, the cooperative works to keep it at a minimum. This year’s increase is approximately 8.5%. The Dental High Plan annual maximum has increased from $1,500 to $1,750 for 2019-2020. You have 3 plan options to select from: High Plan, Low Plan and DHMO Plan.
deductibles, prescriptions, etc.). The annual max that can be set aside from 2019-2020 is $2,700. You MUST elect the amount you wish to contribute each year. Previous elections will not roll-over. HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNTS (H.S.A.) The H.S.A. account allows you to deduct funds from your paycheck, also taxfree. These accounts are individually owned by you and can roll-over each year. A new bank, EECU, will be in place next year. With this change, you will receive further information on what to do if you have a current H.S.A. In addition, there will no longer be a monthly administration fee deducted from your account. The annual max that can be set aside is $3,500. PET INSURANCE As an employee you may now purchase insurance to protect your fur babies too! Now is the purrfect time to purchase pet insurance at group rates through Nationwide Insurance. Plans are available for cats and dogs to include options for medical treatment only, or medical and wellness visits. Check out the benefits here and keep your furry friends happy and healthy!
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT (F.S.A.) This is the spending account that lets you deduct funds from your paycheck, taxfree, and places them in an account for your use throughout the year for medical-related expenses (i.e., co-pays,
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Login and complete your benefit enrollment by August 23rd
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Enrollment assistance is available by calling Financial Benefit Services at (866) 914-5202 to speak to a representative Monday-Thursday 8am-5:30pm & Friday 8am-3pm
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Update your profile information: home address, phone numbers, email, beneficiaries
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Update dependent social security numbers and student status for college-aged children
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Section 125 Cafeteria Plan Guidelines A Cafeteria plan enables you to save money by using pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible group insurance premiums sponsored and offered by your employer. Enrollment is automatic unless you decline this benefit. Elections made during annual enrollment will become effective on the plan effective date and will remain in effect during the entire plan year.
Changes in benefit elections can occur only if you experience a qualifying event. You must present proof of a qualifying event to your Benefit Office within 30 days of your qualifying event and meet with your Benefit/HR Office to complete and sign the necessary paperwork in order to make a benefit election change. Benefit changes must be consistent with the qualifying event.
CHANGES IN STATUS (CIS):
QUALIFYING EVENTS
Marital Status
A change in marital status includes marriage, death of a spouse, divorce or annulment (legal separation is not recognized in all states).
Change in Number of Tax Dependents
A change in number of dependents includes the following: birth, adoption and placement for adoption. You can add existing dependents not previously enrolled whenever a dependent gains eligibility as a result of a valid change in status event.
Change in Status of Employment Affecting Coverage Eligibility
Change in employment status of the employee, or a spouse or dependent of the employee, that affects the individual's eligibility under an employer's plan includes commencement or termination of employment.
An event that causes an employee's dependent to satisfy or cease to satisfy coverage requirements Gain/Loss of Dependents' under an employer's plan may include change in age, student, marital, employment or tax dependent Eligibility Status status. If a judgment, decree, or order from a divorce, annulment or change in legal custody requires that you provide accident or health coverage for your dependent child (including a foster child who is your dependent), you may change your election to provide coverage for the dependent child. If the order Judgment/Decree/Order requires that another individual (including your spouse and former spouse) covers the dependent child and provides coverage under that individual's plan, you may change your election to revoke coverage only for that dependent child and only if the other individual actually provides the coverage. Eligibility for Government Programs
Gain or loss of Medicare/Medicaid coverage may trigger a permitted election change.
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Annual Enrollment During your annual enrollment period, you have the opportunity
Where can I find forms?
to review, change or continue benefit elections each year.
For benefit summaries and claim forms, go to the ESC Region
Changes are not permitted during the plan year (outside of
20 BC benefit website: www.esc20bc.net. Click on your school
annual enrollment) unless a Section 125 qualifying event occurs.
district, then click on the benefit plan you need information on (i.e., Dental) and you can find the forms you need under
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Changes, additions or drops may be made only during the
the Benefits and Forms section.
annual enrollment period without a qualifying event. How can I find a Network Provider?
• Employees must review their personal information and verify that dependents they wish to provide coverage for are
20 BC benefit website: www.esc20bc.net. Click on your school
included in the dependent profile. Additionally, you must
district, then click on the benefit plan you need information
notify your employer of any discrepancy in personal and/or benefit information.
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For benefit summaries and claim forms, go to the ESC Region
Employees must confirm on each benefit screen (medical, dental, vision, etc.) that each dependent to be covered is selected in order to be included in the coverage for that particular benefit.
on (i.e., Dental) and you can find provider search links under the Quick Links section. When will I receive ID cards? If the insurance carrier provides ID cards, you can expect to receive those 3-4 weeks after your effective date. For most dental and vision plans, you can login to the carrier website and print a temporary ID card or simply give your provider the insurance company’s phone number and they can call and
New Hire Enrollment All new hire enrollment elections must be completed in the online enrollment system within the first 31 days of benefit eligibility employment. Failure to complete elections during this timeframe will result in the forfeiture of coverage.
verify your coverage if you do not have an ID card at that time. If you do not receive your ID card, you can call the carrier’s customer service number to request another card. If the insurance carrier provides ID cards, but there are no changes to the plan, you typically will not receive a new ID card each year.
Q&A Who do I contact with Questions? For supplemental benefit questions, you can contact your Benefits/HR department or you can call Financial Benefit Services at 866-914-5202 for assistance.
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Employee Eligibility Requirements
Dependent Eligibility Requirements
Supplemental Benefits: Eligible employees must work 18.75 or
Dependent Eligibility: You can cover eligible dependent
more regularly scheduled hours each work week.
children under a benefit that offers dependent coverage, provided you participate in the same benefit, through the
Eligible employees must be actively at work on the plan effective
maximum age listed below. Dependents cannot be double
date for new benefits to be effective, meaning you are physically
covered by married spouses within ESC Region 20 BC or as
capable of performing the functions of your job on the first day of
both employees and dependents.
work concurrent with the plan effective date. For example, if your 2019 benefits become effective on September 1, 2019, you must be actively-at-work on September 1, 2019 to be eligible for your new benefits. PLAN
CARRIER
MAXIMUM AGE
Accident
American Public Life
Through 25
Cancer
American Public Life
Through 25
Dental
Cigna
Through 25
Dependent Flex
National Benefit Services
12 or younger or qualified individual unable to care for themselves & claimed as a dependent on your taxes
Healthcare FSA
National Benefit Services
Through 25 or IRS Tax Dependent
Health Savings Account
EECU
IRS Tax Dependent
Identity Theft
ID Watchdog
Through 25
Hospital Indemnity
Aflac
Through 25
Individual Life
5Star
Through 22
Telehealth
MDLIVE
Through 25
Vision
Superior Vision
Through 25
Voluntary Life
OneAmerica
Through 25
If your dependent is disabled, coverage may be able to continue past the maximum age under certain plans. If you have a disabled dependent who is reaching an ineligible age, you must provide a physician’s statement confirming your dependent’s disability. Contact your HR/Benefit Administrator to request a continuation of coverage. 9
Helpful Definitions
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Actively-at-Work
In-Network
You are performing your regular occupation for the employer
Doctors, hospitals, optometrists, dentists and other providers
on a full-time basis, either at one of the employer’s usual
who have contracted with the plan as a network provider.
places of business or at some location to which the employer’s business requires you to travel. If you will not be actively at work beginning 9/1/2019 please notify your benefits administrator.
Annual Enrollment The period during which existing employees are given the opportunity to enroll in or change their current elections.
Annual Deductible The amount you pay each plan year before the plan begins to pay covered expenses.
Out-of-Pocket Maximum The most an eligible or insured person can pay in co-insurance for covered expenses.
Plan Year September 1st through August 31st
Pre-Existing Conditions Applies to any illness, injury or condition for which the participant has been under the care of a health care provider, taken prescriptions drugs or is under a health care provider’s orders to take drugs, or received medical care or services
Calendar Year January 1st through December 31st
Co-insurance After any applicable deductible, your share of the cost of a covered health care service, calculated as a percentage (for example, 20%) of the allowed amount for the service.
Guaranteed Coverage The amount of coverage you can elect without answering any medical questions or taking a health exam. Guaranteed coverage is only available during initial eligibility period. Actively-at-work and/or pre-existing condition exclusion provisions do apply, as applicable by carrier.
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HSA vs. FSA Health Savings Account (HSA) (IRC Sec. 223)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (IRC Sec. 125)
Approved by Congress in 2003, HSAs are actual bank accounts in employee’s names that allow employees to save and pay for unreimbursed qualified medical expenses tax-free.
Allows employees to pay out-of-pocket expenses for copays, deductibles and certain services not covered by medical plan, tax-free. This also allows employees to pay for qualifying dependent care taxfree.
Employer Eligibility
A qualified high deductible health plan.
All employers
Contribution Source Account Owner Underlying Insurance Requirement
Employee and/or employer Individual
Employee and/or employer Employer
High deductible health plan
None
Description
Minimum Deductible Maximum Contribution
Permissible Use Of Funds
$1,350 single (2019) $2,700 family (2019) $3,500 single (2019) $7,000 family (2019) Employees may use funds any way they wish. If used for non-qualified medical expenses, subject to current tax rate plus 20% penalty.
N/A $2,700 (2019) Reimbursement for qualified medical expenses (as defined in Sec. 213(d) of IRC).
Cash-Outs of Unused Amounts (if no medical expenses)
Permitted, but subject to current tax rate plus 20% penalty (penalty waived after age 65).
Not permitted
Year-to-year rollover of account balance?
Yes, will roll over to use for subsequent year’s health coverage.
No. Access to some funds can may be extended if your employer’s plan contains a 2 1/2 –month grace period or $500 rollover provision.
Does the account earn interest?
Yes
No
Portable?
Yes, portable year-to-year and between jobs.
No
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MDLIVE
Telehealth
About this Benefit Telehealth provides 24/7/365 access to boardcertified doctors via telephone consultations that can diagnose, recommend treatment and prescribe medication. Whether you are at home, traveling or at work, Telehealth makes care more convenient and accessible for non-emergency care when your primary care physician is not available.
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75%
of all doctor, urgent care, and ER visits could be handled safely and effectively via telehealth.
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included This is a general overview of your plan benefits.inIfthe thesummary terms of plan this outline differlocated from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan description on the 12 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website:inwww.esc20bc.net ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
Telehealth When should I use MDLIVE? • If you’re considering the ER or urgent care for a nonemergency medical issue • Your primary care physician is not available • At home, traveling, or at work • 24/7/365, even holidays!
What can be treated? • • • • • • • • •
Allergies Asthma Bronchitis Cold and Flu Ear Infections Joint Aches and Pain Respiratory Infection Sinus Problems And More!
Pediatric Care related to: • • • • • • •
Cold & Flu Constipation Ear Infection Fever Nausea & Vomiting Pink Eye And More!
Who are our doctors? MDLIVE has the nation’s largest network of telehealth doctors. On average, our doctors have 15 years of experience practicing medicine and are licensed in the state where patients are located. Their specialties include primary care, pediatrics, emergency medicine and family medicine. Our doctors are committed to providing convenient, quality care and are always ready to take your call.
Are children eligible? Yes. MDLIVE has local pediatricians on-call 24/7/365. Please note, a parent or guardian must be present during any interactions involving minors. We ask parents to establish a child record under their account. Parents must be present on each call for children 18 or younger.
How much does it cost? $8 for Employee Only. $16 for Family.
Download the App Doctor visits are easier and more convenient with the MDLIVE App. Be prepared. Download today. www.mdlive.com/getapp • • • • •
Access to a doctor anywhere: at home, at work, or on the go Choose doctors from one of the nation's largest telehealth networks Available 24/7 by video or phone Private, secure and confidential visits Connect instantly with MDLIVE Assist
Scan with your smartphone to get the app.
Call us at (888) 365-1663 or visit us at www.consultmdlive.com
Disclaimers: MDLIVE does not replace the primary care physician. MDLIVE operates subject to state regulation and may not be available in certain states. MDLIVE does not guarantee that a prescription will be written. MDLIVE does not prescribe DEA controlled substances, non-therapeutic drugs and certain other drugs which may be harmful because of their potential for 13 abuse. MDLIVE physicians reserve the right to deny care for potential misuse of services. For complete terms of use visit www.mdlive.com/terms-of-use/ 010113
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Hospital Indemnity
About this Benefit Hospital Confinement Indemnity Insurance pays a daily benefit if you have a covered stay in a hospital*, critical care unit and rehabilitation facility. The benefit amount is determined based on the type of facility and the number of days you stay. Hospital Confinement Indemnity Insurance is a limited benefit policy. It is not health insurance and does not satisfy the requirement of minimum essential coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
The median hospital costs per stay have steadily grown to over $10,000.
$8,800
9,600
10,400
2003
2008
2012
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan 14 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included in the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
Hospital Indemnity Benefit Amounts Coverage
Features and Plan Provisions See Premium Rates and Plan Benefits for available options Available for all family members. Spouse-only and Child-only coverage is not available
Guaranteed-issue coverage is offered to all eligible applicants during the initial enrollGuaranteed Issue Amounts ment and for new hires thereafter. At the group's first anniversary, late enrollees are eligible to enroll on a guaranteed-issue basis. Enrollment Assumptions Enrollments take place once each 12-month period. Late enrollees cannot enroll outside of an annual enrollment period. Payment Method Payroll Deducted Pre-existing Condition Exclusion None Pregnancy Limitation None Waiting Period There is no waiting period Benefit Reductions No reduction at any age Portability/Continuation Standard Employees must be actively-at-work on the application date and the effective date. They must work at least 18.75 hours per week. Seasonal and temporary employees are Eligibility not eligible. Dependents are eligible, but only if the employee is eligible and participates. Successor Insured Included Successor Insured Waiver of Not Included Premium Low Plan: Employee & Spouse: 18+; Children: Under age 26 Issue Ages High Plan: Employee & Spouse: 18+ ; Children: Under age 26 Termination Age Low Plan: Terminates at Age 70 High Plan: None Certificate Effective Date Coverage is effective on the billing effective date Benefits Summary Hospital Admission
Hospital Confinement
Hospital Intensive Care
Payable when an insured is admitted to a hospital and confined as an inpatient because of a covered accidental injury or because of a covered sickness. Not payable for confinement to an observation unit, or for emergency room treatment or outpatient treatment. Payable for each day that an insured is confined to a hospital as an inpatient as the result of a covered accidental injury or because of a covered sickness. If we pay benefits for confinement and the insured becomes confined again within six months because of the same or related condition, we will treat this confinement as the same period of confinement. This benefit is payable for only one hospital confinement at a time even if caused by more than one covered accidental injury, more than one covered sickness, or a covered accidental injury and a covered sickness. Payable for each day that an insured is confined in a hospital intensive care unit because of a covered accidental injury or because of a covered sickness. We will pay benefits for only one confinement in a hospital's intensive care unit at a time, even if it is caused by more than one covered accidental injury, more than one covered sickness or a covered accidental injury and a covered sickness. If we pay benefits for confinement in a hospital's intensive care unit and an insured becomes confined to a hospital's intensive care unit again within six months because of the same or related condition, we will treat this confinement as the same period of confinement. This benefit is payable in addition to the Hospital Confinement Benefit. 15
Hospital Indemnity Benefit Summary
Intermediate Intensive Care Step-Down Unit
Payable for each day that an insured is confined in an intermediate intensive care step-down unit because of a covered accidental injury or because of a covered sickness. We will pay benefits for only one confinement in an intermediate intensive care step-down unit at a time, even if it is caused by more than one covered accidental injury, more than one covered sickness or a covered accidental injury and a covered sickness. If we pay benefits for confinement in a hospital's intermediate intensive care step-down unit and an insured becomes confined to a hospital's intermediate intensive care step-down unit again within six months because of the same or related condition, we will treat this confinement as the same period of confinement. This benefit is payable in addition to the Hospital Confinement Benefit. The insured must be admitted to a hospital within six months of the date of the covered accident for benefits to be payable.
Health Screening Benefit
Payable for health screening tests performed as the result of preventive care, including tests and diagnostic procedures ordered in connection with routine examinations. This benefit is payable for each insured.
Hospital Benefit
Low Plan
High Plan
$1,000
$2,000
Hospital Confinement (per day) Maximum confinement period: 30 days per covered sickness or covered accident
$100
$200
Health Screening Benefit
Low Plan
High Plan
$50
$50
Hospital Admission (per confinement) Once per covered sickness or accident per calendar year
Payable once per calendar year per insured.
Monthly Premiums Coverage
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Low Plan
High Plan
Employee
$17.44
$32.42
Employee + Spouse
$33.09
$65.48
Employee + Child(ren)
$26.78
$51.04
Family
$42.42
$84.10
Hospital Indemnity Limits & Exclusions
• Sports - participating in any organized sport in a professional or semi-
We will not pay for loss due to: War - voluntarily participating in war, any act of war, or military conflicts, declared or undeclared, or voluntarily participating or serving in the military, armed forces, or an auxiliary unit thereto, or contracting with any country or international authority. (We will return the prorated premium for any period not covered by the certificate when the insured is in such service.) War also includes voluntary participation in an insurrection, riot, civil commotion or civil state of belligerence. War does not include acts of terrorism (except in Illinois). • In California: voluntarily participating in war, any act of war, or military conflicts, declared or undeclared, or voluntarily participating or serving in the military, armed forces, or an auxiliary unit thereto, or contracting with any country or international authority. (We will return the prorated premium for any period not covered by the certificate when the Insured is in such service.) War also includes voluntary participation in an insurrection, or riot. • In Connecticut: a riot is not excluded.
• In California: participating in any organized sport in a professional capaci-
• In Idaho: participating in any war or act of war, declared or undeclared, or participating or serving in the armed forces or units auxiliary thereto. War also includes participation in a felony, riot, or insurrection. • In New Hampshire: voluntarily participating in war any act of war, declared or undeclared, or serving in the armed forces or an auxiliary unit thereto. (We will return the prorated premium for any period not covered by the certificate when the Insured is in such service.) War also includes voluntary participation in an insurrection or riot. War does not include acts of terrorism. • In Oklahoma: War, or any act of war, declared or undeclared, when serving in the military, armed forces, or an auxiliary unit thereto. (We will return the prorated premium for any period not covered by the certificate when the insured is in such service.) War does not include acts of terrorism. Suicide - committing or attempting to commit suicide, while sane or insane. • In Colorado, Missouri, Montana, and Vermont: committing or attempting to commit suicide, while sane. • In Idaho: committing or attempting to commit suicide, while sane or insane, or intentionally self-inflicting injury. • In Minnesota and Ohio: this exclusion does not apply. Self-Inflicted Injuries - injuring or attempting to injure oneself intentionally. • In Missouri: injuring or attempting to injure oneself intentionally which is obviously not an attempted suicide. • In Colorado and Vermont: injuring or attempting to injure oneself intentionally, while sane. • In Idaho and Ohio: this exclusion does not apply
professional capacity. ty
• In Idaho: participating in any professional organized sport. Custodial Care - this is non-medical care that helps individuals with the basic tasks of everyday life, the preparation of special diets, and the self-administration of medication which does not require the constant attention of medical personnel. • In New Hampshire: this exclusion is not applicable Treatment for being overweight, gastric bypass or stapling, intestinal bypass, and any related procedures, including any resulting complications. • In Idaho and New Hampshire: this exclusion is not applicable. Services performed by a family member. • In Idaho: Services performed by an immediate family member.
• In Arizona, New Hampshire and South Dakota: this exclusion does not apply. Services related to sex or gender change, sterilization, in vitro fertilization, vasectomy or reversal of a vasectomy, or tubal ligation. • In California, Washington D.C. and Washington: Services related to sterilization, in vitro fertilization, vasectomy or reversal of a vasectomy, or tubal ligation. • In Idaho and New Hampshire: this exclusion is not applicable. Elective Abortion - an abortion for any reason other than to preserve the life of the person upon whom the abortion is performed. • In Tennessee, or if the pregnancy was the result of rape or incest, or if the fetus is non-viable. • In New Hampshire: this exclusion is not applicable
• Dental Services or Treatment. • In New Hampshire: this exclusion is not applicable. Cosmetic Surgery, except when due to: • Reconstructive surgery, when the service is related to or follows surgery resulting from a covered accidental • injury or a covered sickness, or is related to or results from a congenital disease or anomaly of a covered • dependent child.
• Congenital defects in newborns • In California: Cosmetic surgery, except when due to: • Reconstructive surgery, when the service is related to or follows
surgery resulting from a covered accidental Injury or a covered sickness or when it is performed to correct or repair abnormal strucor speed test in a professional or semi-professional capacity. tures of the body caused by congenital defects, developmental abnormalities, trauma, infection, tumors, or disease. • In Idaho and New Hampshire: this exclusion is not applicable Illegal Occupation - voluntarily participating in, committing, or attempting to • Reconstructive surgery, when the service is related to or follows commit a felony or illegal act or mastectomy or lymph node dissection. This includes surgery to activity, or voluntarily working at, or being engaged in, an illegal occupation or restore and achieve symmetry for the patient incidental to a mastecjob. tomy. • In California, Ohio, Nebraska and Tennessee: voluntarily participating in, • In New Hampshire: this exclusion is not applicable committing, or attempting to commit a felony or voluntarily working at, or In Maryland only: We will not pay benefits for any claim that the appropriate being engaged in, an illegal occupation or job. regulatory board determines were provided as a result of a prohibited referral as defined in 1-302 of the Health Occupations Article. • In Connecticut and New Hampshire: voluntarily participating in, committing, or attempting to commit a felony. • In Illinois: committing or attempting to commit a felony or being engaged in an illegal occupation. • In Pennsylvania: committing or attempting to commit a felony, or being engaged in an illegal occupation. • In South Dakota: voluntarily committing a felony.
• Racing - riding in or driving any motor-driven vehicle in a race, stunt show
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Accident
About this Benefit Accident insurance is designed to supplement your medical insurance coverage by covering indirect costs that can arise with a serious, or a not-soserious, injury. Accident coverage is low cost protection available to you and your family without evidence of insurability.
2/3 of disabling injuries suffered by American workers are not work related. American workers 36% ofreport they always or
usually live paycheck
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan 18 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included in the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
A-3 Supplemental Limited Benefit Accident Expense Insurance ESC Region 20 Benefits Co-op
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Accident
THE POLICY UNDER WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED IS NOT A POLICY OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE. THE EMPLOYER DOES NOT BECOME A SUBSCRIBER TO THE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION SYSTEM BY PURCHASING THE POLICY AND IF THE EMPLOYER IS A NON-SUBSCRIBER, THE EMPLOYEE LOSES THOSE BENEFITS WHICH WOULD OTHERWISE ACCRUE UNDER THE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION LAWS. THE EMPLOYER MUST COMPLY WITH THE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION LAW AS IT PERTAINS TO NON-SUBSCRIBERS AND THE REQUIRED NOTIFICATIONS THAT MUST BE FILED AND POSTED.
Summary of Benefits* Benefit Description
Level 1 - 1 Unit
Accidental Death - per unit
$5,000
Medical Expense Accidental Injury Benefit - per unit
actual charges up to $500
Daily Hospital Confinement Benefit
$75 per day
Air and Ground Ambulance Benefit Accidental Dismemberment Benefit Single finger or toe Multiple fingers or toes Single hand, arm, foot or leg Multiple hands, arms, feet or legs
actual charges up to $1,250 $500 $500 $2,500 $5,000
Accidental Loss of Sight Benefit - per unit Loss of Sight in one eye Loss of Sight in both eyes
Level 1 - 1 Unit
$2,500 $5,000
Individual
Individual & Spouse
1 Parent Family
2 Parent Family
$10.80
$19.40
$21.20
$29.80
About this Benefit Accident insurance is designed to supplement your medical insurance coverage by covering indirect costs that can arise with a serious, or a not-so-serious, injury. Accident coverage is low cost protection available to you and your family without evidence of insurability.
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*The premium and amount of benefits vary dependent upon the Plan selected at time of application. Premiums are subject to increase with notice.
of disabling injuries suffered by American workers are not work related.
American workers 36% ofreport they always or usually live paycheck to paycheck.
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included in the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 benefits Co-op Benefits Website: www.mybenefitshub.com/region20
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A-3 Supplemental Limited Benefit Accident Expense Insurance Limitations and Exclusions Eligibility This policy will be issued to only those persons who meet American Public Life Insurance Company’s insurability requirements. Persons not meeting APL’s insurability requirements will be excluded from coverage by an endorsement attached to the policy.
Base Policy
Exclusions Benefits otherwise provided by this Policy will not be payable for services or expenses or any such Loss resulting from or in connection with: (1) (2) (3)
No benefits are payable for a pre-existing condition. Preexisting condition means an Injury that pertains solely to an Accidental Bodily Injury which resulted from an accident sustained before the Effective Date of coverage. Pre-Existing Conditions specifically named or described as permanently excluded in any part of this contract are never covered.
(4)
A Hospital is not an institution which is primarily a place for alcoholics or drug addicts; the aged; a nursing, rest or convalescent nursing home; a mental institution or sanitarium; a facility contracted for or operated by the United States Government for treatment of members or ex-members of the armed forces (unless You are legally required to pay for services rendered in the absence of insurance); or, a long-term nursing unit or geriatrics ward.
(7)
(5) (6)
(8)
(9) (10)
Medical Expense Accidental Injury Benefit Expenses must commence within 60 days of the covered accident. The maximum benefit amount payable for any one accident for the Insured Person shall not exceed the Medical Expense Benefit.
Air and Ground Ambulance Benefit Emergency transportation must occur within 21 calendar days of the accident causing such Injury.
Daily Hospital Confinement Benefit
(11)
(12) (13) (14)
The maximum benefit period for this benefit is 30 days per covered accident.
(15)
Accidental Death
(16)
Accidental Death must result within 90 days of the covered accident causing the injury.
sickness, illness or bodily infirmity; suicide, attempted suicide or intentional self-inflicted Injury, whether sane or insane; dental care or treatment unless due to accidental Injury to natural teeth; war or any act of war (whether declared or undeclared) or participating in a riot or felony; alcoholism or drug addiction; travel or flight in or descent from any aircraft or device which can fly above the earth’s surface in any capacity other than as a fare paying passenger on a regularly scheduled airline; Injury originating prior to the effective date of the Policy; Injury occurring while intoxicated (Intoxication means that which is determined and defined by the laws and jurisdiction of the geographical area in which the loss or cause of loss is incurred.); Voluntary inhalation of gas or fumes or taking of poison or asphyxiation; Voluntary ingestion or injection of any drug, narcotic or sedative, unless administered on the advice and taken in such doses as prescribed by a Physician; Injury sustained or sickness which first manifests itself while on full-time duty in the armed forces; (Upon notice, We will refund the proportion of unearned premium while in such forces.) Injury incurred while engaging in an illegal occupation; Injury incurred while attempting to commit a felony or an assault; Injury to a covered person while practicing for or being a part of organized or competitive rodeo, sky diving, hang gliding, parachuting or scuba diving; driving in any race or speed test or while testing an automobile or any vehicle on any racetrack or speedway; hernia, carpal tunnel syndrome or any complication therefrom;
A-3 Supplemental Limited Benefit Accident Expense Insurance If You are entitled to benefits under this Policy as a result of sprained or lame back, or any intervertebral disk conditions, such benefits shall be payable for a maximum period of time, not exceeding in the aggregate three (3) months for any Injury.
Guaranteed Renewable You have the right to renew this Policy until the first premium due date on or after Your 69th birthday, if you pay the correct premium when due or within the Grace Period. When an Insured’s coverage terminates at age 70, coverage for other Insured Persons, if any, shall continue under this Policy. We have the right to change premium rates by class.
2305 Lakeland Drive | Flowood, MS 39232 ampublic.com | 800.256.8606
Accidental Dismemberment Benefit The total amount payable for all Losses resulting from the same accident will not exceed the Maximum Dismemberment Benefit of $5,000 cumulative per unit, per Accident. Loss must be within 90 days of the accident causing such Injury.
Underwritten by American Life Insurance Company. This is a brief description of the coverage. For actual benefits, limitations, exclusions and other provisions, please refer to the policy and riders. This coverage does not replace Workers’ Compensation Insurance. | This product is inappropriate for people who are eligible for Medicaid coverage. | Policy Form A3 Series | Texas | Supplemental Limited Benefit Accident Expense Insurance Policy | (10/14) | ESC Region 20 Benefits Co-op
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APSB-22329(TX)-MGM/FBS ESC Region 20 Benefits Co-op
A-3 Supplemental Limited Benefit Accident Expense Insurance Limitations and Exclusions Eligibility This policy will be issued to only those persons who meet American Public Life Insurance Company’s insurability requirements. Persons not meeting APL’s insurability requirements will be excluded from coverage by an endorsement attached to the policy.
Base Policy
Exclusions Benefits otherwise provided by this Policy will not be payable for services or expenses or any such Loss resulting from or in connection with: (1) (2) (3)
No benefits are payable for a pre-existing condition. Preexisting condition means an Injury that pertains solely to an Accidental Bodily Injury which resulted from an accident sustained before the Effective Date of coverage. Pre-Existing Conditions specifically named or described as permanently excluded in any part of this contract are never covered.
(4)
A Hospital is not an institution which is primarily a place for alcoholics or drug addicts; the aged; a nursing, rest or convalescent nursing home; a mental institution or sanitarium; a facility contracted for or operated by the United States Government for treatment of members or ex-members of the armed forces (unless You are legally required to pay for services rendered in the absence of insurance); or, a long-term nursing unit or geriatrics ward.
(7)
(5) (6)
(8)
(9) (10)
Medical Expense Accidental Injury Benefit Expenses must commence within 60 days of the covered accident. The maximum benefit amount payable for any one accident for the Insured Person shall not exceed the Medical Expense Benefit.
Air and Ground Ambulance Benefit Emergency transportation must occur within 21 calendar days of the accident causing such Injury.
Daily Hospital Confinement Benefit
(11)
(12) (13) (14)
The maximum benefit period for this benefit is 30 days per covered accident.
(15)
Accidental Death
(16)
Accidental Death must result within 90 days of the covered accident causing the injury.
sickness, illness or bodily infirmity; suicide, attempted suicide or intentional self-inflicted Injury, whether sane or insane; dental care or treatment unless due to accidental Injury to natural teeth; war or any act of war (whether declared or undeclared) or participating in a riot or felony; alcoholism or drug addiction; travel or flight in or descent from any aircraft or device which can fly above the earth’s surface in any capacity other than as a fare paying passenger on a regularly scheduled airline; Injury originating prior to the effective date of the Policy; Injury occurring while intoxicated (Intoxication means that which is determined and defined by the laws and jurisdiction of the geographical area in which the loss or cause of loss is incurred.); Voluntary inhalation of gas or fumes or taking of poison or asphyxiation; Voluntary ingestion or injection of any drug, narcotic or sedative, unless administered on the advice and taken in such doses as prescribed by a Physician; Injury sustained or sickness which first manifests itself while on full-time duty in the armed forces; (Upon notice, We will refund the proportion of unearned premium while in such forces.) Injury incurred while engaging in an illegal occupation; Injury incurred while attempting to commit a felony or an assault; Injury to a covered person while practicing for or being a part of organized or competitive rodeo, sky diving, hang gliding, parachuting or scuba diving; driving in any race or speed test or while testing an automobile or any vehicle on any racetrack or speedway; hernia, carpal tunnel syndrome or any complication therefrom;
A-3 Supplemental Limited Benefit Accident Expense Insurance If You are entitled to benefits under this Policy as a result of sprained or lame back, or any intervertebral disk conditions, such benefits shall be payable for a maximum period of time, not exceeding in the aggregate three (3) months for any Injury.
Guaranteed Renewable You have the right to renew this Policy until the first premium due date on or after Your 69th birthday, if you pay the correct premium when due or within the Grace Period. When an Insured’s coverage terminates at age 70, coverage for other Insured Persons, if any, shall continue under this Policy. We have the right to change premium rates by class.
2305 Lakeland Drive | Flowood, MS 39232 ampublic.com | 800.256.8606
Accidental Dismemberment Benefit The total amount payable for all Losses resulting from the same accident will not exceed the Maximum Dismemberment Benefit of $5,000 cumulative per unit, per Accident. Loss must be within 90 days of the accident causing such Injury.
Underwritten by American Life Insurance Company. This is a brief description of the coverage. For actual benefits, limitations, exclusions and other provisions, please refer to the policy and riders. This coverage does not replace Workers’ Compensation Insurance. | This product is inappropriate for people who are eligible for Medicaid coverage. | Policy Form A3 Series | Texas | Supplemental Limited Benefit Accident Expense Insurance Policy | (10/14) | ESC Region 20 Benefits Co-op
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APSB-22329(TX)-MGM/FBS ESC Region 20 Benefits Co-op
CIGNA
Dental
YOUR BENEFITS PACKAGE
About this Benefit Dental insurance is a coverage that helps defray the costs of dental care. It insures against the expense of routine care, treatment and dental disease.
Good dental care may improve your overall health. Also Women with gum disease may be at greater risk of giving birth to a preterm or low birth weight baby.
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included This is a general overview of your plan benefits.inIfthe thesummary terms of plan this outline differlocated from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan description on the 22 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website:inwww.esc20bc.net ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
Dental PPO - High Option Receiving regular dental care can not only catch minor problems before they become major and expensive to treat - it may even help improve your overall health. Gum disease is increasingly being linked to complications for pre-term birth, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, osteoporosis and other health issues. That’s why this dental plan includes Cigna Dental WellnessPlusSM features. When you or your family members receive any preventive care service in one plan year, the annual dollar maximum will increase in the following plan year. When you or your family members remain enrolled in the plan and continue to receive preventive care, the annual dollar maximum will increase in the following plan year, until it reaches the level specified below. Please refer to your plan materials for additional information on this plan feature.
Network Reimbursement Levels** Plan Year Maximum (Applies to Class I, II, and III expenses)
Cigna Dental Choice Plan In-Network Total Cigna DPPO
Oral Evaluations Prophylaxis: routine cleanings X-rays: routine X-rays: non-routine Fluoride Application Sealants: per tooth Space Maintainers: non-orthodontic Emergency Care to Relieve Pain
Class II - Basic Restorative Care Restorative: fillings Oral Surgery: minor and major Anesthesia: general and IV sedation
EE Only
$34.42
EE + Spouse
$84.77
EE + Child(ren)
$92.94
Family Coverage
$129.57
Out-of-Network See non-network Reimbursement
Based on Contracted Fees Year 1: $1,500 Year 2: $1,750 Year 3: $2,000
Maximum Reimbursable Charge Year 1: $1,500 Year 2: $1,750 Year 3: $2,000
$50 $150
$50 $150
Annual Deductible Individual Family
Benefit Highlights Class I - Preventive & Diagnostic Care
Monthly PPO Premiums
Plan Pays
You Pay
Plan Pays
You Pay
100% No Deductible
No Charge
100% No Deductible
No Charge
80% After Deductible
20% After Deductible
80% After Deductible
20% After Deductible
50% After Deductible
50% After Deductible
50% After Deductible
50% After Deductible
50% No Deductible
50% No Deductible
50% No Deductible
50% No Deductible
Class III - Major Restorative Care Inlays and Onlays Prosthesis Over Implant Crowns: prefabricated stainless steel / resin Crowns: permanent cast and porcelain Bridges and Dentures Periodontics: minor and major Endodontics: minor and major Repairs: Bridges, Crowns and Inlays Repairs: Dentures Denture Relines, Rebases and Adjustments
Class IV - Orthodontia Coverage for Dependent Children to age 19 Lifetime Benefits Maximum: $1,000
Benefit Plan Provisions: In-Network Reimbursement: For services provided by a Cigna Dental PPO network dentist, Cigna Dental will reimburse the dentist according to a Fee Schedule or Discount Schedule. Non-Network Reimbursement: For services provided by a non-network dentist, Cigna Dental will reimburse according to the Maximum Reimbursable Charge. The MRC is calculated at the 90th percentile of all provider charges in the geographic area. The dentist may balance bill up to their usual fees. Cross Accumulation: All deductibles, plan maximums, and service specific maximums cross accumulate between in-network and out-of-network. Benefit frequency limitations are based on the date of service and cross accumulate between in and out of network. Policy Year Benefits Maximum: The plan will only pay for covered charges up to the yearly Benefits Maximum, when applicable. Benefit-specific Maximums may also apply. Policy Year Deductible: This is the amount you must pay before the plan begins to pay for covered charges, when applicable. Benefit-specific deductibles may also apply. Pretreatment Review: Pretreatment review is available on a voluntary basis when dental work in excess of $200 is proposed. Alternate Benefit Provision: When more than one covered Dental Service could
provide suitable treatment based on common dental standards, Cigna will determine the covered Dental Service on which payment will be based and the expenses that will be included as Covered Expenses. Oral Health Integration Program (OHIP): Cigna Dental Oral Health Integration Program offers enhanced dental coverage for customers with the following medical conditions: diabetes, heart disease, stroke, maternity, head and neck cancer radiation, organ transplants and chronic kidney disease. There’s no additional charge for the program – those who qualify get reimbursed 100% of coinsurance for certain related dental procedures. Eligible customers can also receive guidance on behavioral issues related to oral health and discounts on prescription and non-prescription dental products. Reimbursements under this program are not subject to the plan deductible, but will be applied to and are subject to the plan annual maximum. Discounts on certain prescription and nonprescription dental products are available through Cigna Home Delivery Pharmacy only, and you are required to pay the entire discounted charge. For more information including how to enroll in this program and a complete list of program terms and eligible medical conditions, go to www.mycigna.com or call customer service 24/7 at 1.800.CIGNA24. Timely Filing: Out of network claims submitted to Cigna after 365 days from date of service will be denied. 23
Dental PPO - Low Option This material is for informational purposes only and is designed to highlight some of the benefits available under this plan. Consult the plan documents to determine specific terms of coverage relating to your plan. Terms include covered procedures, applicable waiting periods, exclusions and limitations.
Network Reimbursement Levels** Plan Year Maximum (Applies to Class I, II, and III expenses) Annual Deductible Individual Family
Benefit Highlights Class I - Preventive & Diagnostic Care Oral Evaluations Prophylaxis: routine cleanings X-rays: routine X-rays: non-routine Fluoride Application Sealants: per tooth Space Maintainers: non-orthodontic Emergency Care to Relieve Pain
Class II - Basic Restorative Care Restorative: fillings Oral Surgery: simple extractions only
Cigna Dental Choice Plan In-Network Total Cigna DPPO
Monthly PPO Premiums EE Only
$17.24
EE + Spouse
$35.03
EE + Child(ren)
$40.28
Family Coverage
$61.50
Out-of-Network See non-network Reimbursement
Based on Contracted Fees
Maximum Allowable Charge
$750
$750
$50 $150
$50 $150
Plan Pays
You Pay
Plan Pays
You Pay
100% No Deductible
No Charge
100% No Deductible
No Charge
60% After Deductible
40% After Deductible
60% After Deductible
40% After Deductible
40% After Deductible
60% After Deductible
40% After Deductible
60% After Deductible
Class III - Major Restorative Care Inlays and Onlays Prosthesis Over Implant Crowns: prefabricated stainless steel / resin Crowns: permanent cast and porcelain Bridges and Dentures Anesthesia: general and IV sedation Periodontics: minor and major Endodontics: minor and major Repairs: Bridges, Crowns and Inlays Repairs: Dentures Denture Relines, Rebases and Adjustments Oral Surgery: all except simple extractions
Benefit Plan Provisions: In-Network Reimbursement: For services provided by a Cigna Dental PPO network dentist, Cigna Dental will reimburse the dentist according to a Fee Schedule or Discount Schedule. Non-Network Reimbursement: For services provided by a non-network dentist, Cigna Dental will reimburse according to the Maximum Allowable Charge. The dentist may balance bill up to their usual fees. Cross Accumulation: All deductibles, plan maximums, and service specific maximums cross accumulate between in and out of network. Benefit frequency limitations are based on the date of service and cross accumulate between in and out of network. Policy Year Benefits Maximum: The plan will only pay for covered charges up to the yearly Benefits Maximum, when applicable. Benefit-specific Maximums may also apply. Policy Year Deductible: This is the amount you must pay before the plan begins to pay for covered charges, when applicable. Benefit-specific deductibles may also apply. Pretreatment Review: Pretreatment review is available on a voluntary basis when dental work in excess of $200 is proposed. Alternate Benefit Provision: When more than one covered Dental Service could provide suitable treatment based on common dental standards, Cigna HealthCare will determine the covered Dental Service on which payment will be based and the expenses that will be included as Covered Expenses. 24
Oral Health Integration Program (OHIP): Cigna Dental Oral Health Integration Program offers enhanced dental coverage for customers with the following medical conditions: diabetes, heart disease, stroke, maternity, head and neck cancer radiation, organ transplants and chronic kidney disease. There’s no additional charge for the program, those who qualify get reimbursed 100% of coinsurance for certain related dental procedures. Eligible customers can also receive guidance on behavioral issues related to oral health and discounts on prescription and non-prescription dental products. Reimbursements under this program are not subject to the plan deductible, but will be applied to and are subject to the plan annual maximum. Discounts on certain prescription and non -prescription dental products are available through Cigna Home Delivery Pharmacy only, and you are required to pay the entire discounted charge. For more information including how to enroll in this program and a complete list of program terms and eligible medical conditions, go to www.mycigna.com or call customer service 24/7 at 1.800.CIGNA24. Timely Filing: Out of network claims submitted to Cigna after 365 days from date of service will be denied.
Dental PPO - High and Low Options High Plan Benefit Limitations
Benefit Exclusions– Both plans
Missing Tooth Limitation: For teeth missing prior to coverage with Cigna, the amount payable is 50% of the amount otherwise payable until covered for 12 months; thereafter, considered a Class III expense. Oral Evaluations: 2 per policy year X-rays (routine): Bitewings: 2 per policy year X-rays (non-routine): Complete series of radiographic images and panoramic radiographic images: Limited to a combined total of 1 per 36 months Diagnostic Casts: Payable only in conjunction with orthodontic workup Cleanings: 2 per policy year, including periodontal maintenance procedures following active therapy Fluoride Application: 1 per policy year for children under age 19 Sealants (per tooth): Limited to posterior tooth. 1 treatment per tooth every 36 months for children under age 14 Space Maintainers: Limited to non-orthodontic treatment for children under age 19 Inlays, Crowns, Bridges, Dentures and Partials: Replacement every 60 months if unserviceable and cannot be repaired. Benefits are based on the amount payable for non-precious metals. No porcelain or white/tooth-colored material on molar crowns or bridges. Denture and Bridge Repairs: Reviewed if more than once Denture Adjustments, Rebases and Relines: Covered if more than 6 months after installation Prosthesis Over Implant: 1 every 60 months if unserviceable and cannot be repaired. Benefits are based on the amount payable for non-precious metals. No porcelain or white/ tooth colored material on molar crowns or bridges.
Covered Expenses will not include, and no payment will be made for the following: • Procedures and services not included in the list of covered dental expenses; • Diagnostic: cone beam imaging; Preventive Services: instruction for plaque control, oral hygiene and diet; • Restorative: veneers of porcelain, ceramic, resin, or acrylic materials on crowns or pontics on or replacing the upper and or lower first, second and/or third molars; Periodontics: bite registrations; splinting; • Prosthodontics: precision or semi-precision attachments; initial placement of a complete or partial denture per plan guidelines; • Implants: implants or implant related services; • Procedures, appliances or restorations, except full dentures, whose main purpose is to: change vertical dimension; diagnose or treat conditions or dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ); stabilize periodontally involved teeth; or restore occlusion; • Athletic mouth guards; services performed primarily for cosmetic reasons; personalization; replacement of an appliance per benefit guidelines; • Services that are deemed to be medical in nature; services and supplies received from a hospital; Drugs: prescription drugs • Charges in excess of the Maximum Reimbursable/ Allowable Charge.
Low Plan Benefit Limitations Missing Tooth Limitation: For teeth missing prior to coverage with Cigna, the amount payable is 50% of the amount otherwise payable until covered for 12 months; thereafter, considered a Class III expense. Oral Evaluations: 2 per policy year X-rays (routine): Bitewings: 2 per policy year X-rays (non-routine): Complete series of radiographic images and panoramic radiographic images: Limited to a combined total of 1 per 36 months Cleanings: 2 per policy year, including periodontal maintenance procedures following active therapy Fluoride Application: 1 per policy year for children under age 19 Sealants (per tooth): Limited to posterior tooth. 1 treatment per tooth every 36 months for children under age 14 Space Maintainers: Limited to non-orthodontic treatment for children under age 19 Inlays, Crowns, Bridges, Dentures and Partials: Replacement every 60 months if unserviceable and cannot be repaired. Benefits are based on the amount payable for non-precious metals. No porcelain or white/tooth-colored material on molar crowns or bridges. Denture and Bridge Repairs: Reviewed if more than once Denture Adjustments, Rebases and Relines: Covered if more than 6 months after installation Prosthesis Over Implant: 1 every 60 months if unserviceable and cannot be repaired. Benefits are based on the amount payable for non-precious metals. No porcelain or white/ tooth colored material on molar crowns or bridges.
This document provides a summary only. It is not a contract. If there are any differences between this summary and the official plan documents, the terms of the official plan documents will prevail. Cigna Dental PPO plans are insured and/or administered by Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company (CHLIC) or Connecticut General Life Insurance Company (CGLIC), with network management services provided by Cigna Dental Health, Inc. and certain of its subsidiaries. In Texas, the insured dental plan is known as Cigna Dental Choice, and this plan uses the national Cigna DPPO network. All Cigna products and services are provided exclusively by or through operating subsidiaries of Cigna Corporation “Cigna Home Delivery Pharmacy” refers to Tel-Drug, Inc. and Tel-Drug of Pennsylvania, L.L.C. Policy forms (for insured dental plans) in OK: HP-POL99 (CHLIC), GM6000 ELI288 et al (CGLIC); OR: HPPOL68; TN: HP-POL69/HC-CER2V1 et al (CHLIC). The Cigna name, logo, and other Cigna marks are owned by Cigna Intellectual Property, Inc. Benefit Plan Provisions: In-Network Reimbursement For services provided by a Cigna Dental PPO network dentist, Cigna Dental will reimburse the dentist according to a Fee Schedule or Discount Schedule. Non-Network Reimbursement For services provided by a non-network dentist, Cigna Dental will reimburse according to the Maximum Reimbursable Charge. The MRC is calculated at the 90th percentile of all provider charges in the geographic area. The dentist may balance bill up to their usual fees. Cross Accumulation All deductibles, plan maximums, and service specific maximums cross accumulate between in-network and out-of-network. Benefit frequency limitations are based on the date of service and cross accumulate between in and out of network.
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Dental DHMO Sampling of covered procedures
What You’ll Pay Estimated cost without Cost with Cigna Dental Care dental coverage
Adult cleaning (two per calendar year each at $0) (additional cleanings available at $45 each) Child cleaning (two per calendar year each at $0) (additional cleanings available at $30 each) Periodic oral evaluation Comprehensive oral evaluation Topical fluoride (two per calendar year each at $0) (additional topical fluoride available at $15 each) X–rays – (bitewings) 2 films X–rays – panoramic film Sealant – per tooth Amalgam filling (silver colored) – 2 surfaces Composite filling (tooth–colored) – 1 surface, Anterior Molar root canal (excluding final restoration) Comprehensive orthodontics – child (up to 19th birthday) – Banding Periodontal (gum) scaling & root planing – 1 quadrant Periodontal (gum) maintenance Removal/extraction of erupted tooth Removal/extraction of impacted tooth Crown – porcelain fused to high noble metal Implant supported retainer for porcelain fused to metal fixed partial denture Occlusal appliance, by report (for treatment of TMJ) Procedure
Limit
Exams
Two per calendar year
X-rays (routine)
Bitewings: 2 per calendar year
X-rays (non-routine)
$0
$70–$136 each
$0
$53–$102 each
$0 $0
$40–$76 $62–$118
$0
$28–$53
$0 $0 $17 $28 $33 $595
$33–$63 $84–$161 $42–$80 $118–$226 $120–$231 $852–$1,640
$515
$1,042–$2,005
$135 $93 $64 $300 $480
$179–$344 $109–$209 $120–$231 $370–$712 $849–$1,634
$780
$1,097–$2,112
$575
$640–$1,233 Monthly DHMO Premiums Tier
Rate
EE Only
$11.52
Full mouth: 1 every 3 calendar years Panorex: 1 every 3 calendar years
EE + Spouse
$21.75
EE + Child(ren)
$24.53
Crowns and inlays
Replacement every 5 years
Family Coverage
$37.98
Bridges
Replacement every 5 years
Dentures and partials
Replacement every 5 years
Relines, rebases
One every 36 months
Adjustments
Four within the first 6 months after installation
Prosthesis over implant
Replacement every 5 years if unserviceable and cannot be repaired
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) treatment
One occlusal orthotic device per 24 months
Athletic mouth guard
One athletic mouth guard per 12 months when listed on your PCS
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Finding a network dentist is easy. There are several ways to choose your network general dentist: • Find a dentist at Cigna.com. Our online dental directory is updated weekly. • Call 1.800.Cigna24 (1.800.244.6224) to speak with a customer service representative. Our representatives can send you a customized dental directory listing via email.
Dental DHMO Under your plan, you have coverage for hundreds of dental procedures. This overview shows you a small sampling of covered services and what you will pay compared to your estimated cost without coverage. See savings below! Review your plan materials to understand how your plan works. For questions on the plan before enrollment, call 1.800.Cigna24 (1.800.244.6224) and select the “Enrollment Information” prompt.
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Key plan features • There is a $5 office visit fee associated with your plan. • No deductibles – you don’t have to reach a certain level of out-of-pocket expenses before your insurance kicks in. • No dollar maximums – you don’t have to worry about your coverage running out after your covered expenses reach a certain dollar amount. • Easy to understand plan – the fees you pay your dentist are clearly listed on your Patient Charge Schedule (PCS). • There are no claim forms to fill and no waiting periods for coverage. • The network general dentist you choose will manage your overall dental care. • Covered family members can choose their own network general dentists – near home, work or school. • You don’t need a referral for children under seven to visit a network pediatric dentist. And you don’t need a referral to see a network orthodontist. • There’s no age limit on sealants, which help prevent tooth decay. • Your plan covers certain procedures to help detect oral cancer in its early stages. • 24/7 access to the Dental Information Line—this line is staffed by trained professionals who can help you if you have questions about dental treatment and clinical symptoms.
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Referrals are required for specialty care services. Specialty treatment plans require payment authorization for services to be covered under your plan, except for Pediatrics, Orthodontics and Endodontics. You should verify with your Network Specialty Dentist that your treatment plan has been authorized for payment by Cigna before treatment begins.
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Listed below are the services or expenses which are NOT covered under your Dental Plan and which are your responsibility at the dentist’s usual fees. There is no coverage for: • • •
Or in connection with an injury arising out of, or in the course of, any employment for wage or profit Charges which would not have been made in any facility, other than a hospital or a correctional institution owned or operated by the United States government or by a state or municipal government if the person had no insurance To the extent that payment is unlawful where the person resides when the expenses are incurred or the services are received
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The charges which the person is not legally required to pay Charges which would not have been made if the person had no insurance Due to injuries which are intentionally self-inflicted Services not listed on the PCS Services provided by a non-network dentist without Cigna Dental’s prior approval (except emergencies, as described in your plan documents) Services related to an injury or illness paid under workers’ compensation, occupational disease or similar laws Services provided or paid by or through a federal or state governmental agency or authority, political subdivision or a public program, other than Medicaid Services required while serving in the armed forces of any country or international authority or relating to a declared or undeclared war or acts of war Services performed primarily for cosmetic reasons unless specifically listed on your PCS General anesthesia, sedation and nitrous oxide, unless specifically listed on your PCS Prescription medications Replacement of filled and/or removable appliances (including filled and removable orthodontic appliances) that have been lost, stolen, or damaged due to patient abuse, misuse or neglect Surgical implant of any type unless specifically listed on your PCS Services considered to be unnecessary or experimental in nature or do not meet commonly accepted dental standards Procedures or appliances for minor tooth guidance or to control harmful habits Services and supplies received from a hospital The completion of crowns, bridges, dentures, or root canal treatment already in progress on the effective date of your Cigna Dental coverage The completion of implant supported prosthesis (including crowns, bridges and dentures) already in progress on the effective date of your Cigna Dental coverage, unless specifically listed on your PCS4 Consultations and/or evaluations associated with services that are not covered Endodontic treatment and/or periodontal (gum tissue and supporting bone) surgery of teeth exhibiting a poor or hopeless periodontal prognosis Bone grafting and/or guided tissue regeneration when performed at the site of a tooth extraction unless specifically listed on your PCS Bone grafting and/or guided tissue regeneration when performed in conjunction with an apicoectomy or periradicular surgery Intentional root canal treatment in the absence of injury or disease to solely facilitate a restorative procedure Services performed by a prosthodontist Localized delivery of antimicrobial agents when performed alone or in the absence of traditional periodontal therapy Any localized delivery of antimicrobial agent procedures when more than eight (8) of these procedures are reported on the same date of service. Infection control and/or sterilization The recementation of any inlay, onlay, crown, post and core or filled bridge within 180 days of initial placement The recementation of any implant supported prosthesis (including crowns, bridges and dentures) within 180 days of initial placement Services to correct congenital malformations, including the replacement of congenitally missing teeth The replacement of an occlusal guard (night guard) beyond one per any 24 consecutive month period, when this limitation is noted on the PCS Crowns, bridges and/or implant supported prosthesis used solely for splinting Resin bonded retainers and associated pontics 27
SUPERIOR VISION
Vision
YOUR BENEFITS PACKAGE
About this Benefit Vision insurance provides coverage for routine eye examinations and may cover all or part of the costs associated with contact lenses, eyeglasses and vision correction, depending on the plan.
75% of U.S. residents between age 25 and 64 require some sort of vision correction.
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included This is a general overview of your plan benefits.inIfthe thesummary terms of plan this outline differlocated from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan description on the 28 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website:inwww.esc20bc.net ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
Vision Benefits
In-Network
Out-of-Network
Monthly Premiums
Exam Covered in full Up to $42 retail (ophthalmologist) Exam (optometrist) Covered in full Up to $37 retail Frames $125 retail allowance Up to $68 retail Contact Lens Fitting Covered in full Not Covered (standard₂) Contact Lens Fitting $50 retail allowance Not Covered (specialty₂) Contact Lenses4 $120 retail allowance Up to $100 retail
EE Only
$6.88
EE + Spouse
$13.66
EE + Child(ren)
$13.38
EE + Family
$20.36
Co-Pays Exam
$10
Materials₁
$25
Contact Lens Fitting (standard & specialty)
$25
Lenses (standard) per pair Single Vision Bifocal Trifocal Progressive lens upgrade
Covered in full Covered in full Covered in full
Up to $32 retail Up to $46 retail Up to $61 retail
See description3
Up to $61 retail
Services/Frequency Exam
12 months
Frame
12 months
Contact Lens Fitting
12 months
Lenses
12 months
Contact Lenses
12 months
Co-pays apply to in-network benefits; co-pays for out-of-network visits are deducted from reimbursements. ₁ Materials co-pay applies to lenses & frames only, not contact lenses. ₂Visit FAQs on www.superiorvision.com for definitions of standard and specialty CLF. ₃Covered to the provider's retail amount for a standard lined trifocal lens; member pays the difference between the retail price of the progressive lens they have chose and their provider's standard lined trifocal lens, plus applicable copay. 4Contact lenses are in lieu of eyeglass lenses and frames benefit.
Discounts on Covered Materials5 Frames: Lens options: Progressives:
20% off amount over allowance 20% off retail 20% off amount over retail lined trifocal lens, including lens options
The following options have out-of-pocket maximums on standard (not premium, brand, or progressive) plastic lenses.
Discounts on Non-Covered Exam and Materials5 Exams, frames, and prescription lenses: Lens options, contacts, other prescription materials: Disposable contact lenses: 5Discounts
30% off retail 20% off retail 10% off retail
and maximums may vary by lens type. Please check with your
provider. 5Discounts
and maximums may vary by lens type. Please check with your
provider.
Refractive Surgery Maximum Member Out-of-Pocket Single Vision Bifocal & Trifocal Scratch coat $13 $13 Ultraviolet coat $15 $15 Tints, solid or gradients $25 $25 Anti-reflective coat $50 $50 Polycarbonate $40 20% off retail High index 1.6 $55 20% off retail Photochromics
$80
20% off retail
Superior Vision has a nationwide network of refractive surgeons and leading LASIK networks who offer members a discount. These discounts range from 5%-50%, and are the best possible discounts available to Superior Vision. The Plan discount features are not insurance. All allowances are retail; member is responsible for any amount over the allowance, minus available discounts. Discounts are subject to change without notice. Disclaimer: All final determinations of benefits, administrative duties, and definitions are governed by the Certificate of Insurance for your vision plan. Please check with your Human Resources department if you have any questions. 29
UNUM YOUR BENEFITS PACKAGE
Long Term Disability
About this Benefit Disability insurance protects one of your most valuable assets, your paycheck. This insurance will replace a portion of your income in the event that you become physically unable to work due to sickness or injury for an extended period of time.
Just over 1 in 4 of today's 20 year -olds will become disabled before they retire.
34.6 months is the duration of the average disability claim.
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan 30 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included in the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
Long Term Disability Please read carefully the following description of your Unum Educator Select Income Protection Plan insurance.
Eligibility You are eligible for disability coverage if you are an active employee in the United States working a minimum of 18.75 hours per week. The date you are eligible for coverage is the later of: the plan effective date; or the day after you complete the waiting period.
Guarantee Issue Current Employees: Coverage is available to you without answering any medical questions or providing evidence of insurability. You may enroll on or before the enrollment deadline. After the initial enrollment period, you can apply only during an annual enrollment period. New Hires: Coverage is available to you without answering any medical questions or providing evidence of insurability. You may apply for coverage within 60 days after your eligibility date. If you do not apply within 60 days after your eligibility date, you can apply only during an annual enrollment period. Benefits will not be paid for disabilities caused by, contributed to by, or resulting from a pre-existing condition. You have a pre-existing condition if: you received medical treatment, consultation, care or services including diagnostic measures, or took prescribed drugs or medicines in the 3 months just prior to your effective date of coverage; and the disability begins in the first 12 months after your effective date of coverage.
Benefit Amount You may purchase a monthly benefit in $100 units, starting at a minimum of $200, up to 66 2/3% of your monthly earnings rounded to the nearest $100, but not to exceed a monthly maximum benefit of $7,500. Please see your Plan Administrator for the definition of monthly earnings.
Elimination Period The Elimination Period is the length of time of continuous disability, due to sickness or injury, which must be satisfied before you are eligible to receive benefits. You may choose an Elimination Period (injury/sickness) of 0/7, 14/14, 30/30, 60/60, 90/90 or 180/180 days. If, because of your disability, you are hospital confined as an inpatient, benefits begin on the first day of inpatient confinement. Inpatient means that you are confined to a hospital room due to your sickness or injury for 23 or more consecutive hours. (Applies to Elimination Periods of 30 days or less.)
Benefit Duration Your duration of benefits is based on your age when the disability occurs. Plan: ADEA II: Your duration of benefits is based on the following table: Age at Disability Less than age 60 Age 60 through 64 Age 65 through 69 Age 70 and over
Maximum Duration of Benefits To age 65, but not less than 5 years 5 years To age 70, but not less than 1 year 1 year
Next Steps How to Apply/Effective Date of Coverage Current Employees: To apply for coverage, complete your enrollment form by the enrollment deadline. Your effective date of coverage is 9/01. New Hires: To apply for coverage, complete your enrollment form within 60 days of your eligibility date. Please see your Plan Administrator for your effective date. If you do not enroll during the initial enrollment period, you may apply only during an annual enrollment.
Delayed Effective Date of Coverage If you are absent from work due to injury, sickness, temporary layoff or leave of absence, your coverage will not take effect until you return to active employment. Please contact your Plan Administrator after you return to active employment for when your coverage will begin.
Questions If you should have any questions about your coverage or how to enroll, please contact your Plan Administrator. This plan highlight is a summary provided to help you understand your insurance coverage from Unum. Some provisions may vary or not be available in all states. Please refer to your certificate booklet for your complete plan description. If the terms of this plan highlight summary or your certificate differ from your policy, the policy will govern. For complete details of coverage, please refer to policy form number C.FP-1, et al. Underwritten by: Unum Life Insurance Company of America 2211 Congress Street, Portland, Maine 04122, www.unum.com Š2007 Unum Group. All rights reserved. Unum is a registered trademark and marketing brand of Unum Group and its insuring subsidiaries.
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Long Term Disability ESC REGION 20 BENEFITS COOPERATIVE Costs below are based on a Monthly payroll deduction (Employer billing mode is based on 12 Payments per year) Plan A
Product: Educator Select Income Protection Plan
Injury (Days) Sickness (Days) Maximum Annual Monthly Monthly Earnings Earnings Benefit 3600 300 200 5400 450 300 7200 600 400 9000 750 500 10800 900 600 12600 1050 700 14400 1200 800 16200 1350 900 18000 1500 1000 19800 1650 1100 21600 1800 1200 23400 1950 1300 25200 2100 1400 27000 2250 1500 28800 2400 1600 30600 2550 1700 32400 2700 1800 34200 2850 1900 36000 3000 2000 37800 3150 2100 39600 3300 2200 41400 3450 2300 43200 3600 2400 45000 3750 2500 46800 3900 2600 48600 4050 2700 50400 4200 2800 52200 4350 2900 54000 4500 3000 55800 4650 3100 57600 4800 3200 59400 4950 3300 61200 5100 3400 63000 5250 3500 64800 5400 3600 66600 5550 3700 68400 5700 3800 70200 5850 3900 72000 6000 4000 73800 6150 4100 75600 6300 4200 7740032 6450 4300
ADEAII Duration of Benefits Elimination Period (Days) 0* 7*
14* 14*
30* 30*
60 60
90 90
180 180
6.92 10.38 13.84 17.30 20.76 24.22 27.68 31.14 34.60 38.06 41.52 44.98 48.44 51.90 55.36 58.82 62.28 65.74 69.20 72.66 76.12 79.58 83.04 86.50 89.96 93.42 96.88 100.34 103.80 107.26 110.72 114.18 117.64 121.10 124.56 128.02 131.48 134.94 138.40 141.86 145.32 148.78
5.84 8.76 11.68 14.60 17.52 20.44 23.36 26.28 29.20 32.12 35.04 37.96 40.88 43.80 46.72 49.64 52.56 55.48 58.40 61.32 64.24 67.16 70.08 73.00 75.92 78.84 81.76 84.68 87.60 90.52 93.44 96.36 99.28 102.20 105.12 108.04 110.96 113.88 116.80 119.72 122.64 125.56
5.02 7.53 10.04 12.55 15.06 17.57 20.08 22.59 25.10 27.61 30.12 32.63 35.14 37.65 40.16 42.67 45.18 47.69 50.20 52.71 55.22 57.73 60.24 62.75 65.26 67.77 70.28 72.79 75.30 77.81 80.32 82.83 85.34 87.85 90.36 92.87 95.38 97.89 100.40 102.91 105.42 107.93
4.02 6.03 8.04 10.05 12.06 14.07 16.08 18.09 20.10 22.11 24.12 26.13 28.14 30.15 32.16 34.17 36.18 38.19 40.20 42.21 44.22 46.23 48.24 50.25 52.26 54.27 56.28 58.29 60.30 62.31 64.32 66.33 68.34 70.35 72.36 74.37 76.38 78.39 80.40 82.41 84.42 86.43
2.28 3.42 4.56 5.70 6.84 7.98 9.12 10.26 11.40 12.54 13.68 14.82 15.96 17.10 18.24 19.38 20.52 21.66 22.80 23.94 25.08 26.22 27.36 28.50 29.64 30.78 31.92 33.06 34.20 35.34 36.48 37.62 38.76 39.90 41.04 42.18 43.32 44.46 45.60 46.74 47.88 49.02
1.60 2.40 3.20 4.00 4.80 5.60 6.40 7.20 8.00 8.80 9.60 10.40 11.20 12.00 12.80 13.60 14.40 15.20 16.00 16.80 17.60 18.40 19.20 20.00 20.80 21.60 22.40 23.20 24.00 24.80 25.60 26.40 27.20 28.00 28.80 29.60 30.40 31.20 32.00 32.80 33.60 34.40
Long Term Disability ESC REGION 20 BENEFITS COOPERATIVE Costs below are based on a Monthly payroll deduction (Employer billing mode is based on 12 Payments per year) Plan A Product: Educator Select Income Protection Plan Injury (Days) Sickness (Days) Maximum Annual Monthly Monthly Earnings Earnings Benefit 79200 6600 4400 81000 6750 4500 82800 6900 4600 84600 7050 4700 86400 7200 4800 88200 7350 4900 90000 7500 5000 91800 7650 5100 93600 7800 5200 95400 7950 5300 97200 8100 5400 99000 8250 5500 100800 8400 5600 102600 8550 5700 104400 8700 5800 106200 8850 5900 108000 9000 6000 109800 9150 6100 111600 9300 6200 113400 9450 6300 115200 9600 6400 117000 9750 6500 118800 9900 6600 120600 10050 6700 122400 10200 6800 124200 10350 6900 126000 10500 7000 127800 10650 7100 129600 10800 7200 131400 10950 7300 133200 11100 7400 135000 11250 7500
ADEAII Duration of Benefits Elimination Period (Days) 0* 7*
14* 14*
30* 30*
60 60
90 90
180 180
152.24 155.70 159.16 162.62 166.08 169.54 173.00 176.46 179.92 183.38 186.84 190.30 193.76 197.22 200.68 204.14 207.60 211.06 214.52 217.98 221.44 224.90 228.36 231.82 235.28 238.74 242.20 245.66 249.12 252.58 256.04 259.50
128.48 131.40 134.32 137.24 140.16 143.08 146.00 148.92 151.84 154.76 157.68 160.60 163.52 166.44 169.36 172.28 175.20 178.12 181.04 183.96 186.88 189.80 192.72 195.64 198.56 201.48 204.40 207.32 210.24 213.16 216.08 219.00
110.44 112.95 115.46 117.97 120.48 122.99 125.50 128.01 130.52 133.03 135.54 138.05 140.56 143.07 145.58 148.09 150.60 153.11 155.62 158.13 160.64 163.15 165.66 168.17 170.68 173.19 175.70 178.21 180.72 183.23 185.74 188.25
88.44 90.45 92.46 94.47 96.48 98.49 100.50 102.51 104.52 106.53 108.54 110.55 112.56 114.57 116.58 118.59 120.60 122.61 124.62 126.63 128.64 130.65 132.66 134.67 136.68 138.69 140.70 142.71 144.72 146.73 148.74 150.75
50.16 51.30 52.44 53.58 54.72 55.86 57.00 58.14 59.28 60.42 61.56 62.70 63.84 64.98 66.12 67.26 68.40 69.54 70.68 71.82 72.96 74.10 75.24 76.38 77.52 78.66 79.80 80.94 82.08 83.22 84.36 85.50
35.20 36.00 36.80 37.60 38.40 39.20 40.00 40.80 41.60 42.40 43.20 44.00 44.80 45.60 46.40 47.20 48.00 48.80 49.60 50.40 51.20 52.00 52.80 53.60 54.40 55.20 56.00 56.80 57.60 58.40 59.20 60.00
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AMERICAN PUBLIC LIFE
Cancer
About this Benefit Cancer insurance offers you and your family supplemental insurance protection in the event you or a covered family member is diagnosed with cancer. It pays a benefit directly to you to help with expenses associated with cancer treatment.
YOUR BENEFITS PACKAGE
Breast Cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women.
If caught early, prostate cancer is one of the most treatable malignancies.
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan 34 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included in the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
GC3 Limited Benefit Group Cancer Indemnity Insurance ESC Region 20 Benefits Co-op Group
THE POLICY UNDER WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED IS NOT A POLICY OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE. THE EMPLOYER DOES NOT BECOME A SUBSCRIBER TO THE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION SYSTEM BY PURCHASING THE POLICY AND IF THE EMPLOYER IS A NON-SUBSCRIBER, THE EMPLOYEE LOSES THOSE BENEFITS WHICH WOULD OTHERWISE ACCRUE UNDER THE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION LAWS. THE EMPLOYER MUST COMPLY WITH THE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION LAW AS IT PERTAINS TO NON-SUBSCRIBERS AND THE REQUIRED NOTIFICATIONS THAT MUST BE FILED AND POSTED.
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS Benefits
Level 1 Plan
Level 2 Plan
Radiation Therapy/Chemotherapy/ Immunotherapy Benefit
$500 per calendar month of treatment
$1,500 per calendar month of treatment
Hormone Therapy Benefit
$50 per treatment, up to 12 per calendar year
$50 per treatment, up to 12 per calendar year
Surgical Schedule Benefit
$1,600 max per operation; $15 per surgical unit
$4,800 max per operation; $45 per surgical unit
Anesthesia Benefit
25% of the amount paid for covered surgery
25% of the amount paid for covered surgery
Hospital Confinement Benefit
$100 per day 1-90 days; $100 per day, 91+ days in lieu of other benefits
$300 per day 1-90 days; $300 per day, 91+ days in lieu of other benefits
US Government/Charity Hospital/HMO
$100 per day in lieu of most other benefits
$300 per day in lieu of most other benefits
Outpatient Hospital or Ambulatory Surgical Center Benefit
$200 per day of surgery
$600 per day of surgery
Drugs & Medicine Benefit - Inpatient
$150 per confinement
$150 per confinement
Drugs & Medicine Benefit - Outpatient
$50 per prescription, up to $50 per cal month
$50 per prescription, up to $150 per cal month
Transportation & Outpatient Lodging Benefit
$0.50 per mile per round trip $100 per day, up to 100 days per calendar year
$0.50 per mile per round trip $100 per day, up to 100 days per calendar year
Family Member Transportation & Lodging Benefit
$0.50 per mile per round trip $100 per day, up to 100 days per calendar year
$0.50 per mile per round trip $100 per day, up to 100 days per calendar year
Blood, Plasma & Platelets Benefit
$150 per day, up to $7,500 per calendar year
$250 per day, up to $12,500 per calendar year
Bone Marrow/Stem Cell Transplant
Autologous - $500 per calendar year Non-Autologous - $1,500 per calendar year
Autologous - $1,500 per calendar year Non-Autologous - $4,500 per calendar year
Experimental Treatment Benefit
Pays as any non-experimental benefit
Pays as any non-experimental benefit
Attending Physician Benefit
$30 per day of confinement
$50 per day of confinement
Surgical Prosthesis Benefit
$1,000 per device (includes surgical fee); max 1 device per site, 2 lifetime max
$3,000 per device (includes surgical fee); max 1 device per site, 2 lifetime max
Hair Prosthesis Benefit
$50 per hair prosthetic, 2 lifetime max
$50 per hair prosthetic, 2 lifetime max
Dread Disease Benefit
$100 per day, 1-90 days of hospital confinement
$300 per day, 1-90 days of hospital confinement
Hospice Care Benefit
$50 per day, $9,000 lifetime max
$100 per day, $18,000 lifetime max
Inpatient Special Nursing Services
$150 per day of confinement
$150 per day of confinement
Ambulance Ground Benefit
$200 per ground trip
$200 per ground trip
Ambulance Air Benefit
$2,000 per air trip; up to 2 trips per hospital confinement (any combination of ground/air)
$2,000 per air trip; up to 2 trips per hospital confinement (any combination of ground/air)
Extended Care Benefit
$100 per day
$300 per day
Home Health Care Benefit
$100 per day
$300 per day
Second & Third Surgical Opinions
$300 per diagnosis; additional $300 if third opinion required
$300 per diagnosis; additional $300 if third opinion required
Waiver of Premium
Premium waived after 90 days of primary insured continuous total disability due to cancer
Premium waived after 90 days of primary insured continuous total disability due to cancer
Physical/Speech Therapy Benefit
$25 per visit, up to 4 visits per calendar month, $1,000 lifetime max
$25 per visit, up to 4 visits per calendar month, $1,000 lifetime max
Diagnostic Testing Benefit Rider
$50; 1 person, per calendar year
$50; 1 person, per calendar year
Critical Illness Rider: Heart Attack/Stroke
$2,500 lump sum benefit
$2,500 lump sum benefit
$600 up to a max of 30 days per confinement
$600 up to a max of 30 days per confinement
Riders
Optional Benefit Rider Intensive Care Unit Rider
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GC3 Limited Benefit Group Cancer Indemnity Insurance Monthly Premium
Level 1
Level 1 + ICU Rider
Level 2
Level 2 + ICU Rider
Individual
$14.80
$17.80
$29.40
$32.40
One-Parent Family
$20.60
$24.80
$40.40
$44.60
Two-Parent Family
$26.40
$32.70
$51.50
$57.80
*Premium and amount of benefits provided vary dependent upon the level selected at time of application.
Eligibility
Diagnostic Testing Benefit Rider
If You are working either under contract to or as a Full-Time Employee for the Policyholder, or You are a member in or employed by the association, You are eligible for insurance provided You qualify for coverage as defined in the Master Application. You must apply for insurance within thirty (30) days of the Policy Effective Date or the date that You become eligible for coverage. If You do not apply within thirty (30) days of the Policy Effective Date or the date You become eligible for coverage, You may be subject to additional underwriting by Us.
Critical Illness Rider
This policy/certificate will be issued only to those persons who meet American Public Life Insurance Company’s insurability requirements. The policy/certificate and the Internal Cancer coverage under the Critical Illness Rider will not be issued to anyone who has been diagnosed or treated for Cancer in the previous ten years. The Heart Attack or Stroke coverage under the Critical Illness Rider will not be issued to anyone who has been diagnosed or treated for any heart or stroke related conditions. The Hospital Intensive Care Unit Rider will not cover heart conditions for a period of two years following the Effective Date of coverage for anyone who has been diagnosed or treated for any heart related condition prior to the 30th day following the Covered Person’s Effective Date of coverage.
Base Policy
All diagnosis of cancer must be positively diagnosed by a legally licensed doctor of medicine certified by the American Board of Pathology or American Board of Osteopathic Pathology. This policy/certificate pays only for loss resulting from definitive cancer treatment including direct extension, metastatic spread or recurrence. Proof must be submitted to support each claim. This policy/certificate also covers other conditions or diseases directly caused by cancer or the treatment of cancer. No benefits are payable for any covered person for any loss incurred during the first year of this policy/certificate as a result of a Pre-Existing Condition. A PreExisting Condition is a specified disease for which, within 12 months prior to the covered person’s effective date of coverage, medical advice, consultation or treatment, including prescribed medications, was recommended by or received from a member of the medical profession, or for which symptoms manifested in such a manner as would cause an ordinarily prudent person to seek diagnosis, medical advice or treatment. Pre-Existing Conditions specifically named or described as excluded in any part of this contract are never covered. This policy/certificate contains a 30-day waiting period during which no benefits will be paid under this policy/certificate. If any covered person has a specified disease diagnosed before the end of the 30-day period immediately following the covered person’s effective date, coverage for that person will apply only to loss that is incurred after one year from the effective date of such person’s coverage. If any covered person is diagnosed as having a specified disease during the 30-day period immediately following the effective date, you may elect to void the policy/certificate from the beginning and receive a full refund of premium. All benefits payable only up to the maximum amount listed in the schedule of benefits in the policy/certificate. A Hospital is not an institution which is primarily a place for alcoholics or drug addicts; the aged; a nursing, rest or convalescent nursing home; a mental institution or sanitarium; a facility contracted for or operated by the United States Government for treatment of members or ex-members of the armed forces (unless You are legally required to pay for services rendered in the absence of insurance); or, a long-term nursing unit or geriatrics ward. 36
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We will pay the indemnity amount for one generally medically recognized internal cancer screening test per covered person per calendar year. Screening test include, but limited to: mammogram; breast ultrasound; breast thermography; breast cancer blood test (CA15-3); colon cancer blood test (CEA); prostate-specific antigen blood test (PSA); flexible sigmoidoscopy; colonoscopy; virtual colonoscopy; ovarian cancer blood test (CA-125); pap smear (lab test required); chest x-ray; hemocult stool specimen; serum protein electrophoresis (blood test for myeloma); thin prep pap test. Screening tests payable under this benefit will only be paid under this benefit. Benefits will only be paid for tests performed after the 30-day period following the covered person’s effective date of coverage.
Benefits will only be paid for a covered critical illness as shown on the policy/ certificate schedule page in the policy. No benefits will be provided for any loss caused by or resulting from: intentionally self-inflicted bodily injury, suicide or attempted suicide, whether sane or insane; or alcoholism or drug addiction; or any act of war, declared or undeclared , or any act related to war; or military service for any country at war; or a pre-existing condition; or a covered critical illness when the date of diagnosis occurs during the waiting period; or participation in any activity or event while intoxicated or under the influence of any narcotic unless administered by a physician or taken according to the physician’s instructions; or participation in, or attempting to participate in a felony, riot or insurrection (a felony is as defined by the law of the jurisdiction in which the activity takes place). Internal cancer does not include: other conditions that may be considered pre-cancerous or having malignant potential such as: acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS); or actinic keratosis; or myelodysplastic and non-malignant myeloproliferative disorders; or aplastic anemia; or atypia; or non-malignant monoclonal gamopathy; or Leukoplakia; or Hyperplasia; or Carcinold; or Polycythemia; or carcinoma in situ or any skin cancer other than invasive malignant melanoma into the dermis or deeper. For a pre-existing condition no benefits are payable.
Hospital Intensive Care Unit Rider
No benefits will be provided during the first two years of this rider for hospital intensive care unit confinement caused by any heart condition when any heart condition was diagnosed or treated prior to the 30th day following the covered person’s effective date of this rider. The heart condition causing the confinement need not be the same condition diagnosed or treated prior to the effective date. No benefits will be provided if the loss results from: attempted suicide, whether sane or insane; or intentional self-injury; or alcoholism or drug addiction; or any act of war, declared or undeclared, or any act related to war; or military service for a country at war. No benefits will be paid for confinements in units such as surgical recovery rooms, progressive care, burn units, intermediate care, private monitored rooms, observation units, telemetry units or psychiatric units not involving intensive medical care; or other facilities which do not meet the standards for intensive care unit as defined in the rider. For a newborn child born within the tenmonth period following the effective date of this rider, no benefits will be provided for hospital intensive care unit confinement that begins within the first 30 days following the birth of such child.
GC3 Limited Benefit Group Cancer Indemnity Insurance Conditionally Renewable
This policy/certificate is conditionally renewable. This means that We have the right to terminate your policy/certificate on any premium due date after the first Policyholder’s Anniversary Date. We must give the Policyholder at least 60 days written notice prior to cancellation. We cannot cancel Your coverage because of a change in Your age or health. We can change Your premiums if We change premiums for all similar Certificates issued to the Policyholder. We must give the Policyholder at least 60 days written notice before We change Your premiums.
Continuation Rider Continuation
Coverage is continued when the Insured (You) cease employment with the employer through whom You originally became insured under the Policy. You will have the option to continue this Certificate (including any Riders, if applicable) by paying the premiums directly to Us at Our home office. Premiums must be paid within thirty-one (31) days after employment with your employer terminates. Premium rates required under this Continuation provision will be the same rates as those charged under the Employer’s Policy as if You had continued employment. We will bill You for these premiums after You notify Us to continue this coverage. Coverage will continue until the earlier of: (1) the Policy under which You originally became insured ends; or (2) You stop paying premiums under this option (subject to the terms of the Grace Period).
Termination of Coverage
Your Insurance coverage will end on the earliest of these dates: (a) the date You no longer qualify as an Insured; (b) the last day of the period for which a premium has been paid, subject to the Grace Period; (c) the date the Policy terminates (See Conversion provision); (d) the date You retire; (e) the date You cease employment, or terminate Your contract with the employer through whom You originally became insured under the Policy (See Conversion provision); or (f) the date We receive Your written request for termination. Termination of Dependent(s) Insurance coverage on Your Dependent(s) will end on the earliest of these dates: (a) the date the coverage under the Certificate terminates; (b) the date the Dependent no longer meets the definition of Dependent, as defined in the Policy/Certificate (See Conversion provision); (c) the date We receive Your written request for termination.
Termination of Rider Coverage
This rider terminates: (a) when Your coverage terminates under the Policy/ Certificate to which this Rider is attached; or, (b) when any premium for this rider is not paid before the end of the Grace Period; or, (c) when You give Us a written request to do so. Coverage on a Dependent terminates under this rider when such person ceases to meet the definition of Dependent, as defined in the Policy.
Conversion
If the Employer’s Policy is terminated, this Certificate will terminate. Upon termination of the Employer’s Policy, the employee (You) will be entitled to convert to an individual policy of insurance issued by Us without evidence of insurability provided the required premiums have been paid on your behalf and You notified Us in writing within thirty-one (31) days of the Employer’s Policy termination. Premiums for the individual policy of insurance will be figured from the premium rate table in effect on the date of conversion. Subject to the terms of this provision, a covered child who ceases to be eligible may convert to an individual policy of insurance and a covered spouse who ceases to be eligible for coverage because of divorce or annulment may convert to an individual policy. Terms of this provision include: (1) Application for the individual policy and payment of the first premium must be made within 60 days after coverage ceases under the Policy/Certificate. Premiums will be figured from the premium rate table in effect on the date of conversion. (2) The individual policy will be issued without proof of insurability. It will provide benefits that most nearly approximates those of the Policy/Certificate. (3) The individual policy will take effect the day after coverage ceases under the Policy/Certificate. However, no benefits will be payable under the individual policy for any loss for which benefits are payable under the Policy/Certificate. (4) The Pre-Existing Condition Limitation and Time Limit on Certain Defenses provisions for the individual policy will be figured from the Covered Person’s Effective Date of coverage under the Policy/ Certificate. (5) Any benefit maximums will be figured from the Effective Date of the Policy/Certificate. This rider is subject to all the provisions of the Policy and Certificate to which it is attached that are not in conflict with this rider.
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Underwritten by American Public Life Insurance Company. This is a brief description of the coverage. For complete benefits, limitations, exclusions and other provisions, please refer to the policy and riders. This coverage does not replace Workers’ Compensation Insurance. This product is inappropriate for people who are eligible for Medicaid coverage. | This policy is considered an employee welfare benefit plan established and/or maintained by an association or employer intended to be covered by ERISA, and will be administered and enforced under ERISA. Group policies issued to governmental entities and municipalities may be exempt from ERISA guidelines. | Policy Form GC-3 Series | Texas | Limited Benefit Group Cancer Indemnity Insurance Policy | (11/14) | ESC Region 20 Benefits Co-op
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APSB-22356(TX) MGM/FBS ESC Region 20 Benefits Co-op
5STAR
Family Protection Plan
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YOUR BENEFITS PACKAGE
Experts recommend at least
x 10 your gross annual income in coverage when purchasing life insurance.
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan 38 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included in the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
Term Life with Terminal Illness and Quality of Life Rider The Family Protection Plan: Term Life Insurance with Terminal Illness Coverage to Age 100 Nearly 85% of Americans say most people need life insurance; unfortunately only 62% have coverage and a staggering 33% say they don’t have enough life insurance, including one-fourth who already have life insurance coverage.** Nobody wants to be a statistic - especially during a period of grief. That’s why 5Star Life Insurance Company developed its FPP policy - to ensure you and your loved ones are covered during a period of loss.
Affordability - With several options to choose from, select the coverage that best meets the needs of your family. Terminal Illness - This plan pays the insured 30% (25% in Connecticut and Michigan) of the policy coverage amount in a lump sum upon the occurrence of a terminal condition that will result in a limited life span of less than 12 months. Portability - You and your family continue coverage with no loss of benefits or increase in cost should you terminate employment after the first premium is paid. If this happens, we can simply bill you directly. Coverage can never be cancelled by the insurance company or your employer unless you stop paying premiums.
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Family Protection - Individual policies can be purchased on the employee, their spouse, children and grandchildren (ages 14 days to age 23). Quality of Life Benefit - Following a diagnosis of either a chronic illness or cognitive impairment, this rider accelerates a portion of the death benefit on a monthly basis – 4%; up to 75% of your benefit, and payable directly to you on a tax favored basis for the following: • Permanent inability to perform at least two of the six Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) without substantial assistance; or • Permanent severe cognitive impairment, such as dementia, Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of senility, requiring substantial supervision. Convenience - Premiums are taken care of simply and easily through payroll deductions. Protection You Can Count On - Within 24 hours after receiving notice of an insured’s death, an emergency death benefit of the lesser of 50% of the coverage amount, or $10,000, will be mailed to the insured’s beneficiary, unless the death is within the twoyear contestability period and/or under investigation. This product also contains no war or terrorism exclusions. * Life * Life insurance product underwritten by 5Star Life insurance Company (a Baton Rouge, Louisiana company) with an administrative office at 909 N. Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
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Individual Life MONTHLY RATES WITH QUALITY OF LIFE RIDER DEFINED BENEFIT
18-25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45
$10,000 $7.56 $7.59 $7.65 $7.74 $7.88 $8.07 $8.27 $8.50 $8.73 $9.01 $9.30 $9.64 $10.02 $10.41 $10.85 $11.31 $11.83 $12.41 $13.00 $13.63 $14.27
$20,000 $10.78 $10.83 $10.97 $11.15 $11.43 $11.80 $12.20 $12.65 $13.11 $13.67 $14.27 $14.95 $15.70 $16.48 $17.35 $18.29 $19.33 $20.48 $21.66 $22.91 $24.22
$30,000 $14.01 $14.09 $14.28 $14.56 $14.99 $15.53 $16.14 $16.81 $17.51 $18.34 $19.23 $20.26 $21.39 $22.56 $23.86 $25.26 $26.83 $28.56 $30.34 $32.21 $34.16
Employee Coverage Amounts $40,000 $50,000 $75,000 $17.24 $20.46 $28.53 $17.33 $20.59 $28.71 $17.60 $20.92 $29.21 $17.96 $21.38 $29.90 $18.54 $22.09 $30.96 $19.27 $23.00 $32.34 $20.06 $24.00 $33.84 $20.97 $25.12 $35.52 $21.90 $26.29 $37.27 $23.00 $27.67 $39.33 $24.20 $29.17 $41.59 $25.57 $30.88 $44.15 $27.07 $32.76 $46.96 $28.64 $34.71 $49.89 $30.37 $36.87 $53.15 $32.23 $39.21 $56.65 $34.33 $41.83 $60.58 $36.63 $44.71 $64.90 $39.00 $47.67 $69.33 $41.50 $50.79 $74.02 $44.10 $54.05 $78.90
46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65
$14.97 $15.70 $16.43 $17.22 $18.08 $19.04 $20.16 $21.40 $22.79 $24.26 $25.94 $27.66 $29.42 $31.23 $33.12 $35.08 $37.12 $39.31 $41.68 $44.34
$25.60 $27.05 $28.51 $30.10 $31.82 $33.75 $35.98 $38.46 $41.25 $44.20 $47.53 $50.98 $54.50 $58.12 $61.90 $65.82 $69.91 $74.29 $79.04 $84.33
$36.24 $38.41 $40.61 $42.98 $45.56 $48.46 $51.81 $55.54 $59.71 $64.13 $69.14 $74.31 $79.58 $85.01 $90.69 $96.56 $102.71 $109.26 $116.38 $124.34
$46.87 $49.77 $52.70 $55.87 $59.30 $63.17 $67.63 $72.60 $78.17 $84.06 $90.73 $97.63 $104.67 $111.90 $119.46 $127.30 $135.50 $144.23 $153.73 $164.33
Age on Eff. Date
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$57.51 $61.13 $64.79 $68.75 $73.04 $77.88 $83.46 $89.67 $96.63 $104.00 $112.34 $120.96 $129.75 $138.79 $148.25 $158.04 $168.29 $179.21 $191.09 $204.34
$84.09 $89.52 $95.03 $100.96 $107.39 $114.65 $123.02 $132.33 $142.77 $153.83 $166.33 $179.27 $192.46 $206.02 $220.21 $234.90 $250.27 $266.65 $284.46 $304.33
$100,000 $36.59 $36.83 $37.50 $38.41 $39.84 $41.67 $43.66 $45.92 $48.25 $51.00 $54.00 $57.42 $61.17 $65.09 $69.42 $74.08 $79.33 $85.08 $91.00 $97.25 $103.75
$125,000 $44.65 $44.96 $45.80 $46.94 $48.71 $51.01 $53.50 $56.31 $59.23 $62.67 $66.42 $70.69 $75.37 $80.27 $85.68 $91.52 $98.08 $105.27 $112.67 $120.48 $128.60
$150,000 $52.71 $53.09 $54.08 $55.46 $57.59 $60.33 $63.34 $66.71 $70.21 $74.34 $78.83 $83.96 $89.59 $95.46 $101.96 $108.96 $116.83 $125.46 $134.34 $143.71 $153.46
$110.67 $117.92 $125.25 $133.17 $141.75 $151.42 $162.58 $175.00 $188.92 $203.66 $220.33 $237.58 $255.17 $273.25 $292.16 $311.75 $332.25 $354.08 $377.83 $404.33
$137.25 $146.32 $155.48 $165.37 $176.10 $188.19 $202.15 $217.67 $235.07 $253.50 $274.34 $295.89 $317.87 $340.48 $364.13 $388.60 $414.23 $441.52 $471.21 $504.34
$163.84 $174.71 $185.71 $197.58 $210.46 $224.96 $241.71 $260.34 $281.21 $303.33 $328.34 $354.21 $380.58 $407.71 $436.09 $465.46 $496.21 $528.96 $564.58 $604.34
Individual Life MONTHLY RATES WITH QUALITY OF LIFE RIDER DEFINED BENEFIT Age on Eff. Date 66* 67* 68* 69* 70*
$10,000 $44.93 $48.25 $52.03 $56.33 $61.17
$20,000 $85.52 $92.17 $99.73 $108.32 $118.00
$30,000 $126.11 $136.08 $147.43 $160.31 $174.83
Employee Coverage Amounts $40,000 $50,000 $75,000 $166.70 $207.29 $308.77 $180.00 $223.92 $333.71 $195.13 $242.83 $362.08 $212.30 $264.29 $394.27 $231.67 $288.50 $430.58
$100,000 $410.25 $443.50 $481.33 $524.25 $572.67
$125,000 $511.73 $553.29 $600.58 $654.23 $714.75
$150,000 $613.21 $663.08 $719.83 $784.21 $856.83
*Quality of Life not available ages 66 - 70. Quality of Life benefits not available for children. Child life coverage available only on children and grandchildren of employee (age on effective date: age 14 days to 23 years). $4.98 monthly for $10,000 coverage and $9.97 monthly for $20,000 coverage.
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ONEAMERICA YOUR BENEFITS PACKAGE
Life and AD&D
About this Benefit Group term life is the most inexpensive way to purchase life insurance. You have the freedom to select an amount of life insurance coverage you need to help protect the well-being of your family. Accidental Death & Dismemberment is life insurance coverage that pays a death benefit to the beneficiary, should death occur due to a covered accident. Dismemberment benefits are paid to you, according to the benefit level you select, if accidentally dismembered.
Motor vehicle crashes are the
#1
cause of accidental deaths in the US, followed by poisoning, falls, drowning, and choking.
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan 42 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included in the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
Basic & Voluntary Term Life Basic Term Life Insurance Coverage (paid by your employer) Eligibility - Active, full-time Employees of the Employer regularly working a minimum of 18.75 hours per week. Benefit Amount and Maximum based on the option chosen by your employer: • Option I: $5,000 • Option II: $10,000 • Option III: $15,000 • Option IV: $20,000 • Option V: $50,000 Benefit Reduction Schedule – Benefits will reduce to 65% at age 65, 50% at age 70, 25% at age 75.
Voluntary Term Life Insurance Coverage (paid by you) Employee – If you are an active, full-time employee and work at least 18.75 hours per week for your employer, you are eligible for coverage on the first of the month after 30 days of active service. • • • •
Benefit Amount –1 to 7 X Annual Compensation Guaranteed Coverage Amount – $200,000 Maximum – The lesser of 7 times Annual Compensation rounded to the next higher $10,000 or $500,000 Benefit Reduction Schedule –Providing you are still employed, your benefits will reduce to 65% at age 65, 50% at age 70, 25% at age 75.
Your Spouse* — terms at age 70 - is eligible provided that you apply for and are approved for coverage for yourself. • • •
Benefit Amount – Units of $10,000 Guaranteed Coverage Amount - $50,000 Maximum – $500,000, not to exceed 100% of the employee’s coverage amount
Your Unmarried, Dependent Children — Under age 26 , as long as you apply for and are approved for coverage for yourself. • •
Benefit Amount – $10,000 Maximum – $10,000
No one may be covered more than once under this plan.
Guaranteed Coverage for Voluntary Term Life Insurance Coverage Guaranteed Coverage Amount is the amount of coverage you can elect without answering any medical questions or taking a health exam. Guaranteed Coverage is only available during Initial Enrollment and other times as approved. If you apply for coverage that is above the Guaranteed Coverage Amount, or if you are applying for coverage after 31 days after you become eligible, you must fill out a Medical Evidence of Insurability form. All dependent child benefits are guaranteed issue.
Other Coverage Features Accelerated Death Benefit — Terminal Illness If you or your spouse is diagnosed by two unaffiliated physicians as terminally ill with a life expectancy of 12 months or less, the benefit for terminal illness provides for up to 75% of the Term Life Insurance coverage amount inforce or $250,000, whichever is less, to be paid to the insured. This benefit is payable only once in the insured's lifetime, and will reduce the life insurance death benefit. Continuation for Disability for Employees Age 60 or over If your active service ends due to disability, at age 60 or over, your coverage will continue while you are disabled. Benefits will remain in force until the earliest of: the date you are no longer disabled, the date the policy terminates, the date you are Disabled for 12 consecutive months, or the day after the last period for which premiums are paid. You are considered disabled if, because of injury or sickness, you are unable to perform all the material duties of your Regular Occupation, or you are receiving disability benefits under your Employer’s plan. Extended Death Benefit The extended death benefit ensures that if you become disabled prior to age 60, and die before it is determined if you qualify for Waiver of Premium, we will pay the life insurance benefit if you remain disabled during that period. If you qualify for this benefit and have insured your spouse or children, their coverage is also extended. No additional premium payment is required for the extended coverage. Waiver of Premium If you are totally disabled prior to age 60 and can't work for at least 9 months, you won't need to pay premiums for your coverage while you are disabled, provided the insurance
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Basic & Voluntary Term Life company approves you for this benefit. You are considered totally disabled when you are completely unable to engage in any occupation for wage or profit because of injury or sickness. This benefit will remain in force until age 65, subject to proof of continuing disability each year. If you qualify and have insured your spouse or children, their premium is also waived.
brochure which may be requested as needed. Premiums may change at this time. Portability This plan allows you to continue all of your voluntary coverage if you leave your employer. Premiums may change at this time. Just pay your premiums directly to the insurance company. Coverage may be continued for you and your spouse until age 70. Coverage may also be continued for your children.
Conversion If group life insurance coverage is reduced or ends for any reason except nonpayment of premiums, you can convert to an individual policy. To convert, you must apply for the conversion policy and pay the first premium payment within 31 days after your group coverage ends. Family members may convert their coverage as well. Converted policies are subject to certain benefits and limits as outlined in the conversion
Exclusions Voluntary life insurance will not be paid if loss of life is the result of suicide that occurs within the first two years of coverage.
How Much Your Coverage Will Cost Per Month (costs are subject to change)
Age
Employee Cost Per $10,000
Spouse Cost Per $10,000
Age
Employee Cost Per $10,000
Spouse Cost Per $10,000
<29
$0.50
$0.50
60-64
$5.90
$5.90
30-34
$0.70
$0.70
65-69
$8.26
$8.26
35-39
$0.80
$0.80
70-74
$10.30
40-44
$1.00
$1.00
75-79
$14.70
45-49
$1.40
$1.40
80+
$14.70
50-54
$2.40
$2.40
55-59
$3.90
$3.90
Benefit
Voluntary Child per $10,000 of Coverage Elected
Cost Calculation Example Age Example
Yours
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Monthly Cost per $10,000 .70
Benefit X X
100,000
/ /
10,000
=
10,000
=
Monthly Cost $7.00
Premium Cost
$1.80
Voluntary Personal Accident Basic Personal Accident Insurance Coverage (paid by your employer)
coverage. We will refund premium if you do not notify us of this and it is determined at the time of a claim that premium has been overpaid.
Employee - If you are an active, full-time employee and work at least 18.75 hours per week for your employer, you are eligible for coverage on the first of the month after 30 days of active service
How Much Your Coverage Will Cost Per Month
Benefit Amount and Maximum based on the option chosen by your employer: • Option I: $5,000 • Option II: $10,000 • Option III: $15,000 • Option IV: $20,000 • Option V: $50,000 Benefit Reduction Schedule – Benefits will reduce to 65% at age 65, 50% at age 70, 25% at age 75.
Voluntary Personal Accident Insurance Coverage (paid by you) Employee - If you are an active, full-time employee and work at least 18.75 hours per week for your employer, you are eligible for coverage on the first of the month after 30 days of active service • • •
Benefit Amount – Units of $10,000 Maximum – $500,000 Benefit Reduction Schedule – Providing you are still employed, your benefits will reduce to 65% at age 70, 45% at age 75, 30% at age 80, 15% at age 85+.
The cost of the voluntary insurance is paid by you. Indicate your choice, or your decision not to elect coverage, on your enrollment form. The monthly cost per $1,000 of coverage is $0.025 for Employee, $0.04 for Family. Costs are subject to change.
A Valuable Combination of Benefits To help survivors of severe accidents adjust to new living circumstances, we will pay benefits according to the chart below.
If, within 365 days of a covered accident, bodily injuries result in: • Loss of life • Total paralysis of upper and
lower limbs, or • Loss of any combination of two:
hands, feet or eyesight, or
100%
• Loss of speech and hearing in
both ears • Total paralysis of both lower or •
Family Plan Benefit Based on Family members at time of accident: • 50% for spouse if no children • 50% for spouse if eligible children • 10% for children if eligible spouse • 10% for children if no spouse
We will pay this % of the benefit amount: 100%
• • •
Spouse maximum principle sum— $250,000 Child maximum principle sum— $50,000
•
No one may be covered more than once under this plan.
•
You may need to request changes to your existing coverage if, in the future, you no longer have dependents who qualify for
•
upper limbs Total paralysis of upper and lower limbs on one side of the body, or Loss of hand, foot or sight in one eye, or Loss of speech or loss of hearing in both ears, or Severance and Reattachment of one hand or foot Total paralysis of one upper or lower limb, or Loss of all four fingers of the same hand, or Loss of thumb and index finger of the same hand Loss of all toes of the same foot
75%
50%
25%
20%
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Voluntary Personal Accident What is Not Covered Self-inflicted injuries or suicide while sane or insane; commission or attempt to commit a felony or an assault; any act of war, declared or undeclared; any active participation in a riot, insurrection or terrorist act; bungee jumping; parachuting; skydiving; parasailing; hanggliding; sickness, disease, physical or mental impairment, or surgical or medical treatment thereof, or bacterial or viral infection; voluntarily using any drug, narcotic, poison, gas or fumes except one prescribed by a licensed physician and taken as prescribed; while operating any type of vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or any drug, narcotic or other intoxicant including any prescribed drug for which the covered person has been provided a written warning against operating a vehicle while taking it; while the covered person is engaged in the activities of active duty service in the military, navy or air force of any country or international organization (this does not include Reserve or National Guard training, unless it extends beyond 31 days); traveling in an aircraft that is owned, leased or controlled by the sponsoring organization or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates; air travel, except as a passenger on a regularly scheduled commercial airline or in an aircraft being used by the Air Mobility Command or its foreign equivalent; being flown by the covered person or in which the covered person is a member of the crew.
When Your Coverage Begins and Ends Coverage becomes effective on the later of the programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s effective date, the date you become eligible, the date we receive your completed enrollment form, or the date you authorize any necessary payroll deductions. Your coverage will not begin unless you are actively at work on the effective date. Dependent coverage will not begin for any dependent who on the effective date is hospital or home confined; receiving chemotherapy or radiation treatment; or disabled and under the care of a physician. Coverage will continue while you and your dependents remain eligible, the group policy is in force, and required premiums are paid.
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Additional Benefits of Personal Accident Insurance For Wearing a Seatbelt & Protection by an Airbag Additional 10% benefit but not more than $25,000 if the covered person dies in an automobile accident while wearing a seatbelt or approved child restraint. We will increase the benefit by an additional 5% but not more than $5,000 if the insured person was also positioned in a seat protected by a properly-functioning and properly deployed Supplemental Restraint System (Airbag).
For Comas 1% of full benefit amount, for up to 11 months, if you, your spouse, or your children are in a coma for 30 days or more as a result of a covered accident. If the covered person is still in a coma after 11 months, or dies, the full benefit amount will be paid.
For Exposure & Disappearance Benefits are payable if you or an insured family member suffer a covered loss due to unavoidable exposure to the elements as a result of a covered accident. If your or an insured family member's body is not found within one year of the disappearance, wrecking or sinking of the conveyance in which you or an insured family member were riding, on a trip otherwise covered, it will be presumed that you sustained loss of life as a result of a covered accident.
For Furthering Education If you die in a covered accident, we will pay an extra benefit for each insured child under age 25 who enrolls in a school of higher learning within one year of your death.
Voluntary Personal Accident We will increase your benefit by 3% or $3,000, whichever is less, for each qualifying child, each year for 4 consecutive years as long as your child continues his/her education. If there is no qualifying child, we will pay an additional $1,000 to your beneficiary.
For Child Care Expenses If you die as a result of a covered accident, we will pay a benefit for a surviving child under 13 who is enrolled in a licensed child care center at the time of the accident or within 90 days afterwards. This benefit is 3% of your benefit amount per year, but not more than $3,000 per year for 5 years or until the child turns 13, whichever occurs first, for each covered child
For Training for Your Spouse If you die from a covered accident, your spouse will receive educational reimbursement if he or she enrolls, within 3 years of your death, in an accredited school to gain skills needed for employment. We will pay the actual cost of the education or training program to 3% of your benefit amount, not exceeding $5,000.
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AFLAC
Critical Illness
YOUR BENEFITS PACKAGE
About this Benefit Critical illness insurance is designed to supplement your medical and disability coverage easing the financial impacts by covering some of your additional expenses. It provides a benefit payable directly to the insured upon diagnosis of a covered condition or event, like a heart attack or stroke.
$16,500 Is the aggregate cost of a hospital stay for a heart attack.
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan 48 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included in the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
Critical Illness Features and Plan Provisions Benefit Amounts Spouse Coverage Guaranteed Issue Amounts Requirement for Group Billing Payment Method Pre-existing Condition Exclusion Waiting Period Benefit Reductions Rate Guarantee Portability/Continuation Rate Type Eligibility Waiver of Premium Separation Period Additional Diagnosis/ Reoccurrence Successor Insured Issue Ages Termination Age Certificate Effective Date
(specific provisions descriptions may vary by state) See Premium Rates and Plan Benefits for available options Up to 100% of the face amount elected by the employee Employee: Up to $20,000 Spouse: Up to $20,000 Participation Requirement: 0% Guaranteed for 2 years To establish group billing, 25 distinct individuals must be paying premiums Payroll Deducted 12/12 There is no waiting period No reduction at any age 2 Years Standard Portability (An employeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coverage may be continued when eligibility or employment ends. Coverage will end on the date the group plan is terminated.) Attained Age Work Week Hours: Employee must work at least 18.75 hours per week. Length of Employment: No minimum requirement; set by employer After 90 days of total disability for an employee due to a covered critical illness, premiums waived for the insured and any covered dependents up to 24 months Additional Diagnosis: 6 consecutive months Reoccurrence: 6 consecutive months (for a cancer diagnosis, treatment-free from cancer for at least 12 months and in complete remission before the date of a subsequent cancer diagnosis) Included Employee: 18+ Spouse: 18+ Children: Under age 26 None Coverage is effective on the billing effective date
Plan Benefits (Benefit provisions may vary by situs state) Base Benefits Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarction) Sudden Cardiac Arrest Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery Major Organ Transplant Bone Marrow Transplant (Stem Cell Transplant) Kidney Failure (End-Stage Renal Failure) Stroke (Ischemic or Hemorrhagic) Cancer Benefits Cancer (Internal or Invasive) Non-Invasive Cancer Skin Cancer Health Screening Benefit Health Screening (payable for employee and spouse only) Additional Benefits Coma Severe Burns Paralysis Loss of Sight Loss of Speech Loss of Hearing
100% 100% 25% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 25% $250 per calendar year $50 per calendar year 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 49
Critical Illness Premium Rates UNITOBACCO - Employee
UNITOBACCO - Spouse
Issue Age
$5,000
$10,000
$15,000
$20,000
Issue Age
$5,000
$10,000
$15,000
$20,000
18-29
$2.71
$3.90
$5.09
$6.28
18-29
$2.71
$3.90
$5.09
$6.28
30-39
$3.62
$5.71
$7.81
$9.91
30-39
$3.62
$5.71
$7.81
$9.91
40-49
$4.85
$8.17
$11.50
$14.82
40-49
$4.85
$8.17
$11.50
$14.82
50-59
$7.82
$14.11
$20.41
$26.71
50-59
$7.82
$14.11
$20.41
$26.71
60+
$18.91
$36.31
$53.70
$71.10
60+
$18.91
$36.31
$53.70
$71.10
Benefits Summary (Benefit provisions vary by situs state) Where applicable, covered conditions must be caused by underlying diseases as defined in the plan. Benefits will be based on the face amount in effect on the critical illness date of diagnosis. Initial Diagnosis+ An insured may receive up to 100% of his face amount upon the diagnosis of a covered critical illness. Additional Diagnosis+ Once benefits have been paid for a covered critical illness, we will pay benefits for each different critical illness when the date of diagnosis is separated by at least 6 consecutive months. Reoccurrence+ Once benefits have been paid for a covered critical illness, benefits are payable for that same critical illness when the date of diagnosis is separated by at least 6 consecutive months. +If the claim is for a cancer diagnosis, the insured must be treatment-free from cancer for at least 12 months and must be in complete remission before the date of a subsequent cancer diagnosis. Health Screening Benefit The Health Screening Benefit is payable once per calendar year for health screening tests performed as the result of preventive care, including tests and diagnostic procedures ordered in connection with routine examinations. This benefit is payable for the covered employee and spouse. This benefit is not paid for dependent children. See Master Policy for the full list of covered health screening tests. Additional Benefits Benefits for burns are only payable for burns due to, caused by, or attributed to, a covered accident. Benefits for Coma, Paralysis, and Loss of Sight, Hearing or Speech are payable for loss due to a covered underlying disease or a covered accident. *Plan designs vary and appearance of benefit provisions here does not guarantee coverage.
Limitations & Exclusions Pre-Existing Conditions Limitation Pre-existing condition is a sickness or physical condition that existed within the 12-month period before the insuredâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s effective date. A medical professional must have advised, diagnosed, or treated the insured for the condition to be considered pre-existing. We will not pay benefits for any critical illness resulting from or affected by a pre-existing condition if the critical illness was diagnosed within the 12-month period after the insuredâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s effective date. 50
Critical Illness Cancer Diagnosis Limitation Benefits are payable for cancer and/or non-invasive cancer as long as the insured: • Is treatment-free from cancer for at least 12 months before the diagnosis date; and Is in complete remission prior to the date of a subsequent diagnosis, as evidenced by the absence of all clinical, radiological, biological, and biochemical proof of the presence of the cancer. Exclusions We will not pay for loss due to: • Self-Inflicted Injuries - injuring or attempting to injure oneself intentionally or taking action that causes oneself to become injured • Suicide - committing or attempting to commit suicide, while sane or insane • Illegal Acts - participating or attempting to participate in an illegal activity, or working at an illegal job • Participation in Aggressive Conflict of any kind, including: War (declared or undeclared) or military conflicts Insurrection or riot Civil commotion or civil state of belligerence • Illegal substance abuse, which includes the following: Abuse of legally-obtained prescription medication Illegal use of non-prescription drugs Diagnosis, treatment, testing, and confinement must be in the United States or its territories. All benefits under the plan, including benefits for diagnoses, treatment, confinement and covered tests, are payable only while coverage is in force.
Notices This proposal is a brief description of coverage, not a contract. Read your policy and riders (as applicable) carefully for exact plan language, terms, and conditions. If this coverage will replace any existing individual policy, please be aware that it may be in your employees' best interest to maintain their individual guaranteed-renewable policy. Notice to Consumer: The coverages provided by Continental American Insurance Company (CAIC) represent supplemental benefits only. They do not constitute comprehensive health insurance coverage and do not satisfy the requirement of minimum essential coverage under the Affordable Care Act. CAIC coverage is not intended to replace or be issued in lieu of major medical coverage. It is designed to supplement a major medical program. In Nevada: This limited plan provides supplemental benefits only. It does not constitute comprehensive health insurance coverage (often referred to as "major medical coverage") and does not satisfy the requirement of minimum essential coverage under the Affordable Care Act. In New Mexico: This type of plan is NOT considered "minimum essential coverage" under the Affordable Care Act and therefore does NOT satisfy the individual mandate that you have health insurance coverage. If you do not have other health insurance coverage, you may be subject to a tax penalty. Please consult your tax advisor. In Washington DC: NOTICE TO CONSUMER: THIS IS A SUPPLEMENTAL TO HEALTH INSURANCE AND IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR MAJOR MEDICAL COVERAGE. LACK OF MAJOR MEDICAL COVERAGE (OR OTHER MINIMUM ESSENTIAL COVERAGE) MAY RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PAYMENT WITH YOUR TAXES. ALSO, THE BENEFITS PROVIDED BY THIS POLICY CANNOT BE COORDINATED WITH THE BENEFITS PROVIDED BY OTHER COVERAGE. PLEASE REVIEW THE BENEFITS PROVIDED BY THIS POLICY CAREFULLY TO AVOID A DUPLICATION OF COVERAGE.
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EECU
HSA (Health Savings Account)
About this Benefit A Health Savings Account is a tax-advantaged medical savings account available to employees who are enrolled in a high-deductible health plan. The funds contributed to the account are not subject to federal income tax at the time of deposit. Unlike a flexible spending account (FSA), funds roll over and accumulate year to year if not spent.
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The interest earned in an HSA is tax free.
Money withdrawn for medical spending never falls under taxable income.
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included This is a general overview of your plan benefits.inIfthe thesummary terms of plan this outline differlocated from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan description on the 52 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website:inwww.esc20bc.net ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
HSA (Health Savings Account) What is an HSA?
How to Use Your Funds
Health Savings Account (HSA) enables you to save for and conveniently pay for qualified healthcare expenses, while you earn tax-free interest and pay no monthly service fees. Opening a Health Savings Account provides both immediate and long term benefits. The money in your HSA is always yours, even if you change jobs, switch your health plan, become unemployed or retire. Your unused HSA balance rolls over from year to year. And best of all, HSAs have tax-free deposits, tax-free earnings and tax-free withdrawals. And after age 65, you can withdraw funds from your HSA penalty-free for any purpose*.
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HSA Debit Card – use your EECU HSA Mastercard® debit card to pay healthcare providers at point-of-sale or by following the instructions provided on a bill from a medical provider.
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Online Bill Pay – sign up, at eecu.org, and use EECU’s free online banking and bill pay to make payments to medical providers directly from your HSA. Online Transfers – use EECU’s online banking or mobile app; reimburse yourself for out-of-pocket expenses by making a transfer from your HSA to your personal checking or savings account. Check – optional HSA checks can be ordered upon request for a fee. You can use these checks to pay healthcare providers and suppliers.
EECU HSA Benefits •
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Save money tax-free for healthcare expenses – contributions are not subject to federal income taxes and can be made by • you, your employer or a third party* • No monthly service fee – so you can save more and earn more • Earn competitive dividends on your entire balance – Save your receipts – for all qualified medical expenses. compounded daily and paid monthly from deposit to EECU does not verify eligibility. You are responsible for withdrawal making sure payments are for qualified medical expenses. • Conveniently pay for qualified healthcare expenses – with a free, no annual fee EECU HSA Debit Mastercard® or via EECU’s free online bill pay. (HSA checks are also available How To Manage Your Account upon request, for a nominal fee**) • Online - check your balance, pay healthcare providers and • Free online, mobile and branch access – allows you to arrange deposits; sign-up for online banking at actively manage your account however you prefer www.eecu.org. • Comprehensive service and support – to assist you in • Mobile - EECU’s mobile app allows you to manage your optimizing your healthcare saving and spending account on the go; download “EECU Mobile Banking” in • Federally insured – to at least $250,000 by NCUA Apple’s App Store and Google Play. • Contact Member Service – call 817-882-0800 for help with 2019 Annual HSA Contribution Limits your HSA questions or transactions. You can also chat with Individual: $3,500 us online at eecu.org or use our secure email. Member Family: $7,000 Service is available Monday through Friday from 8:00am – Catch-Up Contributions: Accountholders who meet the 7:00pm CT, Saturdays from 9am – 1pm CT and closed on qualifications noted below are eligible to make an HSA Sunday. catch-up contribution of an additional $1,000. • Account Statements – monthly statements show all your • Health Savings accountholder account activity for that period. You can receive free online • Age 55 or older (regardless of when in the year an statements or pay $2 per printed statement. accountholder turns 55) * Contributions, investment earnings, and distributions are tax free for federal tax purposes if • Not enrolled in Medicare (if an accountholder enrolls in used to pay for qualified medical expenses, and may or may not be subject to state taxation. Medicare mid-year, catch-up contributions should be A list of Eligible Medical Expenses can be found in IRS Publication 502, http://www.irs.gov/ pub/irs-pdf/p502.pdf. As described in IRS publication 969, http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/ prorated) p969.pdf, certain over-the-counter medications (when prescribed by a doctor) are Authorized Signers who are 55 or older must have their own considered eligible medical expenses for HSA purposes. If an individual is 65 or older, there is no penalty to withdraw HSA funds. However, income taxes will apply if the distribution is not HSA in order to make the catch-up contribution used for qualified medical expenses. For more information consult a tax adviser or your state department of revenue. All contributions and distributions are your responsibility and must be within IRS regulatory limits. ** Call 817-882-0800 or stop-by an EECU branch to order standard checks at no charge (excludes shipping and handling) or order custom checks - prices vary.
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NBS
FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
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About this Benefit A Cafeteria Plan is designed to take advantage of Section 125 of the Internal Revenue Code. It allows you to pay certain qualified expenses on a pre-tax basis, thereby reducing your taxable income. You can set aside a pre-established amount of money per plan year in a Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Funds allocated to a healthcare FSA must be used during the plan year or are forfeited unless your plan contains a $500 rollover or grace period provision.
Unlimited FSA (Non HSA Compatible) The funds in the unlimited healthcare FSA can be used to pay for eligible medical expenses like deductibles, co-payments, orthodontics, glasses and contacts.
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This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan 54 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included in the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
FSA (Flexible Spending Account) NBS Flexcard
When Will I Receive My Flex Card?
You may use the card to pay merchants or service providers that accept MasterCard® credit cards, so there is no need to pay cash up front, then wait for reimbursement. If you are participating in the Dependent Care portion, the money isn’t loaded to the card. You must file web or paper claims or enroll in continual reimbursement.
NBS Prepaid MasterCard® Debit Card
Current plan participants: KEEP YOUR CARDS! NBS debit cards are good for 3 years. If you throw away your cards, there is a $5.00 fee to replace them.
Expect Flex Cards to be delivered to the address listed in THEbenefitsHUB near the end of September. Don’t forget, Flex Cards Are Good For 3 Years!
For a list of sample expenses, please refer to the ESC Region 20 BC benefit website: www.esc20bc.net
NBS Contact Information: 8523 South Redwood Road West Jordan, UT 84088 Phone (800) 274‐0503 Fax (800) 478‐1528 Email: service@nbsbenefits.com
New Plan Participants NBS will mail out your new benefit cards to the address listed in THEbenefitsHUB. They will be sent in unmarked envelopes so please watch for them as they should arrive within 21 business days of effective date. NBS debit cards are good for 3 years.
FSA Annual Contribution Max:
DID YOU KNOW? FSAs use tax-free funds to help pay for your Health Care Expenses.
$2,700
Dependent Care Annual Max: $5,000
Account Information: Participant Account Web Access: www.participant.nbsbenefits.com Participants may call NBS and talk to a representative during regular business hours, Monday-Friday, 8 am to 7 pm Central Time. Participants can also obtain account information using the Automated Voice Response Unit, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at (801) 838-7324 or toll free (800) 274-0503. For immediate access to your account information at any time, log on to the NBS website: www.NBSbenefits.com • • • • •
Detailed claim history and processing status Health Care and Dependent Care account balances Claim forms, Direct Deposit form, worksheets, etc. Online claims FAQs 55
FSA Frequently Asked Questions What is a Flexible Spending Account? A Flexible Spending Account allows you to save money by paying out-of-pocket health and/or dependent care related expenses with pre-tax dollars. Your contributions are deducted from your pay before taxes are withheld and your account is up fronted with an annual amount. Because you are taxed on a lower amount of pay, you pay less in taxes and you have more to spend.
How does a Flexible Spending Account Benefit Me? A Cafeteria plan enables you to save money on group insurance, health-related expenses, and dependent-care expenses. You may save as much as 35 percent on the cost of each benefit option! Eligible expenses must be incurred within the plan year and contributions are use-it-or- lose-it. Remember to retain all your receipts.
Health Care Expense Account Example Expenses: • • • • • • • • • •
Acupuncture Body scans Breast pumps Chiropractor Co-payments Deductible Diabetes Maintenance Eye Exam & Glasses Fertility treatment First aid
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Hearing aids & batteries Lab fees Laser Surgery Orthodontia Expenses Physical exams Pregnancy tests Prescription drugs Vaccinations Vaporizers or humidifiers
Dependent Care Expense Account Example Expenses: • • • •
Before and After School and/or Extended Day Programs The actual care of the dependent in your home. Preschool tuition. The base costs for day camps or similar programs used as care for a qualifying individual.
What Can I Use My Flexible Spending Account On? For a full list of eligible expenses, please refer to www.esc20bc.net
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What Happens If I Don’t Use All of My Funds by The End of the Plan Year (August 31st)? Eligible expenses must be incurred within the plan year +75 day grace period. Contributions are use-it-or- lose-it. Remember to retain all your receipts (including receipts for card swipes).
How Do I File A Claim? In most situations, you will be able to swipe your card however, in the event you lose your card or are waiting to receive one, you can visit www.esc20bc.net and complete the “Claim Form” to send to NBS or use the web or phone app to file online.
How To Receive Your Dependent Care Reimbursement Faster. A Direct Deposit form is available on the Benefits Website which will help you get reimbursed quicker!
How the FSA Plan Works You designate an annual election of pre-tax dollars to be deposited into your health and dependent-care spending accounts. Your total election is divided by the number of pay periods in the Plan year and deducted equally from each paycheck before taxes are calculated. By the end of the Plan year, your total election will be fully deposited. However, you may make a claim for eligible health FSA expenses as soon as they are incurred during the Plan year. Eligible claims will be paid up to your total annual election even if you have not yet contributed that amount to your account.
Get Your Money 1. 2. 3. 4.
Complete and sign a claim form (available on our website) or an online claim. Attach documentation; such as an itemized bill or an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) statement from a health insurance provider. Fax or mail signed form and documentation to NBS. Receive your non-taxable reimbursement after your claim is processed either by check or direct deposit.
NBS Flexcard—FSA Pre-paid Benefit Card Your employer may sponsor the use of the NBS Flexcard, making access to your flex dollars easier than ever. You may use the card to pay merchants or service providers that accept credit cards, so there is no need to pay cash up front then wait for reimbursement.
Account Information Participants may call NBS and talk to a representative during our regular business hours, Monday–Friday, 7am to 6pm Mountain Time. Participants can also obtain account information using the Automated Voice Response Unit, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at (801) 838-7324 or toll free (800) 274-0503. For immediate access to your account information at any time, log on to our website: www.NBSbenefits.com Information includes: • Detailed claim history and processing status • Health Care and Dependent Care account balances • Claim forms, worksheets, etc. • Online Claim Submission
Enrollment Considerations After the enrollment period ends, you may increase, decrease, or stop your contribution only when you experience a qualifying “change of status” (marriage status, employment change, dependent change). Be conservative in the total amount you elect to avoid forfeiting money that may be left in your account at the end of the year. Your employer may allow a short grace period after the Plan year ends for you to submit qualified claims for any unused funds.
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MASA YOUR BENEFITS PACKAGE
Medical Transport
About this Benefit Medical Transport covers emergency transportation to and from appropriate medical facilities by covering the out-of-pocket costs that are not covered by insurance. It includes emergency transportation via ground ambulance, air ambulance and helicopter.
A ground ambulance can cost up to
$2,400
and a helicopter transportation fee can cost
over $30,000
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan 58 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included in the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
Medical Transport MASA provides medical emergency transportation solutions and covers your out of pocket medical transport cost when your insurance falls short. MASA does not use a network, which means you are covered anywhere.
THE TRUTH... Americans today suffer from a false sense of security that their medical coverage will pay for all costs associated with emergency or critical care transport. The reality is that a majority of Americans are only partially covered for these high costs. Most healthcare policies will only pay based off of the “Usual and Customary Charges” while Medicare pays based off a set fee schedule, both leaving you with the remainder of the bill. BENEFIT You face the possibility that your medical coverage will deny the claim leaving you responsible for the ENTIRE bill. MASA provides medical emergency transportation solutions AND cover your out of pocket medical transport cost when your insurance falls short.
EMERGENT $9/mo. (30% off)
Emergency Helicopter Transport
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Emergency Ground Ambulance Transport
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“All I had to do was send the bill which was never paid by Medicare and TriCare for Life --- and the rest is history. When MASA received that bill, it was paid and all amounts owed satisfied.” --- MASA Member, 2015
MASA MTS for Employees Ensures... • • • • • •
NO health questions NO age limits NO claim forms NO deductibles NO provider network limitations NO dollar limits on emergency transport costs
What is Covered? • •
Emergency Helicopter Transport Emergency Ground Ambulance Transport
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ID WATCHDOG
Identity Theft
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About this Benefit Identity theft protection monitors and alerts you to identity threats. Resolution services are included should your identity ever be compromised while you are covered.
An identity is stolen every 2 seconds, and takes over
300 hours
to resolve, causing an average loss of $9,650.
This is a general overview of your plan benefits. If the terms of this outline differ from your policy, the policy will govern. Additional plan 60 details on covered expenses, limitations and exclusions are included in the summary plan description located on the ESC Region 20 BC Benefits Website: www.esc20bc.net
Identity Theft Identity theft can strike anyone, at any time. More than 11 million Americans were victimized by identity theft in 2011, including more than 500,000 children.
Identity theft devastates its victims financially. The average victim will lose $4,841, and spend an additional $1,400 in out-of-pocket expenses resolving their case.
Repairing the damage caused by identity theft is frustrating and time consuming.
ID Watchdog Monthly Rates Individual Plan
$7.95
Family Plan
$14.95
ID Watchdog Services Basic & Advanced Identity Monitoring Cyber Monitoring Full-Service Identity Restoration Non-Credit Loan Monitoring Address Monitoring Credit Report Monitoring 100% Resolution Guarantee
The average victim spends 330 hours repairing the damage from identity theftâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;the equivalent of working a full-time job for more than 2 months.
The impact of identity theft follows victims for years. 50% of identity theft victims experience trouble getting loans or credit cards as a result of identity theft. 12% of identity theft victims end up having warrants issued by law enforcement in their name for crimes committed by the identity thief.
Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Evaluating your Credit Report? Potential Creditors, Potential Employers, Insurance Companies, Current Creditors, Government Agencies
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