Blue Shield - Recap of 2022 Small Business Broker Roadshow

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Blue Shield – Recap of 2022 Small Business Broker Roadshow

Oct 4, 2021, 2 Minute Read

If you missed the recent Blue Shield of CA Q1-2022 Small Business Broker Road Show, below is a summary of the presentation. Access the recording (password: Blue123!), presentation slides, and questions and answers submitted during the event.

Please note: the release date for Q1-2022 rates, plans, marketing materials, January 2022 renewals, and forms is anticipated to be on October 7, 2021.

Q1-2022 Rates

State Average HMO Rate Action – 1.3%
State Average PPO Rate Action – 1.2%

Medical

New PPO and HMO plan offerings for 2022:
- Two Bronze PPOs
- One Silver HMO
- One Bronze HMO
Relaxed Participation Promotion for small businesses has been extended through 2022 (previously expired December 31, 2021).
Mirror plans can now participate in the Relaxed Participation Promotion.
Mirror plans can now be sold alongside another carrier.

Broker Bonus Program

Earn points for qualified sales with the Small Business Incentive Program (June 2021 to January 2022 effective dates). Groups written through Claremont are eligible for this program.
- Brokers can redeem points for rewards from hundreds of great options, such as gift cards, electronics, and more. Or convert points into cash with a Visa gift card.
Keep track of your bonus points and what you’ve earned by enrolling in the Blue Shield Producer Rewards Program. To get started, sign up through the Broker Connection.

Dental

22 new dental PPO plans will be added based on benefit levels. Five DPPO categories:
- DPPO Bronze/Bronze Voluntary
- DPPO Silver
- DPPO Gold
- DPPO Platinum
- DPPO Diamond (New Level)

Implants are covered on all tiers except the Bronze tier.
Calendar year maximum range is from $1,000 up to $5,000.
Orthodontia is available for an adult + child except for the Bronze tier (child only).
New dental plans are available in 2022 for new groups.
Renewing groups in 2022 may continue to renew old portfolio plans or move into the new plans.
Orthodontic in Progress takeover is now available for DHMO in 2022 (previously only available for DPPO).

Vision

For vision plans with contact lens benefits, the contact lens allowance will match the frame allowance. This will be available for both new and renewing groups in 2022.

2022 Broker Roadshow Materials

Additional Blue Shield Resources

COVID-19 Resources

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