2021 Updates and Reminders

With rates comparable to Kaiser, and networks that include UCSF, Stanford, and Sutter, offer Cigna + Oscar (C+O) to your clients (1-100 employees). And take advantage of the 2021 Broker Bonus Programs.

Updates

• First Case Bonus: Earn a $1,000 bonus when you enroll your first C+O group with 4 or more eligible employees. January 1, 2021 to March 31, 2021 effective dates.
• 4 for 4 for $4K Bonus: Earn a $4,000 bonus when you enroll at least 4 C+O groups with 4 or more eligible employees per group. October 1, 2020 to January 1, 2021 effective dates.

Reminders

• 30%+ savings on bronze plans.
• 15% savings between Open Access Plus network and Local Plus network.
• 24/7 free and unlimited virtual urgent care for all members.
• Dedicated care guides for all members.
• Large group formulary with Express-Scripts and Accredo.

Learn more.

2021 Reminders and Updates

To ensure your success in 2021, below are important reminders and updates from Covered California for Small Business.

Reminders

• Exclusive Tax Credit: Your small groups may be eligible for up to 50% credit of premiums as a for-profit employer and up to 35% credit of premiums as a non-profit employer.
• Get Claremont's Tax Credit Solution with tips on how to sell the tax credit to your clients and downloadable resources.

Updates

• New Business Submission Deadlines for 2021.
  The submission deadline for January 2021 effective dates has been extended to January 15, 2021.
• Covered California IFP Website Relaunched. 
• MyCCSB Portal Guides: Agents and employers can access helpful guides for adding or terminating an employee and/or dependent.

Learn more about the tax credit and get the details on all the updates.

Dental & Vision Renewal Rate Pass
Extended to May 31, 2021

To help small businesses (groups with 99 or fewer employees) who may be facing challenges as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, MetLife will hold rates (no rate increase) for dental and vision renewals with effective dates commencing on or before May 31, 2021. (Excludes cases written through a Trust, Association, or PEO.) Learn more.

Apple Fitness+ Now available to Motion Members

Starting in 2021, UnitedHealthcare Motion® members with an Apple Watch® will be eligible to sign up for Apple Fitness+ and get a five consecutive month subscription at no additional cost.

Members will have access to Apple Fitness+ digital studio-style workouts with real-time metrics from Apple Watch synced to their iPhone, iPad or Apple TV, so they can follow their workout progress on screen. And they can choose from 10 workout types, with new workouts added every week that can be completed anytime, anywhere. Members can handpick music from their favorite artists to stay motivated. What's more, Motion members may earn financial rewards for participating in Apple Fitness+ workouts. Learn more.

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As always, we'll keep you informed about healthcare issues and news affecting you and your clients. Our knowledgeable team is here to help you succeed.

Questions?
Contact your Claremont team at 800.696.4543 or info@claremontcompanies.com.