Is there a Dental & Vision Special Enrollment Opportunity?

Yes.

UnitedHealthcare has announced a Dental & Vision Special Enrollment Opportunity to enroll employees who previously did not enroll in Dental and/or Vision coverage. The one-time opportunity will be limited to those employees who previously waived coverage or did not elect coverage for themselves or their dependents (e.g., spouses or children).

• The enrollment opportunity will extend from May 18, 2020 through May 29, 2020, for a June 1st effective date.
• Employers are not required to adopt the SEP, so no opt-out action is required.
• Dependents such as spouses and children, can be added if they are enrolled in the same coverage or benefit option as the employee.
• This SEP is not intended to allow current members to make a change in plan options.

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Does UnitedHealthcare have some information related to employer groups returning to their worksites?

Get the answer in UnitedHealthcare’s COVID-19 Back to Worksite FAQs.

Where can I find information on the recent COVID-19 Special Enrollment Period for medical plans?

UnitedHealthcare’s FAQs on the Special Enrollment Period has answers to many questions.

What emotional, behavioral and mental health services and benefits does UnitedHealthcare provide for employees and their families?

• Optum 24/7 emotional support helpline. 1-866-342-6892. Free of charge to anyone, not just members. 
• In-network tele-behavioral costs waived. 
• Free on-demand emotional support mobile app from Sanvello. 

Contact Claremont for more information.

What is UnitedHealthcare doing to make it easier for members to receive their prescriptions?

• Early refill limits waived have been waived.
• No fee mail service is available for Optum Rx members.
• Free home delivery is also available through several pharmacy chains.

Learn more.

Is UnitedHealthcare considering off-renewal premium changes for small businesses that may be financially impacted?

Get the answer in UnitedHealthcare’s COVID-19 Business Disruption Support FAQs.

Disability: are there any exclusions for pandemics?

No, there’s no exclusion for pandemics. COVID-19 is evaluated like any other medical condition.

Contact Claremont for more information.

Are there any extensions to new group application deadlines?

Yes. Check the Carrier Responses section of our COVID-19 resource page for the latest information.

What is UnitedHealthcare policy on telehealth services?

Get the answer in UnitedHealthcare’s COVID-19 Virtual Visits and Telehealth FAQs.

Does UnitedHealthcare cover treatment for COVID-19?

Get the answer in UnitedHealthcare’s COVID-19 Coverage and Benefits FAQs.