08/06/2010
Reminder regarding our standard method of distribution for group benefit booklets
In June we let you know about changes in our standard method of distribution for group benefit booklets. We want to remind you that benefit booklets and plan summaries are currently available online for our newer health-focused products. Members can log in at myRegence.com to locate their specific booklet and summary under My Navigator. All they need to do is select My Account and View My Coverage and then click on View Benefits Booklet/Policy. Group administrators can access their booklet and plan summary on Employer Center by going to Resources and selecting Benefits.
We no longer automatically fulfill paper copies of the group benefit booklet for members who enroll in our newer health-focused products. Instead, we mail one copy of the contract and booklet per plan to the group and the producer. If you or your clients require additional copies or an electronic version of a benefit booklet or plan summary, please talk to your Regence Sales contact.
ERISA Plan Note: If the benefit booklet is used as a component of the summary plan description and you want to investigate meeting the distribution requirement electronically, see 29 CFR §2520.104b-1(c) for the U.S. Department of Labor's electronic distribution safe harbor.
We appreciate your support as we continue our efforts to control administrative expenses and ensure that your clients and their employees have the information they need to make informed decisions about their health care.
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