With the continued rising cost of group health insurance premiums for employers, the MBA is committed to finding ways to help its members with their benefit costs. Thanks to long-term partnerships with industry-leading carriers such as Delta Dental, Hartford, Eastern Alliance, VBA Insurance, and UCCI, MBA members have exclusive access to premium benefit plans at highly competitive rates. Here’s what members need to know:
VBA Vision Insurance
Extremely competitive rates (start at just $3.76 per month) and great plans that are easy to use. Groups must have at least two participants. This benefit can be employer or employee paid with no contribution requirements on the employer’s part. There are no additional billing fees or administrative costs.
Delta Dental
Provides exclusive plans and discounted rates available to groups as small as two. Delta is the No. 1 provider of dental benefits in the United States with a large national network. There are no waiting periods for coverage or treatment. Six plans available including one that covers adult orthodontics.
Hartford Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Provides exclusive rates for MBA members and is available to groups as small as two. These plans require no medical underwriting and have no waiting periods. They also include many value-added services such as preparing a will at no cost.
UCCI – Dental Insurance
A leading national dental solutions company focused on delivering high-quality, cost- effective care. The company is licensed in all 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico. The MBA now offers two plans to MBA members.
Eastern Alliance Workers’ Compensation
MBA members have access to workers’ compensation insurance through our partner Eastern Alliance Insurance Group (EAIG), which provides the opportunity for stable rates and competitive pricing. This program offers the potential of a group policyholder dividend for all participants, including small groups.
Medicare
Through partner MPC Insurance, MBA members have experts available to help with navigating Medicare for your eligible employees — provided at no cost to MBA members.
Employee Assistance Program
MBA members enjoy an exclusive 10-percent off all WorkPartner EAP Services, which includes organizational support, consulting and training for employers and employees.
Be sure to ask your broker about these great products available through the MBA or email me at mlesniewski@mbausa.org with any questions.
Melissa Lesniewski
is the coordinator of Member Benefits at the Manufacturer & Business Association. Contact her at 814/833-3200, 800/815-2660 or mlesniewski@mbausa.org.
