News & Updates
Anthem Blue Cross announced their April 2011 quarterly rate adjustments to their 2-50 and 51-99 portfolios, averaging 3.3% statewide for medical. Other news includes:
Other recent news announced by Anthem Small Group includes: |
NEW MID-LEVEL PPO PLANS
Anthem Blue Cross is adding three new mid-level PPO plans to their 2-50 EmployeeElect and 51-99 portfolios. PPO 1000/$25
PPO 1500/$35
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SELECT NETWORK
Beginning with April 1, 2011 effective dates, all Anthem HMO plans can be sold with the Select HMO network. Eligible HMO plans include:
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Select HMO network may not be sold alongside Anthem's full HMO network. |
MEDICAL RATE ADJUSTMENTS
Average statewide rate increases by portfolio and product are provided below. Since increases vary by plan and region, please contact any member of your b&p Sales Team to obtain plan specific rate increases.
EmployeeElect (Grandfathered and Non-Grandfathered plans)
EmployeeChoice = 7.3%
BeneFits = 4.4%
Quarterly Rate Adjustments
Anthem Blue Cross Small Group has issued the following quarterly rate adjustments. It should be noted that these rate adjustments are averages and vary by plan and by region.
April 2011 Book Rates
Book rates are currently available below, on the b&p website and bpServ (b&p's iPhone app).
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ANCILLARY CHANGES
Dental Blue 100-80 PPO Plans
Other Dental PPO & DHMO Plans
Vision & Life Rates & Benefits
Don't Forget the Specialty Discounts
Click here for the Anthem Ancillary Bonus Flyer.
Click here for the Anthem Specialty Cheat Sheet.
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RAF PROGRAM - PEO GROUPS ELIGIBLE - EXTENDED
Current RAF Program Extended
The Anthem Blue Cross RAF Program will continue through June 15, 2011 effective dates.
Six (6) or more enrolling are eligible for a .90 RAF* PEO Groups Eligible for RAF Program Extended
PEO spin-off groups are eligible for the RAF Program through June 15, 2011 effective dates, assuming all other eligibility requirements are met.
Ten (10) or more enrolling are eligible for a .90 RAF*
* Click here for the Program Guidelines.
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IMPORTANT DATES
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Please contact any member of your b&p Sales Team for assistance with quote requests and questions regarding the details above - 888.722.3373. |