General News
Published December 14, 2020
Cost share waivers extended
Premera Blue Cross has extended the cost share waiver for COVID-19-related treatment for fully insured groups and self-funded groups that have opted in until March 31, 2021. With the new plan year for most plans beginning January 1, 2021, cost share waivers for telehealth will end on December 31, 2020.
Notices of benefits and coverage going to members
As required by the Federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Premera must notify members of their benefits and coverage related to COVID-19.
Premera will issue notifications to your participating employees beginning December 15, 2020. The notices include links to helpful resources on our website including the Coronavirus Benefits and Care page for the latest information and important dates, and the Summary of Benefits and Coverage page for COVID-19-related amendments to plans. Feel free to share these resources with your employees to help them understand the changes to their benefit plan.
For other key dates and information about COVID-19, visit our COVID-19 FAQ for employers.