Market Review Example DESIGNED FOR Company Logo Here 123 Main Street Chicago, Il 60604 PROPOSAL PREPARED BY: Aris Group www.AG-Benefits.com Aris Group - OH 7862 Kingland Dr. Suite 100 West Chester, OH 45069 (513) 373-4145 This statement serves as an acknowledgement that the client has been made aware of the following: This benefit comparison is for illustration purposes only, is not complete, and is to be an initial step in the client’s market review process. Please see product brochures and/or policies for a complete description of all benefits, definitions, rates, and exclusions. Table of Contents Page Number Carrier Recommendations 3 Carrier Examination 4 Service Model 5 Accident Plan 6 – 13 Short-Term Disability 14 - 15 Critical Illness Plan (Lump Sum) 16 – 21 Life Insurance – Term Coverage 22 - 24 Page 2 RECOMMENDATION S PROPOSED SOLUTIONS sS Our recommendations are based on our analysis of your current benefits and the objective of potentially lowering rates of voluntary coverage for employees while increasing overall participation. We’ve identified the carrier(s) and specific products below. We feel these new benefits will compliment your existing medical plan design(s) based on the demographics of your employees. You will find a detailed overview of each product, located on the pages that follow. Carrier Logo Here Carrier Logo Here Accident Critical Illness (Lump Sum) Short-Term Disability Life Insurance The Aris Group has designed the following policies to give the employees best in class options. With a high priority on increasing benefits we were also mindful of containing premiums for employees. RATE SUMMARY See attached for Detailed Rate information Page 3 HOW DO WE FIND THE CORRECT -CARRIER -PRODUCT -PRICE -ENROLLMENT SOLUTION -SERVICE MODEL EXPERIENCE The Aris Group is a team of 10 to 25 yr. veteran field agents and managers Market Review Enrollment Solutions Carrier’s are rated based on a specific list of criteria: Veteran agents help you customize the most -Strength of products (benefit/cost) -Online Capabilities -Underwriting -Ease of Doing Business Our carrier agnostic evaluation optimizes our ability to deliver the best worksite benefits experience suitable employee education solutions with: -1 on 1 meetings -Group Presentations -Online enrollments -Call Center Traditional and ‘outside the box’ solutions! DUE DILIGENCE COMPLETE Post Enrollment Support Claim Support Aris Group’s top priority CSR’s handle claims A-Z Billing Support Aris Group CSR’s ensure: -Policy’s are issued correctly -Bills are reconciled correctly When It Comes To Service…….. Be Sure To ‘Look Under The Hood’ The Aris Group invests in the time and resources necessary to administer worksite benefits the right way. Client Services: Our mission is to provide our clients with the consultative delivery of the correct carrier, product, and enrollment solutions. In addition, we place a strong emphasis on delivering the post enrollment support necessary for a successful worksite benefits experience. Consultation The Aris Group specializes, only, in voluntary/worksite benefits. - We examine as many carriers as possible to ensure we can provide solutions on a case by case basis. - Minor & major differences, with each carrier & product, contribute to the success of the worksite benefits experience o Our focus on worksite benefits, along with our experience, makes us highly proficient in identifying the correct carrier and product Enrollment Communication Each client is different & a successful enrollment requires careful consideration. - Our team of worksite benefit veterans will identify the optimal enrollment solution, specific to each client - We can also provide communication services for a client’s core health benefits Administration A limited number of firms in the country provide the level of post enrollment support provided by the Aris Group - Aris Group Customer Service Representatives (CSR’s) help employees through the claim process ▪ Worksite products can sometimes be ‘maintenance heavy’ at the time of claim ▪ Each carrier & product’s specific claim processing protocol requires careful consideration: ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Where do I get the claim form Did I fill out the claim form correctly Do I need to include medical records Where/how do I obtain those medical records ✓ ✓ ✓ Where do I send the claim form & medical records Were the medical records & claim forms received Is there additional info. needed by the carrier Aris Group CSR’s work with the policy holder, through this process, from start to finish - Aris Group can create a customized website designed for each client (includes: claim instruction & contact info) Aris Group CSR’s also support pre-enrollment case setup and post enrollment billing oversight o Our goal is to minimize the burden of the client’s HR team Built from a team of worksite veterans With a belief in the product and a genuine care and concern for the policy holder Page 5 Accident Coverage Comparison* 24hr-Coverage Emergency Room with X-ray X-Ray Benefit Physician Office Follow-up Doctor visits Physical, Occupational or Speech Therapy Appliances (Crutches) Organized Sporting Benefit Gunshot Wound Ambulance - Ground / Air Lacerations (Stitches) Diagnostic – MRI, CT Scan, EEG Broken Tooth (Crown) Eye Injury (Surgical Repair) Current Carrier Option 4 $170 $30 $120 $40 $40 $120 25% N/A $250/$1,875 $40-$600 $250 $500 $350 Proposed Carrier $300 $300 $150 $100 $60 $250 10% $2,000 $300/$900 $50-$200 $150 $400 $400 Hospitalization Initial Hospital Admission Daily Hospital Confinement Daily Intensive Care Confinement Blood, Plasma, Platelets Transportation Lodging Benefit $1,500 $300 $500 $300 $700 $150 $1,000 $200 $400 $900 $200 $200 Fractures (Closed Reduction) Hip Leg Upper Arm, Shoulder Blade Ankle, Kneecap and Forearm Foot, Hand or Wrist Nose Fingers $2,000 $1,000 $450 $400 $400 $450 $150 $3,600 $2,200 $2,200 $1,600 $1,400 $600 $280 Dislocation (Closed Reduction) Hip Knee Ankle / Foot Lower Jaw Wrist or Elbow $1,125 $450 $360 $600 $450 $4,000 $1,600 $1,600 $1,000 $1,200 Accidental Death Only Wellness Benefit Rates – Weekly - OH Employee Employee + Spouse Employee + Children Family $50k / $50k / $10k $60 1 / Family / Year $8.13 $10.89 $12.18 $15.51 $40k / $20k / $10k $50 2-Person / 4-Family $3.66 $6.40 $7.66 $11.33 *This benefit comparison is for illustration purposes only, is not complete, and is to be an initial step in the client’s market review process. Please see product brochures and/or policies for a complete description of all benefits, definitions, rates, and exclusions. Page 6 Group Accident Expense Insurance for Aris Group Even with a good health insurance plan, a trip to the doctor or hospital can be expensive. Many people find themselves paying more out of their own pocket each year. If you or someone in your family are hurt in an accident, the last thing you want to think about is how you are going to pay for medical care. Accident expense insurance provides peace of mind and gives you additional cash to help pay your health insurance deductible and other expenses. Group Accident Expense insurance pays a benefit directly to you when you Know you and your family are protected. It's easy — sign up today receive treatment from a physician for a covered accident. Key Features Helps with out-of-pocket expenses associated with covered accidents No deductibles, copays, coinsurance or networks - see any doctor Guaranteed issue – no medical exams or tests Portable – coverage continues if you retire or change jobs, as long as you pay the premiums Flexible - Proposal 113363 Page 7 Your Group Accident Expense Benefits (24-Hour) - Ohio Form Nos. G H1708/G H1708C (HSA Compatible) Plan includes the benefits listed in the schedule below for a covered accident. Coverage is 24-Hour. All treatment must be provided or prescribed by a physician and is a payable only once per insured per accident unless otherwise noted. In most states, the term physician does not include chiropractor or dentist. Each benefit is also subject to conditions for payments as detailed in the certificate. Emergency Care Payable within 60 days of accident unless otherwise noted Initial Accident Treatment One physician’s office, urgent care or emergency room visit per accident within 60 days of accident for doctor’s office and urgent care; within 30 days of accident for: Physician's Office - $150; Urgent Care - $150; Emergency Room - $300 Telemedicine Treatment $60 Ambulance Transport to or from hospital; pays one of the of the following: Ground - $300; Air - $900 X-Rays $300 Diagnostic Exams CT, CAT, MRI or EEG - $150 Blood, Plasma or Platelets Processing or transfusion - $900 Emergency Room Observation Unit Held in hospital, without admission, after ER treatment: 4 to 20 hours - $75; 20 or more hours - $150 Supportive Care Benefits in this category only payable if Initial Accident Treatment or Telemedicine Treatment benefit was paid for same injury. Follow-Up Treatment Pays $100 per visit, up to 2 visits per accident. Physical, Occupational or Speech Therapy Pays $60 per visit, up to 6 visits per accident. Chiropractic/Acupuncture Treatment Pays $60 per visit, up to 2 visits per accident. Epidural Pain Management Pays $100. Prescription Medication Other than while confined in hospital or nursing home; pays $10 up to two per accident; up to six per calendar year. Medical Supplies Over-the-counter; pays $10 once per accident; up to three per calendar year. Appliances Rented or purchased, such as crutches or wheelchair; pays $250. Prosthetic Devices Not including hearing or dental aids, eyeglassesor cosmetic devices; pays $1,000 for one device or $2,000 for mulitple devices. Residence/Vehicle Modification Pays $1,000. Transportation For physician treatment 50 or more miles from residence; up to three round trips per accident; pays $200 per trip for ground transportation or $500 for air transportation. Lodging For companion accompanying an insured traveling more than 100 miles from residence for treatment; up to 30 days per accident; pays $200 per day. Proposal 113363 GROUP ACCIDENT EXPENSE INSURANCE PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFIT COVERAGE AND MAY CONTAIN REDUCTIONS OF BENEFITS, LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS. The description of benefits is intended only to highlight the insured employee’s benefits and should not be relied upon to fully determine coverage. If this description conflicts in any way with the terms of the policy/certificate, the terms of the policy/ certificate prevail. For complete benefits descriptions and conditions, see the policy/certificate. Page 8 Your Group Accident Expense Benefits (24-Hour) - Ohio Form Nos. G H1708/G H1708C (HSA Compatible) Plan includes the benefits listed in the schedule below for a covered accident. Coverage is 24-Hour. All treatment must be provided or prescribed by a physician and is a payable only once per insured per accident unless otherwise noted. In most states, the term physician does not include chiropractor or dentist. Each benefit is also subject to conditions for payments as detailed in the certificate. Specific Injury Care Burns Pays a percentage of the $2,000 burn benefit, where the percentage payable is based on degree of burn and percentage of body affected. Burns — Skin Graft - Pays 50 percent of the burn benefit. Child Organized Sport Pays 10 percent of all other payable benefits resulting from injury of dependent child during amateur organized athletic competition or supervised practice for such; up to $1,000 maximum. Coma Not medically induced or the result of drug or alcohol use - pays $40,000. Concussion Pays $100; not payable if traumatic brain injury benefit is paid. Dental Emergency Natural tooth treatment provided by a dentist - pays $400 for dental crown; pays $120 for dental extraction. Dislocation Pays a percentage of the $8,000 benefit for open reduction or the $4,000 benefit for closed reduction, where the percentage payable is based on the joint or bone affected and degree of dislocation. Ear Injury Resulting in hearing loss greater than 60 percent; pays $400 once per lifetime. Eye Injury Requiring surgery or removal of foreign object; pays $400. Fracture Pays a percentage of the $8,000 benefit for open reduction or the $4,000 benefit for closed reduction, where the percentage payable is based on the joint or bone affected. Gunshot Wound Requiring hospitalization and surgery; pays $2,000. Lacerations Pays a percentage of the $200 laceration benefit, where the percentage payable is based on the length of laceration. Occupational HIV Pays $1,200 on diagnosis. Paralysis Lasting 90 or more days and diagnosed to be permanent; one paralysis benefit payable per lifetime; pays $60,000 for quadriplegia or $30,000 for paraplegia. Poisoning Pays $100. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Pays $800. Traumatic Brain Injury Diagnosed by CT, CAT, MRI, EEG, PET or X-Ray; pays $1,200. Proposal 113363 GROUP ACCIDENT EXPENSE INSURANCE PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFIT COVERAGE AND MAY CONTAIN REDUCTIONS OF BENEFITS, LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS. The description of benefits is intended only to highlight the insured employee’s benefits and should not be relied upon to fully determine coverage. If this description conflicts in any way with the terms of the policy/certificate, the terms of the policy/ certificate prevail. For complete benefits descriptions and conditions, see the policy/certificate. Page 9 Your Group Accident Expense Benefits (24-Hour) - Ohio Form Nos. G H1708/G H1708C (HSA Compatible) Plan includes the benefits listed in the schedule below for a covered accident. Coverage is 24-Hour. All treatment must be provided or prescribed by a physician and is a payable only once per insured per accident unless otherwise noted. In most states, the term physician does not include chiropractor or dentist. Each benefit is also subject to conditions for payments as detailed in the certificate. Hospital Care Daily benefits paid within 180 days of accident Hospital Admission Pays $1,000 once per calendar year. Hospital Confinement Pays $200 per day, up to 365 days per accident. Intensive Care Pays $400 per day, up to 30 days per accident. Sub-Acute Intensive Care Pays $300 per day, up to 30 days per accident. Rehabilitation Unit Pays $200 per day, up to 30 days per accident; 60 days per calendar year. Child Care during Hospital Confinement Pays $40 per day for care of all dependent children by licensed provider while insured is confined to hospital; up to 30 days per accident. Surgical Care Paid within 180 days of accident Open Abdominal, Thoracic or Cranial Surgery Not including hernia; pays $1,000. Tendon, Ligament, Rotator Cuff or Knee Cartilage Surgery Pays $500. Ruptured Disc Surgery Pays $500. Hernia Surgery Pays $250. Exploratory Surgery Diagnostic arthroscopic or laparoscopic; pays $250; not payable if any other surgery benefit is paid. Miscellaneous Outpatient Surgery Must require anesthesia; pays $100; not payable if any other surgery benefit is paid. Anesthesia Administered for a payable surgery benefit; pays $100. Preventive Care Rider (Form No. R G1723C) Pays $50 once per day, up to two times per insured per calendar year, subject to a maximum of four times for all insured persons per calendar year, for the following screenings or exams: ● Blood screening for triglycerides, cholesterol, HDL, LDL or fasting blood glucose ● Annual physical exam ● Routine eye exam ● Immunization Proposal 113363 GROUP ACCIDENT EXPENSE INSURANCE PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFIT COVERAGE AND MAY CONTAIN REDUCTIONS OF BENEFITS, LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS. The description of benefits is intended only to highlight the insured employee’s benefits and should not be relied upon to fully determine coverage. If this description conflicts in any way with the terms of the policy/certificate, the terms of the policy/ certificate prevail. For complete benefits descriptions and conditions, see the policy/certificate. Page 10 Your Group Accident Expense Benefits (24-Hour) - Ohio Form Nos. G H1708/G H1708C (HSA Compatible) Plan includes the benefits listed in the schedule below for a covered accident. Coverage is 24-Hour. All treatment must be provided or prescribed by a physician and is a payable only once per insured per accident unless otherwise noted. In most states, the term physician does not include chiropractor or dentist. Each benefit is also subject to conditions for payments as detailed in the certificate. Accidental Death and Dismemberment Rider Form R G1712C Accidental Death Benefit Pays $40,000 for employee, $20,000 for insured spouse and $10,000 for insured child; not payable if Accidental Death-Common Carrier benefit is paid. Accidental Death Seatbelt Benefit Additional death benefit if seatbelt in use; pays $10,000 for employee, $5,000 for insured spouse and $2,500 for insured child. Accidental Death - Common Carrier Benefit If fare-paying passenger on common carrier; $100,000 for employee, $50,000 for insured spouse and $25,000 for insured child. Accidental Death - Children Education Benefit Additional benefit for dependent children enrolled in post-secondary educational institution; pays $1,000 per accidental death, per qualifying dependent child. Accidental Dismemberment Benefit Pays a percentage of $40,000 for employee, $20,000 for insured spouse and $10,000 for insured child, where the percentage varies by body part. Proposal 113363 GROUP ACCIDENT EXPENSE INSURANCE PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFIT COVERAGE AND MAY CONTAIN REDUCTIONS OF BENEFITS, LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS. The description of benefits is intended only to highlight the insured employee’s benefits and should not be relied upon to fully determine coverage. If this description conflicts in any way with the terms of the policy/certificate, the terms of the policy/ certificate prevail. For complete benefits descriptions and conditions, see the policy/certificate. Page 11 $3.66 Weekly Premiums $6.40- Ohio Group Accident Expense $0.00 $0.00 All Ages $0.00 $0.00Tier Coverage $7.66 $11.33 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Employee $0.00 Employee and Spouse $0.00 Employee and Children $0.00 Family $3.66 $6.40 $7.66 $11.33 Proposal 113363 *Premium rates shown are for the combined group Accident Expense policy and rider benefits as summarized in the proposal. For complete benefit descriptions, limitations, conditions and exclusions, see the policy/certificate. Policy availability, features, provisions and rates may vary by state. Page 12 Group Accident Expense - Ohio Form G H1708/G H1708C Limitations, Conditions and Exclusions The following represents some policy limitations, conditions and exclusions. For complete details of the coverage, please contact your agent, Assurity or ask to review the policy. Provisions may vary by state. Limitations GROUP ACCIDENT EXPENSE INSURANCE PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFIT COVERAGE. This insurance does not provide major medical coverage and does not satisfy the requirement for minimum essential coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Availability of this product, and its benefits and premiums as presented, is subject to the approval of Assurity. Some applicants with pre-existing conditions may not be eligible for coverage. Product availability, features and rates may vary by state. All benefits, premiums, conditions, exclusions and limitations are governed by the actual contract as provided by Assurity, not this proposal. Coverage Conditions Actively Employed – The employee must be actively employed to be eligible for coverage. Right to Cancel – The contract contains a 30-day free look period. Termination – Coverage will terminate the earliest of the following: the date policy terminates for any reason; the date employee is no longer an employee (portability available); when premiums are not paid by the end of the grace period; the date Assurity receives written notice to terminate; when the employee establishes residence in a foreign country; or upon the employee's death. Exclusions Assurity will not pay benefits for losses caused by or the result of any Insured Person(s): ● operating, learning to operate, or serving as a crew member of any aircraft; ● engaging in hang-gliding, hot air ballooning, bungee jumping, parachuting, scuba diving, sail gliding, parasailing, parakiting, mountain or rock climbing, B.A.S.E. jumping, sky diving or cave diving; ● riding in or driving any motor-driven vehicle in an organized race, stunt show or speed test; ● officiating, coaching, practicing for or participating in any semi-professional or professional competitive athletic contest for which any type of compensation or remuneration is received; ● having a sickness independent of the Covered Accident, including physical or mental infirmity (sickness means any illness, inflection, disease or any other abnormal physical condition which is not caused by an Injury); ● being exposed to war or any act of war, declared or undeclared; ● actively serving in any of the armed forces, or units auxiliary thereto, including the National Guard or Army Reserve, except during active duty training of less than 60 days; ● suffering from a Mental and Nervous Disorder (except for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder as described in the policy/certificate); ● being addicted to drugs or suffering from alcoholism; ● being under the influence of an excitant, depressant, hallucinogen, narcotic, or any other drug or intoxicant, including those prescribed by a Physician that are misused; ● being intoxicated (as determined by the laws governing the operation of motor vehicles in the jurisdiction where loss occurs) or under the influence of an illegal substance or a narcotic (except for narcotics used as prescribed to the Insured Person by a Physician); ● having cosmetic surgery or other elective procedures that are not medically necessary; ● having a hernia, except as paid under the Hernia Surgery Benefit, if applicable; ● committing or attempting to commit a felony; ● participating in a riot, insurrection or rebellion; ● driving any taxi for wage, compensation or profit; ● engaging in an illegal occupation; ● intentionally self-inflicting an injury; or ● committing or attempting to commit suicide, while sane or insane. No benefits, except the Initial Accident Treatment benefit, will be payable for services provided outside of the United States. Proposal 113363 Page 13 Short-Term Disability Comparisons* With one of the most important products in our portfolio – it’s important that we offer the most competitive product available. Employees truly see the value when we take over an existing disability product. Some employees see $300 + savings on their disability product alone! General Disability Comparison: Annual Income: Monthly Benefit: $23,400 $1,300 0 – Day Accident Elimination 7 – Day Sickness Elimination 6 Month Benefit Period Weekly Rates Carrier A Carrier B Carrier C Carrier D Carrier E Carrier F Annual Income $23,400 $23,400 $23,400 $23,400 $23,400 $23,400 Weekly Benefit $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 $300 Monthly Benefit $1,300 $1,300 $1,300 $1,300 $1,300 $1,300 <-30 $11.70 $11.10 $9.90 $14.44 $6.63 $4.59 30-44 $11.70 $11.10 $9.90 $14.44 $6.87 $4.76 45-49 $11.70 $11.10 $9.90 $14.44 $7.92 $5.50 50-54 $14.04 $14.40 $11.61 $18.95 $9.48 $6.57 55-59 $14.04 $14.40 $11.61 $18.95 $11.19 $7.76 60-64 $14.04 $14.40 $14.43 $22.21 $13.08 $9.06 65-69 $17.55 $14.40 $14.43 $23.12 N/A $11.95 70-74 $17.55 N/A $15.65 $26.31 N/A $16.26 75 + N/A N/A $15.65 $26.31 N/A $20.28 *Rate Comparisons are a general example and specific industries may have a different classification rating *This benefit comparison is for illustration purposes only, is not complete, and is to be an initial step in the client’s market review process. Please see product brochures and/or policies for a complete description of all benefits, definitions, rates, and exclusions. Page 14 Short-Term Disability Voluntary Short-Term Disability Income coverage from Carrier Name gives your employees the peace of mind that a protected paycheck brings. A program designed to help maintain a family's current lifestyle and their plans for the future if the employee becomes disabled as a result of a nonoccupational accident or illness. A plan with the flexibility to meet an employee's individual needs. Carrier Name 0 Day for Accident - 7 Days for Sickness 6 Month Benefit Weekly Rates Annual Income Weekly Benefit $19,500 $23,400 $27,300 $31,200 $35,000 $39,000 $42,900 $46,800 $50,700 $54,600 $250 $300 $350 $400 $450 $500 $550 $600 $650 $700 <-30 $3.83 $4.59 $5.36 $6.12 $6.89 $7.65 $8.42 $9.18 $9.95 $10.71 30-44 $3.97 $4.76 $5.56 $6.35 $7.14 $7.94 $8.73 $9.53 $10.32 $11.11 45-49 $4.58 $5.50 $6.41 $7.33 $8.25 $9.16 $10.08 $10.99 $11.91 $12.83 50-54 $5.48 $6.57 $7.67 $8.76 $9.86 $10.95 $12.05 $13.14 $14.24 $15.33 55-59 $6.47 $7.76 $9.06 $10.35 $11.64 $12.93 $14.23 $15.52 $16.82 $18.11 60-64 $7.55 $9.06 $10.57 $12.08 $13.59 $15.10 $16.62 $18.12 $19.64 $21.15 65-69 $9.96 $11.95 $13.94 $15.93 $17.92 $19.92 $21.91 $23.90 $25.89 $27.88 70-74 $13.55 $16.26 $18.96 $21.67 $24.38 $27.09 $29.80 $32.51 $35.22 $37.93 75 + $16.90 $20.28 $23.66 $27.04 $30.42 $33.80 $37.18 $40.56 $43.94 $47.31 $58,500 $62,400 $66,300 $70,200 $74,100 $78,000 $81,900 $85,800 $89,700 $93,600 $750 $800 $850 $900 $950 $1,000 $1,050 $1,100 $1,150 $1,200 <-30 $11.48 $12.24 $13.01 $13.77 $14.54 $15.30 $16.07 $16.83 $17.60 $18.36 30-44 $11.91 $12.70 $13.50 $14.29 $15.08 $15.88 $16.67 $17.46 $18.26 $19.05 45-49 $13.74 $14.66 $15.57 $16.49 $17.41 $18.32 $19.24 $20.16 $21.07 $21.99 50-54 $16.43 $17.52 $18.62 $19.71 $20.81 $21.90 $23.00 $24.09 $25.19 $26.28 55-59 $19.40 $20.70 $21.99 $23.28 $24.58 $26.10 $27.16 $28.46 $29.75 $31.04 60-64 $22.66 $24.17 $25.68 $27.19 $28.70 $30.21 $31.72 $33.23 $34.74 $36.25 65-69 $29.87 $31.86 $33.86 $35.85 $37.84 $39.83 $41.82 $43.81 $45.81 $47.80 70-74 $40.64 $43.35 $46.06 $48.77 $51.48 $54.18 $56.89 $59.60 $62.31 $65.02 75 + $50.70 $54.07 $57.45 $54.60 $64.21 $67.59 $70.97 $74.35 $77.73 $81.11 Weekly Rates Annual Income Weekly Benefit Partial Disability Benefit - This benefit supports a recovering employee's return to full potential through part-time work. Enrollment Age Freeze - As long as an employee remains enrolled, the premium payable for the selected insurance coverage will always be based upon the employee's age at the time of original enrollment. $10,000 of Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage included. Page Page20 15 Critical Illness Coverage Summary* A lot has changed since Critical Illness insurance was introduced to the market 30 years ago. Yet, CI polices have remained conventional and typically only cover “Major Event” like the following: Cancer Heart Attack Stroke Major Organ Transplant End Stage Renal Failure With an increasing number of Insurance Carriers entering the voluntary market space there has been advancements to policy offerings. Competition forces each carrier to update or revise their current coverage to remain competitive. We have included the most updated Critical Illness policy on the market. This new version has illnesses that are not commonly seen in a critical Illness policy and includes benefits for minor heart procedures. This Critical Illness policy includes a return of premium for a non-CI death. Invasive Cancer Heart Attack Stroke Major Organ Transplant End Stage Renal Failure Coma Paralysis (2 or more Limbs) Advanced Alzheimer’s Disease Advanced Parkinson’s Disease 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% Benign Brain Tumor Complete Loss of Sight Complete Loss of Hearing Complete Loss of Speech Occupational HIV Advanced ALS Severe Burns Bone Marrow Transplant 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Multiple Sclerosis Mitral Valve Replacement or Repair 50% 50% Aortic Valve Replacement or Repair Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm 50% 50% -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sudden Cardiac Arrest Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery Carcinoma In Situ 25% 25% 25% Pulmonary Embolism Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Loss of Independent Living 25% 25% 25% -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Angioplasty Schizophrenia Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) Angio Jet Clot Busting Atherectomy Stent Implementation 10% 10% 10% 10% 10% 10% Cardiac Catheterization Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Pacemaker Placement Valvuloplasty Skin Cancer 10% 10% 10% 10% $250 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wellness Screening: Diagnosis after age 70 Guarantee Issue Amount $50 100% $30,000 Re-Occurrence Benefit Spouse Coverage 100% 50% Return of Premium for Non-CI Death If the primary person dies from a cause other than a defined Critical Illness, Assurity will return 100% of all premiums paid for coverage under the policy and any applicable riders, net of benefits paid for the policy and riders. *This benefit comparison is for illustration purposes only, is not complete, and is to be an initial step in the client’s market review process. Please see product brochures and/or policies for a complete description of all benefits, definitions, rates, and exclusions. Page 12 Page 16 Group Critical Illness Insurance for Sample More people are surviving life threatening illnesses than ever before. Unfortunately the cost of critical illness care is high and medical bills can follow survivors long after they’ve proven victorious in their fight. Critical illness insurance provides peace of mind and gives you additional cash to help pay your health insurance deductible and other out-of-pocket expenses. Group Critical Illness insurance pays a lump-sum benefit directly to you if you are diagnosed with stroke, heart attack or a number of other covered Know you and your family are protected. It's easy — sign up today conditions. Key Features Pays a lump sum directly to you Includes a health screening benefit which pays $50 a year for any number of common covered medical tests or procedures The return of premium benefit pays you back 100% of the premiums paid for the policy and riders if you die from a cause other than a covered critical illness Guaranteed issue – no medical exams or tests Portable – coverage continues if you retire or change jobs, as long as you pay the premiums Tier 2 - Proposal 102383 Page1714 Page Your Group Critical Illness Benefits - Ohio Forms G H1715/G H1715C, R G1716C (HSA Compatible) Group Critical Illness Policy and Additional Critical Illness Rider Assurity’s Group Critical Illness insurance pays a lump sum benefit upon diagnosis of certain specified illnesses, conditions and procedures. The amount payable is equal to the policy benefit amount times the applicable percentage or the specified dollar amount as shown below for the specified covered condition.. Heart Attack 100% Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery 25% Sudden Cardiac Arrest 25% Angioplasty 10% Stroke 100% Invasive Cancer 100% Non-Invasive Cancer 25% Skin Cancer $250/calendar year Kidney (Renal) Failure 100% Major Organ Transplant 100% Advanced Alzheimer's Disease 100% Loss of Independent Living 25% Coma 100% Paralysis 100% Loss of Sight 100% Loss of Speech 100% Loss of Hearing 100% Advanced Parkinson's Disease 100% Benign Brain Tumor 100% Occupational HIV 100% Advanced ALS 100% Severe Burns 100% Bone Marrow Transplant 100% Multiple Sclerosis 50% Schizophrenia 10% Transient lschemic Attack (TIA) 10% Other Features Additional Diagnosis Benefit Once benefits have been paid for a covered critical illness, benefits are payable for each additional critical illness when the date of diagnosis is at least 30 days apart, and if the subsequent critical illness is not caused or contributed to by a critical illness for which benefits were paid. Reoccurrence Diagnosis Benefit Once benefits have been paid for a coverd critical illness, benefits are payable for that same critical illness up to one time per insured person per lifetime, if the insured person is symptom and treatment-free for a period of 12 consecutive months, and if the subsequent critical illness is not caused or contributed to by a critical illness for which benefits were paid. Waiver of Premium Benefit Waives the premium for coverage after 90 consecutive days of total disability of the covered employee, for as long as total disability continues, if the disability is due to a critical illness for which benefits were paid. Return of Premium for Non-CI Death Returns 100% of all premiums paid for the policy and riders minus any benefits paid under the policy and riders, if the covered employee dies from a cause other than a covered critical illness. Proposal 102383 GROUP CRITICAL ILLNESS INSURANCE PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFIT COVERAGE, IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR MAJOR MEDICAL INSURANCE, AND MAY NOT BE APPROPRIATE FOR MEDICAID RECIPIENTS. It may contain reductions of benefits, limitations and exclusions. The description of benefits is intended only to highlight the insured employee’s benefits and should not be relied upon to fully determine coverage. If this description conflicts in any way with the terms of the policy/certificate, the terms of the policy/certificate prevail. For complete benefits descriptions and conditions, see the policy/certificate. 15 Page 18 Your Group Critical Illness Riders: Cardiopulmonary Rider Pays a lump sum benefit upon diagnosis of the additional covered cardiopulmonary illnesses, conditions or procedures listed below. The amount payable is equal to the policy benefit amount times the applicable percentage shown below. Open Heart Category (50% all procedures below) Mitral Valve Replacement or Repair Surgical Treatment of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Aortic Valve Replacement or Repair Pulmonary Category (25% all procedures below) Pulmonary Embolism Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Invasive Procedure Category (10% all procedures below) AngioJet Clot Busting Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Atherectomy Pacemaker Placement Stent Implementation Valvuloplasty Cardiac Catheterization Health Screening Rider Pays a $50 benefit per calendar year per insured below. Biopsy for skin cancer Bone marrow biopsy and aspiration Breast ultrasound CA 15-3 (blood test for breast cancer) CA 19-9 (blood test for pancreatic cancer) CA 125 (blood test for ovarian cancer) CEA (blood test for colon and cervical cancer) Chest X-ray Colonoscopy (Form No. R G1717C) (Form No. R G1720C) person for specified screening services listed Flexible sigmoidoscopy Hemocult stool analysis Mammography Pap smear PSA (blood test for prostate cancer) Serum protein electrophoresis (blood test for Myeloma) Stress test (bicycle or treadmill) Thermography Proposal 102383 GROUP CRITICAL ILLNESS INSURANCE PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFIT COVERAGE, IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR MAJOR MEDICAL INSURANCE, AND MAY NOT BE APPROPRIATE FOR MEDICAID RECIPIENTS. It may contain reductions of benefits, limitations and exclusions. The description of benefits is intended only to highlight the insured employee’s benefits and should not be relied upon to fully determine coverage. If this description conflicts in any way with the terms of the policy/certificate, the terms of the policy/certificate prevail. For complete benefits descriptions and conditions, see the policy/certificate. Page Page16 19 Group Critical Illness Weekly Premiums - Ohio Employee or Employee & Children (rates based on employee’s age; benefit amounts over $30,000 require underwriting of all covered persons) Child benefit is equal to 25% of employee benefit. Issue Age 18-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70+ $5,000 $0.73 $0.96 $1.21 $1.68 $2.22 $2.94 $4.04 $5.38 $6.83 $9.44 $17.85 Employee Benefit Amount $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 $1.20 $1.66 $2.12 $1.57 $2.19 $2.83 $2.04 $2.89 $3.73 $2.88 $4.06 $5.25 $3.81 $5.39 $6.98 $5.16 $7.36 $9.58 $7.23 $10.42 $13.60 $9.88 $14.35 $18.84 $12.79 $18.78 $24.74 $18.04 $26.63 $35.25 $34.61 $51.41 $68.20 $25,000 $2.59 $3.46 $4.55 $6.43 $8.56 $11.79 $16.82 $23.35 $30.74 $43.84 $85.00 $30,000 $3.06 $4.07 $5.40 $7.61 $10.14 $13.99 $20.00 $27.84 $36.71 $52.45 $101.76 Employee & Spouse or Family (rates based on employee’s age; benefit amounts over $30,000 require underwriting of all covered persons) Spouse benefit is equal to 50% of employee benefit. Child benefit is equal to 25% of employee benefit. Issue Age 18-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70+ $5,000 $1.18 $1.55 $1.94 $2.74 $3.62 $4.73 $6.43 $8.48 $10.64 $14.59 $27.31 Employee Benefit Amount $10,000 $15,000 $20,000 $1.87 $2.47 $3.18 $4.51 $5.97 $8.03 $11.20 $15.22 $19.62 $27.49 $52.49 $2.56 $3.39 $4.43 $6.25 $8.32 $11.33 $15.97 $21.94 $28.58 $40.39 $77.67 $3.25 $4.29 $5.66 $8.02 $10.67 $14.63 $20.78 $28.67 $37.53 $53.30 $102.84 $25,000 $30,000 $3.94 $5.22 $6.89 $9.77 $13.03 $17.93 $25.55 $35.41 $46.50 $66.19 $128.02 $4.62 $6.13 $8.13 $11.54 $15.38 $21.24 $30.33 $42.13 $55.48 $79.11 $153.20 *Premium rates shown are for the combined group Critical Illness policy and rider benefits as summarized in the proposal. For complete benefit descriptions, limitations, conditions and exclusions, see the policy/certificate. Policy availability, features, provisions and rates may vary by state. Proposal 102383 Page 17 Page 20 Group Critical Illness - Ohio Form G H1715/G H1715C Limitations, Conditions and Exclusions The following represents some policy limitations, conditions and exclusions. For complete details of the coverage, please contact your agent, Assurity or ask to review the policy. Provisions may vary by state. Limitations GROUP CRITICAL ILLNESS INSURANCE PROVIDES LIMITED BENEFIT COVERAGE. This insurance does not provide major medical coverage and does not satisfy the requirement for minimum essential coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Availability of this product, and its benefits and premiums as presented, is subject to the approval of Assurity. Some applicants with pre-existing conditions may not be eligible for coverage. Product availability, features and rates may vary by state. All benefits, premiums, conditions, exclusions and limitations are governed by the actual contract as provided by Assurity, not this proposal. Pre-existing conditions: Assurity will not pay benefits for a specified critical illness that is caused by a pre-existing condition unless the specified critical illness starts after coverage has been in force for 12 months from the issue date. Pre-existing condition means a sickness or physical condition for which, during the 12 months before the issue date, the insured person had symptoms which would cause an ordinary prudent person to seek diagnosis, care or treatment, or received medical consultation, advice or treatment from a physician or had taken prescribed medication. Waiting period: The benefits payable for Loss of Independent Living, Invasive Cancer, Non-Invasive Cancer, and Skin Cancer have a waiting period. There is no coverage for Loss of Independent Living, Invasive Cancer, Non-Invasive Cancer, or Skin Cancer, if an insured person initially incurred or was diagnosed with any of these conditions before the end of the waiting period. Elimination period: The benefit payable for Loss of Independent Living has an elimination period. Assurity will not pay benefits during the elimination period. Special Endorsement The pre-existing condition clause will be waived during the initial enrollment for employees with the existing carrier’s coverage. Any employee not covered by the prior policy, including new hires, will be subject to the normal pre-existing condition clause. Coverage Conditions Actively Employed – The employee must be actively employed to be eligible for coverage. Right to Cancel – The contract contains a 30-day free look period. Termination – Coverage will terminate the earliest of the following: the date policy terminates for any reason; the date employee is no longer an employee (portability available); when premiums are not paid by the end of the grace period; the date Assurity receives written notice to terminate; when the employee establishes residence in a foreign country; or upon the employee's death. Exclusions Assurity will not pay benefits for losses caused by or the result of any Insured Person(s): ● being exposed to war or any act of war, declared or undeclared; ● actively serving in any of the armed forces, or units auxiliary thereto, including the National Guard or Army Reserve, except during active duty training of less than 60 days; ● being addicted to drugs or suffering from alcoholism; ● being intoxicated (as determined by the laws governing the operation of motor vehicles in the jurisdiction where loss occurs) or under the influence of an illegal substance or a narcotic (except for narcotics used as prescribed to the Insured Person by a Physician); ● committing or attempting to commit a felony; ● engaging in an illegal occupation; ● intentionally self-inflicting an injury; or ● committing or attempting to commit suicide, while sane or insane. Proposal 102383 Page Page18 21 LIFE PRODUCTS benefits for employees that benefit employers Page Page21 22 Life Products VOLUNTARY Life is priceless. Maybe that’s why life insurance can be a little expensive. But not with Companion Life. Our Voluntary Group Term Life insurance plan is never out of reach for your employees and their families — whether your business is small or large. The Companion Choice Plus plan is for employee groups with a minimum of five enrollees. At least 10 employees or 25% of the group (whichever is greater) must enroll to include guaranteed issue of coverage. Amounts depend on the level of employee participation and group size. But what if you’re not sure how many employees will enroll for coverage? The program also offers up to $100,000 of Group Life insurance at the same low rates to as few as five enrollees, subject to evidence of insurability. For added protection and value, you can include our Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) option. The insurance amount is equal to the Voluntary Life benefits the employees select for themselves and their covered spouses. AD&D benefit is selected at the group level. This AD&D option includes these valuable benefits: n Seat belt provision — increased benefit by 50% n Common disaster provision — spouse benefit increased to equal employee coverage n Spouse education benefit — additional $3,000 for a year’s study n Paralysis benefit — up to AD&D amount Yes, life is priceless. But we can price a life insurance plan to fit your employees’ budgets — and with the benefits they want. EMPLOYEE ELIGIBILITY Employees meeting all these requirements are eligible for coverage: n n n n 30 days of continuous service with the employer Full-time employment (i.e., working 30 or more hours per week) Work 15 of the 20 working days prior to the effective date of coverage Actively at work on the effective date of coverage Page 23 Page 22 COMPANION CHOICE PLUS AT A GLANCE ABOUT COMPANION LIFE Benefit Choice $5,000 increments, minimum amount $10,000. Companion Life Insurance Maximum Benefit $500,000 (up to 7x salary), subject to Guaranteed Issue schedule. Company has specialized in Spouse Benefit $5,000 increments, not to exceed 50% of the employee amount. $150,000 maximum benefit, subject to Guaranteed Issue schedule. group benefits for more than 40 years. It has earned an A.M. Dependent Child Benefit Employee option of $2,500, $5,000, $7,500 or $10,000. Note: Employee coverage required; $200 on children 14 days to 6 months. (Available for dependents age 14 days to 26 years old.) Best rating of A+ (Superior)*. Minimum Guaranteed Issue investment practices and 10 employees enrolled or 25% of group, whichever is greater. Requirement We’ve earned these high marks due to our fiscal strength, sound management. Now, we Guaranteed Issue $25,000 minimum; amounts may vary; see schedule. Larger amounts are subject to short-form medical. want to earn your trust by giving you the highest level Accelerated Benefit ProvisionYes. Terminally ill employees may access up to 75% of their benefit. Maximum benefit is $100,000. of service and responsiveness Yes, at same group rates. Continues until Master Policy cancels Portability Provision (applicable only to Employee and Spousal coverage; premium must be paid directly to Companion Life). Companion Life agent today. Waiver of Premium Provision Yes. Group Term Life Plan is a Conversion Privilege Yes. benefit plan that benefits you. Age Reduction FormulaVoluntary Life benefit amounts will reduce to 65% of the original amount at age 65, to 50% at age 70, to 35% at age 75, to 20% at age 80. Benefits terminate at retirement. The spouse’s Voluntary Life benefit amount will reduce in accordance with the spouse’s age and terminate at the employee’s retirement. GUARANTEED ISSUE SCHEDULE Guaranteed Issue is based on participation levels and the number of employees eligible to participate at the time of enrollment. All coverage for children is Guaranteed Issue. Guaranteed Issue is not available for individuals age 70 or older. Minimum participation for Guaranteed Issue is 25%, but not fewer than 10 lives. Eligible Required Minimum Number Guaranteed Guaranteed Employees Participation of Enrollees Issue Employee Issue Spouse 10 - 49 25% 10 $100,000 $25,000 50 - 99 25% 15 $125,000 $50,000 100 - 199 25% 25 $175,000 $50,000 200 - 499 25% 50 $225,000 $50,000 500+ 25% 125 $250,000 $50,000 possible. Talk with your See for yourself how the Companion Life Voluntary FOR A PROPOSAL CONTACT Group Marketing Companion Life Insurance Co. P.O. Box 100102 Columbia, SC 29202-3102 800-753-0404 phone 800-836-5433 fax C.life@companiongroup.com CompanionLife.com Page 23 Page 24 *Rating as of Dec. 10, 2015. For the latest rating, access ambest.com. Opinion from the leading provider of insurer ratings of a company’s financial strength and ability to meet its obligations to policyholders. Voluntary Group Plans from Companion Life Benefits for Employees that Benefit Employers Companion Life’s Voluntary products enhance the total employee benefits package, making it easier to attract and retain quality, loyal employees. Offer a complete Voluntary benefits portfolio through Companion Life! We’ve listed a few of our product highlights below for your convenience. Voluntary Dental • $100 Lifetime Deductible Options • Flexible Plan Design •PPO Options with strong network including 154,000 access points • Value-added plans included Vision by Design • Flexible Plan Designs •Access to more than 35,000 vision care providers at 18,000 locations nationwide •Value-added services including discount laser vision correction Voluntary Short Term Disability Companion Life 5-Year Premium Rate Lock Voluntary group term life preferred Industries only — Monthly Premium Cost The Companion Choice Plus Plan To determine your initial monthly premium within your current age category, simply find your age bracket on the left side and follow that line to the right. The amount shown will be your monthly premium rate per $1,000 of coverage. AD&D coverage is not included in the premiums shown. AD&D coverage is available at .03 per thousand dollars of insurance coverage per month. The amount of AD&D coverage must be equal to the amount of Voluntary Life benefits the employees select for themselves and their covered spouses. Our AD&D benefit is selected at the group level. Monthly Premium Rate per Thousand Age Dollars of Insurance Category Coverage Rate Per $1,000 15 - 29 30 - 34 35 - 39 40 - 44 45 - 49 50 - 54 55 - 59 60 - 64 65 - 69** 70 +** Coverage Amount and Monthly Premium* $10,000 $25,000 $50,000 $75,000 0.80 0.90 1.10 1.50 2.60 4.70 7.00 13.50 21.10 38.90 2.00 2.25 2.75 3.75 6.50 11.75 17.50 33.75 52.75 97.25 4.00 4.50 5.50 7.50 13.00 23.50 35.00 67.50 105.50 194.50 6.00 6.75 8.25 11.25 19.50 35.25 52.50 101.25 158.25 291.75 0.08 0.09 0.11 0.15 0.26 0.47 0.70 1.35 2.11 3.89 $100,000 $150,000 8.00 9.00 11.00 15.00 26.00 47.00 70.00 135.00 211.00 389.00 12.00 13.50 16.50 22.50 39.00 70.50 105.00 202.50 316.50 583.50 $200,000 16.00 18.00 22.00 30.00 52.00 94.00 140.00 270.00 422.00 778.00 *Employee coverage must be elected in $5,000 increments, minimum amount $10,000. The maximum amount per employee is $500,000, subject to Guarantee Issue schedule. **An individual’s life benefit reduces to 65% at age 65, to 50% at age 70, to 35% at age 75, to 20% at age 80. Monthly premium shown assumes coverage amount shown is after benefit reductions. (Five-year premium rate lock does not affect age reduction schedule.) • Entry Age Freeze • $10K AD&D Included •3 enrollees for groups of 2-9, 5 enrollees for groups of 10 or more Spouse coverage must be in $5,000 increments, not to exceed 50% of employee amount. The maximum spouse benefit is $150,000, subject to Guarantee Issue schedule. Voluntary Long Term Disability This Premium Cost Chart is for illustrative purposes only; your monthly premium cost may be slightly higher or lower due to rounding. The information provided is only a summary of the benefits available. Refer to your certificate for details and limitations of coverage. •60% of pre-disability income up to a $6,000 monthly benefit • Social Security filing assistance • Waiver of Premium For more information or a proposal please contact P.O. Box 100102 · Columbia, SC 29202-3102 800-753-0404 phone · 800-836-5433 fax C.life@companiongroup.com CompanionLife.com Child(ren) monthly rate is $0.25 per thousand dollars of coverage amount selected. (AD&D coverage is not available for children.) Future premium age bracket increases for an insured may only occur on the group’s 5th renewal date, 10th renewal date, etc. In addition, Companion Life reviews the plan annually and rates are subject to change. Example Monthly Premium Employee, Age 41 $350,000 Selected (350 x .15 = 52.50) $52.50 Spouse, Age 35 $25,000 Selected (25 x .11 = 2.75) $ 2.75 $ 1.75 Two Children $5,000 Selected (5 x .25 = 1.25) $ 1.25 Total $56.50 The premiums shown above apply to the following preferred industries only: SIC Code 6011-6029 6035-6036 6061-6062 6081-6099 6111-6163 6211-6289 6311-6399 6411 6512-6553 Industry Banking Savings & Loan Assoc. Credit Unions Misc. Banking Services Credit Agencies/Mortgage Bankers Security & Commodity Brokers Insurance Carriers Insurance Agents/Brokers Real Estate 95971 Rates Effective 1/1/13 SIC Code 6712-6799 7311-7338 7371-7379 8010-8049 8062-8069 8071-8072 8082-8099 8111 8211 Industry Holding/Investment Co. Advertising/Other Services Computer and D.P. Services Physicians & Dentists Hospitals Medical & Dental Labs Health & Allied Services Legal Services Elementary & Secondary Schools SIC Code 8221-8222 8231 8243-8249 8299 8711-8713 8721 8731-8734 8741-8748 Industry Colleges & Junior Colleges Libraries Vocational Schools Other Educational Services Engineering/Other Services Accounting/Bookkeeping Services R&D/Testing Services Mgmt., Consulting & PR Services Rev. 9/13 Page 24 Page 25