Individual Market News
Published September 21, 2020
Learn about the individual market plans we’ll be offering in 2021 and our continued investment in Alaska.
Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska has been committed to the health and wellbeing of Alaskans for more than six decades. We’re deeply rooted in the state, and we’re bringing that stability into 2021.
Individual Market 2021
Rates
Rates have been approved! The overall rate change for our 2021 individual metallic plans is a 7.1% decrease. Some of your clients will see a slightly higher rate decrease, while other clients may see a slightly lower rate decrease. And rates may change significantly when the premium tax credit is applied.
Medical Plans
We are renewing all current metallic plans in 2020, and we’ll have plan options on and off the federal exchange. The individual market plan networks will remain the same.
All plans feature our 10 essential health benefits and:
- The first 2 visits with a designated primary care provider are covered in full
- A Low copay and no deductible for preferred generic drugs on gold and silver plans
- Medical transportation benefits to support your clients in traveling to get the medical care they need
Dental Benefits
Our plans are designed to support overall health. Like last year, pediatric dental benefits are embedded on all metallic plans and adult dental benefits are embedded on all non-HSA metallic plans.
Commission
You’ll continue to earn commission in 2021. You also now have the option to receive Automated Clearing House (ACH) deposits, so you can receive your payment more quickly.
Next Steps for Open Enrollment
The Premera Producer Support team will be in touch with more details and resources in the coming months. You can also stay up-to-date by reading our Producer News, delivered to your inbox twice a month.
Social impact
We’re also continuing to our social impact work to improve the health and stability of communities in Alaska. In the past year, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska has committed $5.7 million to improve access to healthcare in rural Alaska and help combat homelessness. Read more in our Social Impact Report.