EQUIFLASH [NEW EQUITY MEMBER INSURANCE PLANS DEBUTS APRIL 1]

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NEW EQUITY MEMBER INSURANCE PLANS DEBUTS APRIL 1
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As the result of considerable consultation, research and negotiation undertaken by Equity's Council, staff, and most importantly the Association's membership, Equity is pleased to announce a new and improved core insurance policy.

Also available is a new voluntary and member paid "Arts & Entertainment" comprehensive health, drug, dental and travel plan, as well as home, auto and pet insurance options for Equity members and their families. Detailed information about this plan, which is underwritten by Actra Fraternal Benefits Society, will only be available by link from our website next week.

"At-a-glance" and detailed information on both plans is available on EQUITYONLINE at: http://www.caea.com/insurance

Claims for services already submitted but not yet paid or claims for services received prior to April 1, 2013 will be paid under Equity's previous insurance plan. Disability claims will transfer to the new plan but previous terms will apply. Anyone wishing to submit claims can use the existing forms, available on our website. New, interactive forms will be available next week.

Equity members were advised of their eligibility for year-round sickness coverage in 2013 on their insurance premium tax receipt for 2012. Any member who was insured for a minimum of eight (8) weeks in 2012 is eligible for year-round benefits in 2013. 

New insurance plan brochures will be mailed to all Equity members in good standing with the upcoming issue of EQ.

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