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Products & Service Partners

Knowing the best products and services for our members is our priority. We thoroughly evaluate all products and services and approve based on:

nla products & service partners Needs identified by the participating groups

Vision and strategy of the NLA to develop innovative services

Commitment of resources to common objectives

Willingness to develop a working relationship

Recognition of opportunities and commitment to working with coalitions

Agreement to negotiation and implementation of formal agreement which includes monitoring performance

Willingness to provide transparency and access to information for audits

We are always looking for new products and services to recommend to our members. Contact us today to begin the process of being one of our first-class partner organizations.

Products

BridgeHealth/Transcarent (Endorsed)

Domestic medical tourism. BridgeHealth is a leader in contracting with providers for bundled case rates that include the various surgery charges (provider, surgical facility, pre/post testing, etc.) in a single discounted price. They also perform second opinion analysis and arrange travel for the patient and a companion. Total savings average 50% on surgical procedures. Savings range $2000 to $50,000.

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Cutler Investment Group – Asset Management (Endorsed)

Fiduciary asset manager and Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) offering diversified, cost efficient, and liquid investment portfolios designed for NLA member Coalitions, self-insured health plans, and Taft-Hartley health and welfare trusts. Significant savings for smaller funds.  Click for additional information.

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EPIC Hearing Healthcare (Endorsed)

Hearing loss can happen at any age and treating it early may help members improve their overall well-being. EPIC Hearing Healthcare provides members access to more than 6,500 hearing care professionals nationwide. Members will receive a hearing exam and consultation, hearing aid fitting and choice of a wide selection of hearing aids, from high-value options to the latest technology with savings of up to 50% off standard industry prices. To learn more, call 1-866-956-5400, TTY 711 (8 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday) or visit EPICHearing.com.

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EyeMed (Endorsed)

America’s fastest growing vision benefits company, part of the world’s largest company solely focused on the vision industry. With EyeMed, we can save members an average of 71% versus retail costs of vision services. That means your members can receive great services at trusted providers without breaking the bank. Average savings 70% off retail.

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The NLA Advantage Medical Stop-Loss Product (Endorsed)

The NLA Advantage Stop Loss Program, developed in partnership with Hilb Group, provides Funds with exclusive Stop Loss insurance solution designed to address the challenges of today’s evolving healthcare marketplace and supports a strong long-term strategy. Through this program, Funds gain access to two distinct insurance coverage options, underwritten separately by TMHCC and QBE, both industry leading Stop Loss providers.

The programs allow each fund to benefit in the success of a larger pool while still being underwritten based on each fund’s individual experience and contract parameters. Resulting in flexibility and competitive choice.

Hilb Group, as the NLA’s preferred Stop Loss broker, serves as the trusted partner administering these programs delivering expert support to participating Funds.

Unique features include upfront discounts, early renewal lock-in and potential for either premium holiday or rewards program (subject to selected carrier).

Key Features
• Early rate-lock and disclosure (6 months prior to effective date)
• Upfront manual rate discounting
• No new laser and 2nd year rate cap options
• Participation in Premium Holidays for positive pool results – TMHCC
• OR Eligibility for Rewards Program – QBE
• Access to an array of claim units, transplant networks and other valued services
• Security of a direct writer with 100% claims paying authority
• Renewals offered on a gapless basis to ensure year-to-year coverage

How do I request a proposal?
Hilb Group assists many current NLA members Funds with their insurance needs. Since each Fund is unique, Hilb Group has the experience to work with the Fund directly or with their actuaries and consultants to ensure the best possible outcome.

Contact:  Direct: (781) 966-3722

Direct: (401) 773-7062

 

National Vision Administrators, LLC (NVA) (Endorsed)

Since 1979, NVA has offered cost-effective, customizable, high-quality, vision benefit programs to Union Health and Welfare Funds. NVA is an independent US-based company with no outsourced services and an AFSCME-represented workforce. NVA members have access to a network of nearly 100,000 vision care access points in all 50 states and Puerto Rico.
Endorsement Press Release January 2021

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Optum Healthcare Credit Balance Resolution Service (Endorsed)

A credit balance and payment integrity solution specifically designed for NLA Members. Optum locates previously unknown credit balances on the books with hospitals and other healthcare providers and files for payment to your plan. The service is paid on a contingency, you only pay if they find money for your fund. Savings range dependent on health facility usage. Many funds have recovered $100,000+.

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Promise Labor Benefits (Recommended)

Promise Labor Benefits (PLB) provides affordable Medicare plans exclusively for retirees and their spouses of organized labor. PLB offers three unique Medicare Advantage with Prescription Drug (MAPD) plan options designed to fit any budget. These plans, which are not available on exchanges like Medicare.gov, offer the same cost-sharing for in-network and out-of-network care, along with access to 99.6% of all Medicare-approved drugs. Additionally, all plans include medical, prescription drug, dental, hearing, podiatry, and vision coverage, ensuring members receive better benefits at lower costs compared to any individual plan available today.

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Renalogic (Recommended)

Dialysis and chronic kidney disease management. Repricing of dialysis services based on court approved methodology. Management of at-risk patients. Charged only on participating members/patients.

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Sword Health (Endorsed)

Sword Health is on a mission to free all unionized workers, retirees, and their families from physical pain. We provide
digital musculoskeletal care directly at home, guided by licensed doctors of physical therapy available 24/7. Sword’s programs enable members to access care in a much more convenient way, increasing their satisfaction and reducing costs for the Labor Unions. Our recovery therapies are helping members on all major joints and at any point in the journey: prevention, acute and chronic pain, and post-surgical recovery.

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Teladoc Health and Livongo (Endorsed)

NLA designed telemedicine program “The Best Value and Price for Labor”. The global virtual care leader has partnered with the NLA offering a comprehensive virtual care solution spanning telehealth, expert medical and licensed platform services.

Now with the added strength of Livongo and their diabetes, high blood pressure and mental health solutions. Keep your members healthy!

Partnership Press Release October 2020

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WellRithms (Recommended)

WellRithms takes care of America’s labor force by putting a stop to rampant medical overbilling and keeping your money where it belongs—with your union’s health plan and participants. We offer the most advanced medical bill review available, and the most effective bill repricing, allowing clients to realize savings averaging 75 percent on high-cost claims. WellRithms will also guarantee your savings by shielding your plan and participants from balance billing collection attempts.

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