Is there a waiting period to enroll?
No, there is no waiting period. There is a processing time of 1-2 business weeks to fully process the enrollment
form and get everything set up with the insurance companies.
When will my plan become effective?
Both plans have different timelines. The Enhanced MEC plan becomes effective the 1st day of the following
month once the enrollment form has been processed. The Limited Benefits plan becomes effective
the following Monday after deductions have started.
Is my enrollment form processed right away?
No. Your form(s) will be processed once you receive your first paycheck.
When will I receive my insurance card?
Both insurance companies will mail out the insurance cards on/around the first week of coverage being
effective.
I completed an enrollment form, but why haven’t deductions started coming out of my paycheck?
Deductions for the Enhanced MEC plan will not start until your plan has become effective. For example,
if your effective date was 8/1/2023, your deductions would start being collected from your
August paychecks.
Deductions for the Limited Benefits plan will typically begin on your 2nd or 3rd paycheck depending on
how quickly your enrollment form is processed. Each time you have a deduction for this plan, that’s giving
you coverage for the following Monday-Sunday.
I filled out an enrollment form, but I’m not sure when I’ll start working. Do I need to complete a new enrollment form when I start my assignment?
Enrollment and change forms are valid for 60 days. If you receive your first paycheck within 60 days
of completing your forms, no additional action would be required. If it has been more than 60 days,
you’ll need to complete new forms.
How do I cancel my plan?
A change form needs to be completed. Change forms are located on our website
www.essghealth.com. You have within your first 30 days of working, during open enrollment, or within
30 days of a qualifying life event occurring to enroll, cancel, or makes changes.
What is a qualifying life event (QLE)?
The most common types of qualifying life events are marriage, divorce, birth/adoption of a child, gaining
new coverage, or loss of previous insurance.