Can't view this month's Broker Alert? CLICK HERE March 2010 Introducing HMO Deductible Plans and Small Group Plan Changes with Fabulous Rates Effective 4/1/2010 Sell a Winning Combination of Benefits and Affordability! In an effort to increase affordability and choice, Sharp Health Plan is pleased to offer two new HMO deductible plans for both small and large groups effective 4/1/2010. These plans are available for both new business and renewals, and are offered on both Sharp Health Plan’s Blue Choice and Gold Value networks. $1000ded/$30/40 with 30% inpatient coinsurance and $3500/7000 OOP max $1500ded/$40/40 with 40% inpatient coinsurance and $4000/8000 OOP max Additionally, Sharp Health Plan has made some changes to the current small group portfolio that are effective 4/1/2010 for both new business and renewals. These changes will be explained in our renewal packages. Q2 2010 Sharp Health Plan’s Gold Value rates are more competitive than ever with these benefit changes and the addition of deductible plans. You may obtain a Sharp Health Plan Blue Choice network quote by calling your Account Representative. Q2 2010 Gold Value rates Broker Educational Luncheons and Telephonic Webinars We are hosting a series of informational broker sessions to announce and share our latest plan updates. For more information or to register for a session, view our Calendar of Events. Sharp Health Plan Calendar of Events Access Made Simple: www.sharphealthplan.com A new experience awaits brokers, employers and members at www.sharphealthplan.com. Browse the site to find a doctor, view our formulary or learn more about Sharp Health Plan. Click on the 'Broker' tab for access to marketing materials, forms and more. Then register on SharpConnect, our secure online portal, for access to useful information that's specific to your needs: Brokers can view commission statements. Employers (and brokers with employer approval) can view their medical and Rx benefits and bills, or transact enrollment changes like adding new employees or dependents, or terminating employees. These new features will greatly streamline administration for you and your clients. Members can view their medical and Rx benefits, print a temporary ID card (or request a new one), change their PCP, access wellness tools and resources, email to Customer Care and more. Your Sharp Health Plan Account Representative is available to train you and your clients on SharpConnect. Visit the new www.sharphealthplan.com today! March Wellness Tips To Your Health Sharp Ranked #6 Network in Nation and #1 in California Sharp HealthCare ranked #6 nationally and #1 in California among the top 100 integrated health care networks in the nation. The annual survey was conducted by SDI and reported in the January 2010 edition of Modern Healthcare. This ranking is a testament to Sharp HealthCare’s strong commitment to delivering quality health care and transforming the health care experience each and every day. We are here for you Melissa Hayden Cook, President and CEO Rita Datko, Chief Financial Officer Nora Faine, M.D., Chief Medical Officer Janet Hoy, Chief Business Development Officer Leslie Pels-Beck, Chief Operations Officer We welcome your comments and suggestions shp.marketingandcommunications@sharp.com ©Copyright 2010 Sharp Health Plan