AFA in Central Pa

March 20, 2020

I hope all of you are staying healthy and adjusting as we move into week 2 of our new normal. Many of us are attempting to work from home full time while also balancing many extra challenges during this crisis.  If you’re like me your kids or dog might be photo bombing you on your video conference calls or depleting your week supply of snacks by Monday morning, but remember there are some benefits to life like this. My dog is going on more walks than he could ever imagine and my kids get to eat every meal of the day with me! I enjoy hearing all of the funny stories you share as you navigate through your new normal. Keep sharing!

Stay healthy and wash your hands!

-Ashlea

Aetna AFA includes EAP resources

At this time, many of us are anxious about what’s happening in the world, what’s happening to our friends and family and what the next few weeks may bring. Aetna AFA members are no different.

Remember, Aetna AFA plans include a valuable resource at no additional cost. Aetna Resources for Living is available to AFA members as well as anyone in the household who is not an AFA member.

Members can access this benefit by calling 866-326-7172. Additional information included on the member flyer attached

COVID-19 and HDHP compliance

As you know, Aetna is waiving the member costs associated with diagnostic testing for COVID-19 at any authorized location for our AFA members.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced that HDHP plans covering the testing and/or treatment for COVID 19 outside of the deductible requirement will not be in violation of regulations governing HDHPs. With this announcement, individuals covered by a HDHP will continue to be eligible to fund their HSA.

    IRS Notice: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-drop/n-20-15.pdf

New! AFA Underwriting Guidelines

New AFA Underwriting Guidelines are posted in Producer World and attached.

• Husband and wife only groups are still not eligible, however we will now allow a group that is made up of all family members to enroll
• PEO Groups are no longer required to leave the PEO to be eligible for coverage
• Extended Deadlines