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R-93-11-23-9J - 11/23/1993 RESOLUTION NO. 'h-�3-�.L S WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Round Rock has previously determined that it is in its best interest to self-fund its employees' health care benefits, and WHEREAS, in order to keep health costs as low as possible, it is desirable to enter into a preferred provider agreement with health care providers, Now Therefore BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROUND ROCK, TEXAS, That the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute on behalf of the City a preferred provider agreement, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein. RESOLVED this 23rd day of November, 1993. CHARLES CULP P Mayor City of Round Xock, Texas ATTEST: 6"E LAND, City Secretary RS/RPSOLLMON RS11233J e DATE: November 22, 1993 SUBJECT: City Council Meeting, November 23, 1993 ITEM: 9.J. Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement for City health care plan providers. STAFF RESOURCE PERSON: David Kautz STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The City will implement a self—funded health plan beginning December 1, 1993. Part of the health care self—funding responsibility includes negotiating agreements with the health care providers. A recommendation will be provided to the Council at the meeting for the health care providers. EXECUTED DOCUMENT FOLLOWS HealthC Z- 1201 South Sherman Street,Suite 200 ❑ Richardson,Texas 75081-4854 ❑Telephone(214)669-4660 January 21, 1994 LINDA GUNTHER CITY OF ROUND ROCK 221 E MAIN ROUND ROCK TX 78664 Dear Linda: HealthCare Benefits,Inc.is pleased to welcome City of Round Rock as a new group. We are looking forward to working with you and your employees. We want to be accessible to you and assist your group with a smooth transition to HBI. Here are the people you will be communicating with: Ralph Seewald is your Claims Representative. He is a knowledgeable, experienced claims processor. He will process your group's claims and answer any questions you or your employees may have about benefits, claim status or payment. Contact Shelli Chancellor or Elaine Kingsley for stop-loss information. Ralph's Unit Leader is Sandra Tippett. Jeann Blevins is Supervisor of the Claims Department. Should Ralph be unavailable to assist you, please do not hesitate to contact one of them. Brinda Moore will assist your group with your bank draft totals for check runs. Tressie Chisley is Brinda's Unit Leader. Donna Fendley is the Manager of the Systems & Support Department. Donna is a great source of information about your group's reports. Demi Cullen is the Eligibility Clerk for your group. She can answer any membership, prescription drug program or billing questions you may have. Donna Fendley is her Manager. Jo Aldridge is responsible for Plan Documents. You may call her about any amendments or changes. Linda Fuller writes and revises benefit booklets and programs system benefits for HBI. You may reach any of us by calling (214)6694600. We appreciate your business and will strive to give your employees the service they deserve. --Sincerely, Roma Dixon, Sr. Director RD:lh cc: Leah Ochoa, Donna Fendley, ADM NISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT HBI-ASA/11-93 ADM NISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between HealthCare Benefits, Inc., a corporation organized, existing and doing business under and by virtue of laws of the State of Texas (hereinafter referred to as "Contractor"), and City of Round Rock (hereinafter referred to as "Purchaser"). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, Contractor is in the business of providing independent third-party administration of employee welfare benefit programs; and WHEREAS, Purchaser desires to engage the service of a third-party administrator for a welfare benefit program (hereinafter referred to as "Benefit Program") to be provided to Purchaser's employees and their eligible dependents (hereinafter collectively referred to as "Participants"); and WHEREAS, Contractor is willing to provide such services to Purchaser an other parties on an independent contract basis. NOW, THEREFORE, for an in consideration of the mutual promises, covenants and Agreements hereinafter set forth, the parties hereto agree as follows: SECTION ONE OBLIGATION OF PURCHASER 1.01 Purchaser shall furnish Contractor with a detailed description of the Benefit Program to be administered. 1.02 Purchaser, in consultation with Contractor, shall determine the administrative practices and procedures to be followed in the processing and payment of claims. 1.03 Purchaser shall provide to Contractor a complete and current listing of all Participants eligible to receive benefits prior to their date of eligibility--making timely changes to the listing on a periodic basis. 1.04 Purchaser shall obtain the consent of Participants for the release of confidential medical information required for administration and to process claims for the payment of fees for medical services rendered to patients, including any fees for mental or emotional health services performed by professionals, as may be required by state or federal law. 1.05 Purchaser shall establish and maintain a suitable banking arrangement to effectuate the provisions of Section Six herein. 1.06 At Contractor's request, or at Purchaser's option, Purchaser shall make the final determination of eligibility of Participants to receive benefits and any special issues arising in the course of administration. 1 1.07 Purchaser shall designate in writing a contact person who will be empowered to act on behalf of Purchaser with regard to the terms of the Agreement and with whom Contractor can coordinate and resolve all questions arising in the course of administration. SECTION TWO OBLIGATION OF CONTRACTOR 2.01 Contractor shall administer Purchaser's Benefit Program in accordance with the benefit plan description provided and the administrative practices and procedures established. 2.02 Contractor shall recommend to Purchaser appropriate changes and modification to the Benefit Program and its administrative practices and procedures where required. 2.03 Contractor shall provide or arrange for suitable facilities, equipment and personnel necessary for proper administration of the Benefit Program. 2.04 Contractor shall, upon request, assist Purchaser is establishing appropriate banking arrangements for program administration. 2.05 Contractor shall provide standard administrative materials, including enrollment forms, participant and provider claim forms and two identification cards for each participant in the Benefit Program on the Effective Date of the Plan. The cost of reprinting additional identification cards shall be the obligation of the Purchaser. 2.06 Contractor shall, upon request, assist Purchaser in incorporating the Benefit Program description and design into a plan document and booklet for Participants. The Contractor will provide one benefit booklet per participant enrolled in the Benefit Program on the Effective Date of the Plan. The cost of reprinting additional benefit booklets shall be the obligation of the Purchaser. 2.07 Contractor shall supply the initial check stock, thereafter the cost of additional checks shall be the obligation of the Purchaser; 2.08 Contractor shall provide claims processing services to include: a. Review and validation of all claims submitted for payment; b. Determination of benefits in accordance with the specification of the Benefit Program; C. Coordination of benefits with other plans, where appropriate; d. Preparation and mailing of explanation of benefit forms; and e. Preparation and mailing of claim drafts drawn on Purchaser's bank account as provided in Section Six herein; and f. Other services as set forth in the Bid Specifications and Bid 2 2.09 Contractor shall establish liaison with Purchaser's designee, providers and Participants, as required, to obtain and follow-up on additional service information, to verify eligibility of Participants and to assist in resolving claims problems. 2.10 Contractor shall provide periodic written reports to include: a. Monthly check reconciliation report; b. Monthly benefit experience reports; and C. Those report specified in Item Four of the current Exhibit to this Agreement, if any; and d. Other reports as set forth in Bid Specifications and Bid 2.11 Contractor will provide Purchaser copies of specific claim payment drafts upon request. 2.12 Contractor shall evaluate late applicants for evidence of good health on behalf of Purchaser. 2.13 Contractor shall maintain current individual benefit records on all Participants and shall maintain the confidentiality of any medical information contained in such records. 2.14 Contractor shall prepare IRS form 1099 reports on medical provider fees. 2.15 Contractor shall keep Purchaser informed with respect to non-routine "shock" claims and matters of general interest including recurring administration problems, local situations meriting review and possible misuses of benefits. 2.16 Contractor shall refer to Purchaser any claim or class of claims Purchaser may specify for consideration and final decision, to include: a. Claims for services which do not appear to qualify for payment under the Benefit Program; b. Claims in which there is a question of the amount of payment due; C. Claims involving any matter in controversy; and d. Those claims or classes of claims specified in Item Three of the current Exhibit to this Agreement, if any. 2.17 Contractor shall assist Purchaser in the analysis and resolution of disputed claims, provided, however, that such assistance shall in no way include or be considered to include or constitute legal advice or opinions. 2.18 Underwriting services will not be provided unless specifically identified in Item Two of the Exhibit to this Agreement, if any. Any such services provided will include required certifications by a qualified actuary. 2.19 Contractor shall also provide those services specified in Item Two of the current Exhibit to this Agreement, if any. 3 SECTION THREE RELATIONSHIP OF PARTIES 3.01 Contractor shall not be construed, represented or held out to be a partner, associate, joint venturer or employee of Purchaser nor shall the Contractor be construed, represented or held out to be an agent of the Purchaser or agent of any insurance company. Contractor shall at all times have the status of an independent Contractor. 3.02 Contractor shall, upon request, assist purchaser in obtaining Stop Loss Reinsurance. If Stop Loss reinsurance is purchased, contractor shall not be responsible for claims not timely filed and not included within the Stop Loss coverage. Contractor shall attempt to assist Purchaser in encouraging providers to file claims timely but contractor assumes no responsibility for the timely filing of such claims and Purchaser commits not to sue contractor regarding any claims arising out of Stop Loss reinsurance coverage so purchased. 3.03 Contractor is not a statutory fiduciary of Purchaser's Benefit Program nor is Contractor a plan administrator within the meaning of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, Public Law 93-406. 3.04 This Agreement is not a contract of insurance and Contractor is not an insurer or underwriter of Purchaser's liability under the Benefit Program. Purchaser has and retains the ultimate responsibility for payment of claims and other expenses under the Benefit Program. SECTION FOUR TERM AND TERNIINATION 4.01 The term of this Agreement shall be for the period of two (2) years commencing on the Effective Date specified herein and shall continue in full force and effect from year to year thereafter unless terminated as provided herein. 4.02 This Agreement may be terminated as follows: a. By the Contractor on any anniversary of the Effective Date of this Agreement following sixty (60) days' prior written notice to the Purchaser; b. By the Purchaser on any anniversary of the Effective Date of this Agreement following thirty (30) days' prior written notice to Contractor. C. By Contractor upon Purchaser's failure to fund the bank account as provided for in Paragraph 6.02 of Section Six below; d. By Purchaser for cause, upon fifteen (15) days' prior written notice, if Contractor fails to correct any deficiency in the performance of its obligations under the Agreement within fifteen (15) working days after notice of such deficiency is given to Contractor by Purchaser in writing; or e. By both parties on a mutually agreeable date. 4 4.03 If this Agreement is terminated by Purchaser, except as provided in Paragraph 4.02, above, Purchaser agrees to pay to Contractor a termination fee in an amount equal to twice the average of the monthly administration fee due for all months immediately preceding termination. Such termination fee is due an payable within thirty (30) days after notice of termination, or immediately upon termination if no notice is given, and is in addition to any monthly administration fee, or portion thereof, or any other monies due and payable to Contractor under this Agreement. 4.04 If this agreement is terminated for cause by Purchaser under paragraph 4.02, above, the Purchaser shall not be liable for any termination fees or charges. Moreover, Purchaser may withhold from the current administration fees due Contractor, the costs incurred by Purchaser in attempting to gain Contractor's performance of the Agreement. SECTION FIVE ADMINISTRATION FEES AND REIMBURSEMENT 5.01 Purchaser agrees to pay Contractor a monthly administration fee, as described in EXHIBIT NUMBER ONE attached hereto, within twenty (20) days after the day on which a correct invoice for the services is received. a. The fee shall be due and payable as of the first of each month beginning with the first month of this Agreement. Any adjustments to the monthly fee shall be added to the next months invoice b. If the fee remains unpaid after twenty one (21 )lays from the receipt of a correct invoice , the Contractor may charge a late fee equal to ten percent (10%) per annum of the past due amount or the maximum amount permitted by state law whichever is less. C. After the thirty-first (31st) day the Contractor may suspend its performance under this agreement and terminate this Agreement for non-payment of Fees with (10) days prior written notice. 5.02 The amount of the administration fee shall be determined in accordance with the specifications contained in Item One of the current Exhibit to this Agreement. 5.03 The administration fee shall be subject to change by Contractor as follows: a. On each anniversary of the Effective date of this Agreement, upon a ninety(90) days prior written notice to purchaser; b. On the implementation date of any changes in the Benefit Program which would increase Contractor's cost of administration; C. On any date that increased expenses are incurred by Contractor because of changes imposed by governmental entities--limited to increases sufficient to recover the additional expenses; or 5 d. One any date that Benefit Program enrollment changes by an amount equal to ten percent (10%) or more of total enrollment. 5.04 Purchaser shall reimburse Contractor for the direct cost of any special supplies or forms provided by Contractor for and at the request of the Purchaser--such reimbursement to be in addition to the monthly administration fee. 5.05 Purchaser will reimburse Contractor for any taxes imposed or adjudged due by any lawful authority with respect to the Benefit Program or its administration. In the case of imposition of such tax liability, Purchaser may elect to terminate this Agreement upon thirty(30)days' prior written notice without incurring liability for termination fees or charges. SECTION SIX CLAIMS PAYMENT AND BANKING ARRANGEMENT 6.01 Purchaser shall establish a bank account on which Contractor shall write drafts for the payment of Benefit Program claims and expenses. Purchaser agrees and is obligated to arrange for sufficient funds to be available in such account to cover all draft validly issued against the account. Contractor shall notify Purchaser, simultaneous with the release of checks, the amount that is required to be deposited by Purchaser to cover the checks issued. 6.02 Contractor shall have the right to terminate this Agreement upon notice to Purchaser in the event that Purchaser fails to fund such account within three (3) banking days after notice is given by Contractor that such funds are required to be deposited. 6.03 Notice by Contractor, as contemplated in paragraph 6.02, above, shall be sufficient if given by telephone, fax or by United States mail, delivery services or personal delivery to Purchaser's designee or the signatory to this Agreement at the telephone number or address specified in Item Five of the current Exhibit to this Agreement. Any telephonic notice given will be confirmed in writing within twenty four (24) hours. SECTION SEVEN NOTICES 7.01 All notices given under in this Agreement, unless otherwise provided for herein, must be in writing and shall be deemed to have been given for all purposes when personally delivery and received or when deposited in the United States mail, first-class postage prepaid, certified or registered, return receipt requested and addressed to the parties as set fort in Item Five of current Exhibit to this Agreement, if any. 6 SECTION EIGHT 8.01 To the extent permitted by applicable law, Purchaser shall covenant not to sue Contractor, its officers, directors, employees and agents regarding all claims or actions based upon, arising out of , or in any way connected with the services rendered by Contractor pursuant to the terms of this Agreement except for willful misconduct or gross negligence on the performance of said services by contractor, its officers, directors, employees or agents. SECTION NINE GENERAL PROVISIONS 9.01 ASSIGNMENT. No part of this Agreement, or any rights, duties, or obligations described herein, shall be assigned or delegated without the prior express written consent of both parties. Contractor's acquisition and use of facilities, services, supplies, equipment and the use of temporary personnel on site shall not constitute an assignment under this Agreement; provided however, that the supervision of all services provided under this Agreement will be performed by Contractor's regular employees. 9.02 GOVERNING LAW. This contract shall be governed by and shall be construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of Texas, and venue for any and all action brought hereunder shall be in Williamson County. 9.03 MODIFICATION. This Agreement shall not be amended or modified in any manner except by an instrument in writing executed by the parties. 9.04 CAPTIONS. Captions appearing in this Agreement and its exhibits, if any, are provided for convenience only and in no way define, limit, construe or describe the scope of sections or paragraphs to which they are inserted. 9.05 GENDER AND MODE. The use herein of a personal pronoun in the masculine or feminine gender or in the singular or plural mode, shall be deemed to include the opposite gender or mode unless the context clearly indicates the contrary. 9.06 EXHIBIT. "Exhibit" means the attached document(s) setting out certain particulars of this Agreement, or any replacement document(s) mutually agreed to by the parties. 9.07 LEGAL CONSTRUCTION. Should any provision(s) contained in this Agreement be held to be invalid, illegal or otherwise unenforceable, the remaining provisions of the Agreement shall be construed in their entirety as if separate and apart from the invalid, illegal or unenforceable provision(s), subject to renegotiation by the parties if a material change in the terms of the Agreement were to result. 9.08 ENFORCEMENT. Any delay or inconsistency in the enforcement of any part of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any rights with respect to the enforcement of this Agreement at any future date nor shall it limit any remedies which may be sought in any action to enforce any provision of this Agreement. 7 9.09 FORCE MAJEURE. Neither party shall be liable for any failure to perform its obligations under this Agreement is prevented from doing so by a cause or causes beyond its commercially reasonable control including, but not limited to, acts of God or nature, fires, floods, storms, earthquakes, riots, strikes and wars or restraints of government. 9.10 ENTIRETY. This Agreement and any exhibits or amendments and advertisement for bids shall constitute the entire Agreement between the parties and shall supersede any and all prior Agreements or understandings, either oral or in writing, between the parties respecting the subject matter herein. 9.11 DISCLOSURE STATEMENT. Purchaser acknowledges that a disclosure of all payments to be made to Contractor has been made to Purchaser and such disclosure statement is incorporated herein by reference. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement for an Effective Date of December 1, 1993. FOR City of Roun oc , ur aser• Title: te) FOR HEALTHCARE BENEFITS, INC., Contractor: J ie Hamilton (Date) ice President - HealthCare Benefits, Inc. 8 EXIIIBIT NUMBER ONE Specifications For ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT Between HEALTHCARE BENEFITS, INC. (CONTRACTOR) and City of Round Rock (PURCHASER) These specifications are to apply beginning with the Effective Date of the Agreement between the parties to which this Exhibit is attached and shall continue in force and effect until the Agreement is terminated or this Exhibit is superseded in whole or in part by a later executed exhibit. ITEM ONE ADMINISTRATION FEE As provided in paragraph 5.02 of Section Five of the Agreement, for the first(1st) year this Agreement is in effect, the monthly administration fee shall be an amount equal to Nine dollars and fifty cents dollars ($9.50) multiplied by the number of Participants enrolled in the Benefit Program on the first (1st) day of each month. ITEM TWO OTHER SERVICES As provided in paragraph 2.18 of Section Two of the Agreement, the following additional services shall be furnished: A. Inpatient Certification Program will be administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Inc. acting as agent of Contractor. B. Prescription Drug Program by arrangement with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Inc. acting as agent of Contractor to provide benefits substantially the same as its insured Prescription Drug Program. Your billing will include applicable dispensing fees, Discounted pricing and one and 50/100 dollars ($1.50) per prescription filed payable to the drug card company. ITEM THREE SPECIAL CLAIMS PROCESSING As provided in paragraph 2.15d of Section Two of the Agreement, the following special claims handling procedures shall be followed: None. 1 ITEM FOUR OTHER REPORTS As provided in paragraph 2.09c of Section Two of the Agreement, the following additional reports shall be furnished: None. ITEM FIVE NOTICE ADDRESS As provided in paragraph 7.01 of Section Seven of the Agreement, notice to Contractor shall be delivered or mailed to: HealthCare Benefits, Inc. 1201 South Sherman, Suite 200 Richardson, Texas 75081 Written notice to Purchaser shall be delivered or mailed to: City of Round Rock 221 E. Main Round Rock, TX 78664-5299 Fax notice to Purchaser shall be made to the following number: 512-255-6676 FOR City of Round Rock, PURCHASER: 14 Title: te) FOR HEALTHCARE BENEFITS, INC., CONTRACTOR: a % %"qLL 'j. a I , -hkh6�z kie Hamilton V (Date) ice President - HealthCare Benefits, Inc. 2 CONTACT PERSON Purchaser shall designate in writing a contact person who will be empowered to act on behalf of Purchaser with regard to the terms of the Agreement and with whom Contractor can coordinate and resolve all questions arising in the course of administration. FOR City of Round Rock, PURCHASER: Title: (Date) DESIGNATED PERSON EMPOWERED TO ACT ON BEHALF OF PURCHASER: Title: (Date) 1 EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLAN DISCLOSURE FORM For City of Round Rock The agent and/or HealthCare Benefits, Inc. will contract with or represent the insurance carrier in conjunction with the sale of certain group insurance polices. This disclosure does not limit the agent's ability to recommend the products of other insurance companies or other funding organizations, but is intended to disclose the financial interest of the parties as to the Employee Benefit Plan. HealthCare Benefits, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Inc. As requested by the Purchaser, HealthCare Benefits, Inc. has solicited bids from Stop Loss Carriers, Life Carriers, etc. and the Purchaser, after reviewing the proposals, has selected certain coverage. The relationship and dealings of those companies are on file with the State Board of Insurance. If insurance is purchased through an insurance company, HealthCare Benefits, Inc. may contract to facilitate the payment of insurance premiums, claims and eligibility and may receive compensation for its services but HealthCare Benefits, Inc. is not an agent of the insurance company and does not receive commissions. The following persons or companies are entitled to commissions as agents on the insurance contract issued to you: Product: Administration Name of Broker: The Romine Group Commission: JQ..00 Product: Stop Loss Name of Broker: The Romine Group Commission: 6% HealthCare Benefits, Inc. in addition to its administrative charge as indicated in the Administrative Services Agreement is entitled to the following payments and marketing allowances for its services: Product:N/A Commission:N/A FOR City of Round ck, CHASER: Title: (Date) 1 The undersigned acknowledges receipt of the information contained herein prior to any purchase and approves the proposed transaction on behalf of the plan without receiving, either directly or indirectly, any personal compensation in connection with the purchase of policies under this Plan. FOR City of Round Roc PUR SER: Title: (Date) C FOR HEALTHCARE BENEFITS, INC., CONTRACTOR: Jacki amilton (Date) Vice President - HealthCare Benefits, Inc. 2 R � ' CITY OF ROUND ROCK INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM TO: Steve Sheets , City Attorney FROM: Linda Gunther , Personnel Manager DATE: February 7 , 1994 SUBJ : HBI Plan Document/Administrative Service Agreement/Delaware American Life Insurance Indemity Policy. Could you please review enclosed documents and return. Thank you for your assistance and time in reviewing the documents . PLAN DOCUMENT NO.: 1168 PLANHOLDER: City of Round Rock PLANHOLDER'S PRINCIPAL LOCATION: Round Rock, Texas PLAN EFFECTIVE DATE: December 1, 1993 PLAN ANNIVERSARIES: December 1, 1994 and each year thereafter STOP LOSS CARRIER: Delaware American Life Insurance Company The Planholder has established a self-funded Employee Welfare Benefit Plan,and the Planholder has adopted this'PLAN DOCUMENT" (hereinafter'PLANJ providing for certain medical benefits as herein described for certain Employees and certain Dependents of such Employees of the Planholder and other Participant Employers as herein listed. The Planholder AGREES to pay, subject to all the provisions of this Plan, including any amendments to this Plan,the benefits hereinafter described to the person or persons entitled to such payments while covered hereunder. The provisions of the following pages are a part of this Plan. Such provisions alone constitute the agreement under which payments will be made and are a part of this 'Plan' as fully as If recited over the signatures hereto affixed. IN WITNESS HEREOF, City of Round Rock has caused this Plan to be executed this 1 st day of December, 1993. SIG D WITNESSED BY: ly A5/5;r,0,4/r eIry I rvA5c6e/ Title Title /ry a&�12 4 /9 Dati Date 2