Special Note: As you know, the federal American Rescue Plan Act includes a provision allowing premium subsidy for continuation of coverage under COBRA. We are reviewing details to address potential questions. Look for a special Broker Bulletin with details coming next week.
COVID scheduling portal, and FAQs
Please note the following updates and resource links:
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California launched a new vaccine scheduling portal: My Turn
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WHA extended waiving all treatment costs associated with COVID-19 through June 30, 2021. This includes copayments and deductibles for office visits and hospitalization, and for services related to the treatment of COVID-19.
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The guidelines around the cost of testing for individualized diagnosis and treatment of COVID-19 continues to change. As regulations evolve, WHA is monitoring the changing situation and will continue to be supportive of our members and remain compliant, such as member testing covered at no cost. In keeping with the guidelines, WHA does not cover surveillance testing, such as a workplace testing program required by an employer.
Helping our teacher community get vaccinated - Dignity Health
WHA is proud of our partner, Dignity Health, for their efficient and effective pop-up vaccine clinics. WHA staff volunteered at the clinics and provided great feedback on how well organized and well run these clinics operated. All to get teachers in our communities vaccinated. And it doesn't stop there, community clinics run by NorthBay Healthcare, Providence, and our network hospitals are providing essential services to the communities we serve. Kudos to all our medical group partners for their extra efforts!
Healthcare leaders working together to win the race to vaccinate
WHA CEO Garry Maisel recently participated in a healthcare leadership summit about COVID-19 Moving Forward. Read more and follow his LinkedIn blog post on how local business leaders are working toward widespread vaccination across our communities.
Providence St. Joseph Health name change
As a result of the Providence and St. Joseph Health merger in 2016, all entities have now united under the Providence brand name. In coming months, you will see a transition on signs and logos at locations across Northern California. For example, Santa Rosa Memorial is now Providence Santa Rosa Memorial. We’ve updated our network brochure – be sure to use it with your current and prospective clients! | 
