The MEWA easy to join. Below are some of the most frequent questions we’ve heard.
1How does my group become part of the NWOBA MEWA?
2Are there business size limitations?
In general, prospective groups are employers or Sole Proprietorships with up to fifty employees, but you can still join if you have fifty or more employees and gain the same benefits as a small employer.
3If a business is currently not a part of a sponsoring organization, how long will it take to become eligible once it joins?
Typically, membership into one of the NWOBA MEWA sponsoring organizations is immediate upon completion of a member application. The sponsoring organization's process for completing their member application may vary, but most provide for online, over-the-phone or in-person registrations. You can find a detailed listing of NWOBA MEWA sponsoring organizations here.
4What types of plans are available through the NWOBA MEWA?
The NWOBA MEWA offers a wide variety of medical and prescription drug plans including Health Maintenance Organization plans and Consumer Driven Health Plans. The NWOBA MEWA also offers Preferred Provider Organization plans for plan participants who reside outside of the MEWA service area.
5Can I change the plans I offer in the NWOBA MEWA?
Yes, participating employers can change the plans they offer to their employees every year.
6Can I offer plans to employees or dependents that live outside the MEWA service area?
Yes, a PPO network is available to members living temporarily outside of the MEWA Service Area or subscribers permanently residing outside of the MEWA Service Area with plan approval.
If you have other questions, please contact your broker or visit the Paramount MEWA website.
