Recurring Premium Reimbursement
This article applies to you if you have a Via Benefits reimbursement account, sometimes known as a Health Reimbursement Arrangement*.
Note: Recurring Premium Reimbursement isn't available to participants receiving ICHRA benefits.
Eligibility
Recurring Premium Reimbursement is one of three options to receive your automatic monthly reimbursement for your insurance premiums. Your former employer’s or benefits provider’s rules and your plan will determine whether Recurring Premium Reimbursement, Automatic Premium Reimbursement, or Express Reimbursement is available to you.
How it Works
Recurring Premium Reimbursement offers several advantages. You only need to submit a reimbursement request once per year, rather than monthly, and your reimbursement will be issued at the same time each month for the entire calendar year. You can also request reimbursement for eligible premiums from any insurance carrier, not just plans that you enrolled in through Via Benefits.
Consider using Recurring Premium Reimbursement when Automatic Premium Reimbursement isn't available, and Express Reimbursement isn't available or selected.
Note: Don't submit a Recurring Premium Reimbursement request for a plan that has Automatic Premium Reimbursement turned on or Express Reimbursement selected; this will result in a duplicate claim denial.
Submitting a Recurring Premium Reimbursement Request
The fastest and most secure way to submit your Recurring Premium Reimbursement request is through the Via Benefits Accounts mobile app or on the website. If you're unable or prefer not to submit a request online, you can request a form by calling us; however, using a paper Reimbursement Request Form may delay the receipt and processing of your request by up to 10 additional days. Read Submitting a Reimbursement Request for details.
Payment
Once we process your request, you'll begin receiving premium reimbursements, up to your available balance, at the start of each month for the rest of the calendar year. If your request included previous months, those reimbursements will be issued in a lump sum.
Updating Your Request
You must update your Recurring Premium Reimbursement request with supporting documentation at least once every calendar year. You'll also need to update the request if your premium changes, even if you have the same plan, or when your plan renews, which typically occurs 12 months after the plan's effective date. Read Updating Your Premium for Recurring Reimbursements for instructions.
If you want to cancel your Recurring Premium Reimbursement, read Canceling Your Recurring Premium Reimbursement to learn how.
*Via Benefits reimbursement accounts are administered by Extend Health, LLC.