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Can CVT raise prices at anytime during the year?

No. Rates are guaranteed from 10/1 to 9/30 of the following year. CVT's rates are set in May for an effective date of October 1.

Does CVT use "low-ball" rates to get new business?

We pool rate all programs. New groups of over 100 employees are experienced rated. If they rate higher than the pool rates, they come in at a higher percentage on the PPO programs.

What happens if I do not use a prudent buyer provider?

You will have out-of-pocket costs.

Don't we lose local control if we join CVT?

No. All CVT participants have access to the Board and Staff at any time.

Why do you require 100 percent participation in the plan?

It is necessary for financial stability and the good of the entire Trust.

How do you join CVT and get out of it?

Bargain in - bargain out - see Section 9 of the Participation Agreement.

Where does CVT invest its money?

Board policy limits investments to public domestic and foreign equities, Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities, high yield bonds and investment grade bonds.

How is a full or part time employee determined?

Full or part time employees are determined by the District and Bargaining Agreements.

Where do the funds come from to support the CVT staff?

CVT operates on interest earned. All monies received from the Districts are for the payment of claims.

Will I have medical coverage when out of state or out of the country?

Yes.

Does your contract state it has precedence over any collective bargaining agreement?

Yes, but only to the extent that individual units cannot change board established plan designs.

Does CVT coordinate benefits with indemnity plans and PPO'S?

Yes. Your plan is primary for you, your spouse's plan is primary for her or him and the parent with the birthday that is first in the year is primary for any children.

Will I lose my Delta Dental Incentive level?

No. You and your enrolled dependents will stay at your current incentive level - providing there is no break in coverage.

What happens to retirees and COBRA participants if the group leaves CVT?

Retirees and COBRA participants leave with their District.