Benessential™ Discount Program Member Contract
This Benessential Discount Program Group Contract (the
"Agreement") is between Wyssta Services, Inc. ("Wyssta") and you ("Covered Member")
for the Benessential Discount Program ("Program"). This Agreement
governs the Benessential Discount Program by Wyssta and provided through
arrangement with EyeMed Vision Care, LLC (EyeMed), Innoviant Inc.
(Innoviant), and/or American Dental Professional Services (ADPS),
together ("Network Vendors"). On behalf of Group's eligible employees
and their eligible dependents, the Group has entered into this Agreement
through execution of the Benessential Discount Program Employer
Application, which is made the cover page to this Agreement.
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Definitions
- "Covered Member" means any person enrolling in the Plan and for whom all membership fees have been paid.
- "Eligible Dependents" means family members living with the Covered Member or family members not living with the Covered Member who are financially dependent on the Covered Member.
- "Participating Provider" means a:
- vision care provider who has entered into a
contract with EyeMed to participate in the Program and who
appears on the Program vision provider network list;
- pharmacy provider who has entered into a contract
with Innoviant to participate in the Innoviant Program and
who appears on the Program pharmacy provider network list;
- dental provider who has entered into a contract
with ADPS to participate in the ADPS Discount Network
Program and who appears on the Program dental provider
network list;
- chiropractic provider who has entered into a
contract with ADPS to participate in the Program and who
appears on the Program chiropractic provider network list.
- "Services" means the services and materials subject to
discount and specified on the services and discount schedules,
which are included as a part of this Agreement as Attachments A
through D.
- "Benessential Discount Program" or "the Program" means
the Application for Benessential Discount Program (the
Application), this Agreement and all schedules, exhibits or
attachments hereto, including Attachments A through D, setting
forth the terms and conditions under which a Covered Member
and his/her Eligible Dependents can obtain the discounts on
services and materials provided on Attachments A through D.
- "Membership Fee" means the fee for membership in the
Benessential Discount Program.
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Discount Plan
THE BENESSENTIAL DISCOUNT PROGRAM IS NOT INSURANCE. It is a
fee discount plan under which Covered Members and their Eligible
Dependents receive discounts from Participating Providers for
products, materials, and services. Wyssta offers the Benessential
Discount Program, through arrangement with EyeMed, Innoviant, and
ADPS. Participating Providers may not be available in all areas and
are subject to change without notice. Network Vendors are also
subject to change without notice. Covered Members may check the
provider list on Benessential's website at www.benessential.com or
may call Benessential at 877-545-4541 to determine whether a
provider is a Participating Provider.
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Membership Terms and Conditions
The following terms and conditions of this Agreement govern
the Benessential Discount Program provided to Group on behalf of
Covered Members and their Eligible Dependents. Group should read
the terms of this Agreement carefully and communicate any questions
to Benessential Program representatives available by telephone from
8:00 am to 6:00 pm Central Time Monday - Thursday and 8:00 am to
5:00 pm Central Time Friday at 877-545-4541.
- Description of Benefits. Each Covered Member and his/her Eligible Dependents are entitled to receive discounts on the products, materials and services that are set forth in the schedules included with this Agreement as Attachments A through D, when services are provided by a Participating Provider. The eligible services, products, materials, and fee discounts are subject to change, modification, or substitution at any time without notice to the Covered Member. In order to receive services at the discounted rate, a Covered Member or his/her Eligible Dependents must present their Benessential Discount Card to the Participating Provider before services are rendered. Wyssta is not responsible for any fees or costs that a Covered Member or his/her Eligible Dependent may owe Participating Providers for services.
- Membership Term. The membership term begins on the Program effective date of the Agreement shown on the Application and continues monthly while all membership fees are paid in full. Once the Benessential Discount Program Membership Fee is paid, a Covered Member and his/her Eligible Dependents will be entitled to the discounts provided under the Program beginning on the first day of the following month. Retroactive changes in membership, either enrollment or termination, are not allowed.
- Membership Payment/Billing. Payment for the initial and any renewal Benessential Program Membership Fee will be charged against the Member’s credit or debit card or effected through an ACH Financing Agreement no later than the 15th working day of each month preceding the month for which the program is in effect. Wyssta reserves the right to adjust the Program Membership Fee at any time with thirty (30) days advance written notice to the Member. Any adjustment will be effective on the date given in the notice.
- Termination. The Member may terminate this agreement by giving Benessential a minimum of thirty (30) days advance notice in writing. The termination will take effect the first of the month following the thirty (30) day notice time period.
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Covered Member Representations and
Acknowledgements
In return for the discounts and benefits available under the
Program, the Group makes the following representations and
acknowledgements:
- Member understands that this Agreement becomes effective upon execution of the Application. The Application will become a part of this Agreement as the cover page.
- Member has read this Agreement carefully, understands that the Program is a fee discount program and not insurance, and understands the terms and conditions of the Program.
- Payment of the Program Membership Fee will be charged by the 15th working day of each month in advance for the month following.
- Membership in the Program and benefits thereunder are not assignable, and are available only for Covered Member's personal benefit or for the benefit of Covered Member's Eligible Dependents.
- Member understands that Wyssta bears no responsibility for the payment of (or contribution to) the services provided under the Program. Payment of Participating Providers' discounted fees remain the sole responsibility of Covered Members who are responsible for paying Participating Providers for services rendered at time of service unless otherwise agreed upon by Covered Member and Participating Provider.
- Member understands that Participating Providers may not be available in all areas and are subject to change without notice. Covered Members may check the Benessential website at
www.benessential.com
or call Benessential at 877-545-4541 prior to choosing a
provider for service.
- Member understands that all Participating Providers and/or vendors are independent contractors, and that Wyssta is in no way responsible for the services provided by a Participating Provider or vendor.
- Member understands that the Benessential Discount Program is not insurance and it is not intended that it replace other insurance coverage. Whether the Program reduces deductibles, co-payments, or other out-of-pocket expenses for services that are covered by insurance may depend on the specific terms of the insurance policy involved.
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Disclaimer of Warranties
Wyssta is not a merchant, manufacturer, or a direct provider
of the services available to Covered Employees. Accordingly, Wyssta
does not give any warranty, express or implied, as to description,
quality, merchantability, fitness for any particular purpose,
productiveness, or any other matter, for any services or merchandise
purchased or received by a covered employee from a provider or
vendor through his/her membership in the Benessential program.
Covered Employee acknowledges that he/she is not relying on Wyssta's
skill or judgment in selecting a provider or vendor for the services
available to covered employee and his/her eligible dependents. In
the event any product or service purchased or received by a Covered
Employee is canceled, modified, defective, or otherwise
unsatisfactory, the Covered Employee will look solely to the
Participating Provider, Seller, Merchant, or Manufacturer of the
product or service for any repair, exchange, refund, or satisfaction
of claim. It is further understood that all services requested are
subject to the availability of such services and any information
provided to Covered Employee is subject to change without notice.
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Miscellaneous
- Notices. Any and all notices, consents,
approvals, requests, and other written communications given or
required under the terms of this Agreement shall be deemed to
have been duly given and served when sent by first class mail,
postage prepaid and addressed to Benessential at:
Wyssta Services, Inc.
2801 Hoover Road
P.O. Box 828
Stevens Point, WI 54481
- Entire Agreement. This Agreement sets
forth the entire agreement and understanding of the parties with
regard to membership in the Program. No representations,
inducements, promises or agreements, or otherwise, shall be of
any force or effect. The validity or unenforceability of any
term of this Agreement shall in no way affect the validity or
enforceability of any other terms or provisions of this
Agreement.
- Binding Effect. This Agreement shall be
binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties as well as
their respective successors and permitted assigns.
- Governing Law. This Agreement shall be
governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State
of Wisconsin regardless of any application of principles
regarding conflicts of laws.
- Headings. The headings or captions
provided throughout this Agreement are for reference purposes
only and shall in no way affect the meaning or interpretation of
this Agreement.
- Waiver of Breach. Waiver of breach of any
provision of this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of any
other breach of the same or different provision.
- All customer service questions or complaints should be
directed to Benessential at 877-545-4541.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Wyssta Services, Inc has executed and
attested this Agreement; however, this Agreement is not effective unless
the Group has executed a fully completed Application.
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ATTACHMENT A
Vision Care Services and Discount Schedule
Service
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Member Cost
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| Exam with Dilation as Necessary: |
$5 off comprehensive exam
$10 off contact lens exam |
| Frames: |
35% off retail price |
Complete Pair Glasses
Purchased:
- The following frame, lenses, and lens options
discounts and fees apply only if a complete pair is
purchased in the same transaction.
- Items purchases separately will be discounted 20%
off of the retail price.
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Member Cost
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Single Plastic Lenses including
Standard
Scratch Coating:
Single Vision
Bifocal
Trifocal
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$50
$70
$105
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Lens Options:
UV Coating
Tint (solid and gradient)
Standard Scratch-Reisistance
Standard Polycarbonate
Standard Anti-Reflective Coating
Standard Progressive (add-on to bifocal)
Add-Ons and Services
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$15
$15
$15
$40
$45
$65
20% off retail price
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Contact Lenses:
(discount applies to materials only)
Conventional
Disposable
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15% off retail price
0% off retail price
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Laser Vision Correction:
LASIK or PRK
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15% off retail price or 5% off promotional price
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Frequency:
All Services
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Unlimited
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Additional Notes:
- Since LASIK or PRK vision correction is an elective
procedure, performed by specially trained providers, this discount
my not always be available from a provider in your immediate
location. For a location near you and the discount authorization,
please call 1-877-5LA-SER6.
- After initial purchase, replacement contact lenses may be
obtained via the Internet at substantial savings and mailed directly
to the member. Details are available at www.eyemedvisioncare.com/deltadental.
- Member will receive 20% discount on items purchased at
participating providers not specifically covered by this Discount
plan. The 20% discount may not be combined with any other discounts
or promotional offers, and the discount does not apply to EyeMed
Provider's professional services, or contact lenses.
- Retail prices may vary by location.
Plan Limitations/Exclusions:
- Orthoptic or vision training, subnormal vision aids, and
associated supplemental testing.
- Medical and/or surgical treatment of the eye, eyes or
supporting structures.
- Corrective eyewear required by an employer as a condition
of employment, and safety eyewear unless specifically covered under
plan.
- Services provided as a result of any Worker’s Compensation
law.
- Discount is not available on those frames where the
manufacturer prohibits a discount.
A Benessential Discount Program Provider Directory can
be located at www.benessential.com
or by calling Benessential customer service at 877-545-4541.
ATTACHMENT B
Pharmacy Care Services and Discount Schedule
The following summarizes the key features of the plan:
- This is a retail plan only. It does not contain a mail
order feature.
- Plan provides for 31 day supply.
- The refill percentage for this plan, which is the
percentage of the previous prescription that has to be used before a
refill will be granted, is set at 70%.
- Program contains the Wise Choice RX program. Wise
Choice RX is a consultative member benefit. The objective is to
allow members access to pharmacy professionals, in a one on one
environment so that the member can get information that allows the
member to manage their drug therapy in a clinically sound and
economic manner. This can be accessed by calling 877-809-6996 and is
completed in a confidential environment.
- All disposable diabetic supplies plus insulin will receive
a discount.
- Many FDA approved prescription products will receive a
discount. The following chart summarizes discounted and
non-discounted drugs by category.
| Non-discounted Category |
Comment |
| Allergy Serums |
Not discounted because they are normally dispensed by a
physician. |
| Anabolic Steroids |
Most commonly used for cosmetic purposes. |
| All cosmetic products |
Not discounted. |
| Devices |
With the exception of diabetic supplies. |
| Injectables |
Unless approved and packaged for self administration. |
| Ostomy Supplies |
Associated with colostomy, ileostomy, and urostomy.
Usually considered under medical plans. |
| All over the counter products |
Not discounted. |
| Plan |
Discount |
| Retail Pharmacy |
Brand Named Drugs: AWP discounted up
to 14% plus $2.00 Dispensing Fee Per Claim.
MAC Generic Drugs: AWP discounted up to 50% plus $2.75
Dispensing Fee Per Claim.
Non-MAC Generics: AWP discounted up to 14% plus $2.75
Dispensing Fee Per Claim. |
DEFINITIONS
- MAC:
MAC is an acronym for Maximum Allowable Cost. It is a cost
management program that sets upper limits on the payment for
equivalent drugs available from multiple manufacturers. It is the
highest unit price that will be paid for a drug. Mac is applied to
generic drugs - not brand-name drugs.
- AWP:
AWP is an acronym for Average Wholesale Price. The average
wholesale price is the average industry published price for a given
drug. The MAC then becomes a percentage off the AWP price on a drug.
A Benessential Discount Program Provider Directory can
be located at www.benessential.com
or by calling Benessential customer service at 877-545-4541.
ATTACHMENT C
Dental Discount Care Services and Discount Schedule
The Benessential Discount Dental program provides members with up
to 55% in savings on dental services when seen by a participating
dentist, dental group or dental location.
The following summarizes the Dental services included in the Plan:
- Examinations
- Cleanings
- X-rays
- Fillings
- Root Canals
- Periodontics
- Oral Surgery
- Crowns
- Dentures
- Orthodontics
- Cosmetics
A Benessential Discount Program Provider Directory can
be located at www.benessential.com
or by calling Benessential customer service at 877-545-4541.
ATTACHMENT D
Chiropractic Discount Care Services and Discount Schedule
Members receive reduced rates and immediate care when visiting a
participating Chiropractic doctor.
The following summarizes the Member benefits included in the Plan:
- No charge consultation
- Unlimited visits per member
- Treatment includes acute, chronic, and preventive care
- Discounts off of regular rates:
- 50% savings on diagnostic and x-rays (except in
Colorado)
- 30% savings on other services
A Benessential Discount Program Provider Directory can
be located at www.benessential.com
or by calling Benessential customer service at 877-545-4541.