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Small Business, Big Benefits

Access to leading small group carriers combined with technology and services to give you an edge

Small group employee benefits require a specialized approach. Leveraging our extensive insurance and benefits experience, PPI offers a competitive portfolio of carrier products with options to add PPI services and support.

Many Ways to Support Your Small Group Clients

Small Group Services

Marketing Support

Quotes for all lines of coverage, including voluntary with a quick turnaround for new business and renewals. We also coordinate all sold case paperwork, for a more seamless sales process.

Enrollment and Eligibility

Consolidated on or offline enrollment with administrator tools to manage eligibility changes and run reports. PPI ensures eligibility data is sent to the carrier.

Enhanced Services for 20+ Groups

Combined billing on non-medical lines and integrated COBRA Administration options create streamlined, end-to-end benefits administration.

Service with Heart

Dedicated small group sales support and account management teams assist with new business, renewals and administrative issues.

Employee Navigator Solution Sheet

Employee Navigator: Paperless Enrollment with Integration Options

The Employee Navigator system is perfect for fully-insured groups looking to streamline enrollment and automate eligibility to carriers. PPI will set up the platform and provide ongoing service, at no cost to you or your clients.

Setup of plans, eligibility, carrier integrations, and the employee portal
Training HR staff/administrators
Assistance with connecting to an Employee Navigator Marketplace COBRA vendor
Integrated carrier data with fallout resolution
Dedicated account team
Self-service options for ACA reporting

If a PPI administered medical plan is not an option, consider a consolidated package of dental, vision, life, disability, and voluntary lines for your small business clients. Not only will it provide administrative efficiencies, but it can create a more inclusive and attractive benefits program to attract, retain, and motivate employees.

And, when you add voluntary options with one of our Enrollment Support Solutions carriers, you can truly unlock the value of a holistic benefits approach: comprehensive implementation support, multi-pronged communication and outreach strategies ensure maximum participation.

Non-Medical Package Options

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Small Group Industry Insights

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Is a PEO Really the Best Fit for Your Business?

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