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New Benefits Funds Acquisition of Technology Company, miQuotes LLC, of Kansas City
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New Benefits
To Participate On Florida Panel On Discount Medical
Plans
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CitiBusiness(R) Credit Cards Announces New Cardmember
Benefit: Free Prescription Discount Program
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Genesis
Womens Shelter Launches New Benefits' Free Pharmacy
Program
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New Benefits
President To Speak At AAPPO Conference
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New Benefits
Puts Children First In Christmas Toy Drive
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New Benefits
Announces New Vice President
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Identity
Safeguards teams with New Benefits to Provide Discount Identity Theft
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New Benefits
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Benefits, Inc. Expresses Condolences After National
Tragedy
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Coast
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Terry
Tullo Appointed President of New Benefits, Inc. (formerly Universal Health
Systems); Promotion Reflects the Companys Record
Growth
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Ultimate Flexibility in Discount Health Benefits
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New Benefits Funds Acquisition of Technology Company, miQuotes LLC, of Kansas City
Dallas, TX (July 12, 2007) – New Benefits, Ltd., a Dallas-based benefits and administrative company, announced today it has provided the funding for Stifeneb, LLC to acquire miQuotes, LLC of Kansas City. Stifeneb Insurance Agency is licensed in 49 states and the District of Columbia. miQuotes is an innovative Internet marketing company with patent pending technology to help individuals shop for insurance on-line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in a private label format. The miQuotes branding will be retained.
New Benefits, a national Discount Medical Plan Organization (DMPO), is a pioneer and leader in the discount medical industry since 1990 servicing over 10 million members. New Benefits offers complete management of benefit programs including access to best in class discount benefits such as dental, vision, pharmacy and many others, full regulatory compliance in all states, bilingual customer service, billing, provider relations and in-house production of custom plastic laminate membership cards and booklets in a one-of-a-kind print-on-demand variable data print center.
“From the moment I first met with the leadership at miQuotes, I knew they shared our commitment to providing quality products, flexibility through the latest technology and incomparable customer service,” said Joel Ray, CEO of New Benefits. “There is an undeniable paradigm shift the last couple of years in the way healthcare is being purchased and delivered in this country. With miQuotes unique web-based platform, we are now in position to assist organizations of all sizes with their voluntary and non-voluntary healthcare benefits.”
miQuotes works with associations, affinity groups, telemarketing companies, consulting firms, TPAs, insurance companies, agencies, banks, credit unions and employer groups of all sizes to offer affordable individual life and health insurance products through a customized web-based platform. Known for exceptional customer service, miQuotes brings a simplified approach to buying and selling insurance — virtually eliminating headaches and administrative burdens. The flexibility allows insurance agents or any type of organization the ability to private label their own voluntary healthcare benefits website portal for presentation and tracking to prospects and customers. By blending the two companies core competencies together, a single platform can be created to appeal not only to those individuals seeking insurance-related products but also those seeking to round out their core benefits with a broad range of discounted non-insurance products.
“Our vision is to become the #1 website where individuals shop for affordable insurance products,” said Greg Schlatter, miQuotes President and co-founder. “Stifeneb and New Benefits will help us reach past the next sales plateau and get our technology to the right markets. With their impeccable reputation in the discount healthcare industry and our ability to provide customized insurance solutions, we can become the single source healthcare solution.”
Consumer Driven Health Care is gaining traction all over the United States as a lower cost alternative to conventional employer sponsored health benefits. New Benefits and its family of companies have created a unique single source solution for large and small employers as well as individuals seeking health coverage.
This new style of platform has won the appeal of several insurance companies who choose to benefit from the design of an enterprise level web-based software package which enables their distribution of agents, brokers, managing general agents, and insurance marketing organizations the ability to market their specific buffet of products in a proprietary fashion to their group and association accounts. The software may also include non-competing and discount products in order to provide a broader range of offerings.
From an agency or TPA perspective, they may benefit from the miQuotes platform by offering a complete turn-key package of individual voluntary insurance and discount plans to their group and association relationships. Through the use of the miQuotes HR Advantage program, human resource and member benefit directors may offer a multitude of voluntary products to their employees without having to deal with the extreme administration issues such as managing payroll deductions, list billings from insurance companies, on site enrollments and strict participation requirements to name a few. This can all be done through a customized platform that accents the look and feel of the group or association. With the addition of the New Benefits lineup of products the HR Directors may add items such as discount prescription cards, vision and dental programs to round out their offering.
About New
Benefits New Benefits, a privately held company located in
Dallas, Texas, has been wholesaling and servicing customized discount
health benefit programs since 1990. Non-insured benefits have been proven
to attract and retain employees or members, add value to virtually any
existing product offering, or create a profit center. With over 4,000
groups and 10 million members, New Benefits has perfected the optimum
turnkey solution. Programs are available to any marketing organization
wishing to provide "best in class" fulfillment, benefits and service. The
organization’s entire focus is ensuring real value through a positive
member experience every time the benefits are utilized.
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Participate On Florida Panel On Discount Medical Plans
Dallas, TX (August 11,
2006) – After passing significant legislation regulating the sale and
marketing of discount medical cards, the Florida Office of Insurance (OIR)
is stepping back to evaluate the effectiveness of its enacted statutes. To
do so, an open forum has been called to facilitate opinions from various
parties involved in the discount medical card industry. New Benefits has
accepted an invitation from the Florida Office of Insurance (OIR) Bureau
Director Monica Rutkowski to participate on the panel for the public forum
on August 25, 2006 in Miami, FL.
New Benefits is recognized
as a pioneer in the realm of compliance as it relates to the discount
medical industry. Although we are well versed in marketing strategies, our
years of experience in this business has shown that dedication to customer
service and compliance differentiates us from our competition while
providing our members with the greatest value for their
purchase.
The New Benefits
Compliance Department offers its clients many services including a
comprehensive legislative webpage accessible to New Benefits’ clients.
This webpage provides highlights for each state’s applicable statutes,
contains New Benefits’ requirements and contains links to actual state
statutes and registration forms. Each client also has access to a
dedicated Compliance Coordinator charged with initiating, mediating, and
ultimately facilitating approval of New Benefits client state filings,
where applicable. The Compliance Coordinator also provides one-on-one
client interaction pertaining to most regulatory questions or
concerns.
The Compliance Department
is led by Robert Morfin, Director of Compliance. Mr. Morfin interfaces
with state regulators in order to facilitate a favorable/reasonable
outcome pertaining to certain compliance situations. He is also available
to meet one-on-one with New Benefits’ clients and discuss regulatory
situations or statutory requirements.
About New
Benefits New Benefits, a privately held company located in
Dallas, Texas, has been wholesaling and servicing customized discount
health benefit programs since 1990. Non-insured benefits have been proven
to attract and retain employees or members, add value to virtually any
existing product offering, or create a profit center. With over 4,000
groups and 10 million members, New Benefits has perfected the optimum
turnkey solution. Programs are available to any marketing organization
wishing to provide "best in class" fulfillment, benefits and service. The
organization’s entire focus is ensuring real value through a positive
member experience every time the benefits are utilized.
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CitiBusiness(R) Credit
Cards Announces New Cardmember Benefit: Free Prescription Discount
Program
Almost Half (49 Percent) of Small Business Owners Are
Concerned With Rising Healthcare Costs
NEW YORK, May 11, 2006
/PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- According to the CitiBusiness(R) Credit Cards
Small Business Survey results, two-thirds (65 percent) of small businesses
do not offer healthcare benefits and 39 percent feel that it is becoming a
luxury in today's market place. Of the one-third (36 percent) that do
offer healthcare benefits, only 18 percent offer medical and/or dental
insurance with a prescription plan.
Recognizing the need for
improved and extensive healthcare benefits, CitiBusiness(R) Credit Cards
is teaming with Health Access Services and New Benefits, Ltd. to offer a
Prescription Discount Benefit Program free to all cardholders and their
dependents beginning March 2006. Accessible at more than 48,000 pharmacies
nationwide, the prescription service also includes a mail order pharmacy
program which has a guaranteed, industry-leading offer of five dollars
below the lowest retail pharmacy price.
"The Prescription Discount
Benefit Program supports Citi's long-standing commitment to providing
small businesses with the tools necessary not only to succeed but also to
ensure the health and happiness of their employees," said Brian Lifsec,
executive vice president of CitiBusiness Credit Cards. "With 36 percent of
small business owners considering offering less healthcare coverage to
manage costs, the survey clearly indicates that small business owners and
employees can benefit from a program that assists in the purchasing of
prescription medicines."
When polled, almost half
(49 percent) of small business owners say they are concerned with rising
healthcare costs, while 48 percent of small business owners expect their
company's healthcare plan to increase their premiums in the next few
years.
Under the Prescription
Discount Program cardmembers will be provided with several opportunities
to upgrade their benefits. For 10 dollars per year, cardmembers may add
their employees that do not carry the CitiBusiness Credit Card. A Vision
and Dental Discount Program, which can save cardmembers anywhere from 10
to 60 percent on these services, will also be offered for $8.95 a
month.
To learn more about the
Prescription Discount Benefit Program, visit http://www.prescriptiondiscountbenefit.com
CitiBusiness Credit Cards
allows small business owners to save time and money through a variety of
additional protection and support benefits including:
- Personal Business Assistant
service
- Quarterly and annual business
account spending summaries by type and employee
- Savings on everyday business
expenses with partners including DHL, Budget and Aetna
- Auto rental and travel
accident insurance
- Ability to bypass the
Automated Voice Response Unit and speak directly with a representative
who understands their needs
To apply for the
CitiBusiness Card, call 1-877-CITI-NOW or visit http://www.citibusinesscreditcards.com .
About the
survey
In a continuing effort to
support the unique and diverse needs of small business owners,
CitiBusiness(R) Credit Cards conducted a survey of Small Business Owners
to gain a deeper understanding on their habits, perspectives, and needs.
The CitiBusiness Small Business Survey is based on a nationally
representative sample of 364 small business owners/managers of companies
with fewer than 100 employees. Based on the results of a DEEP BLUE
INSIGHT(R) Survey conducted for CitiBusiness among 364 nationwide Small
Business Owners from January 10 - 23, 2006. Average margin of error range
is +/- 3%.
About CitiBusiness Credit
Cards
CitiBusiness Credit Cards
is a unit of Citigroup ( C) . Citigroup, the leading global
financial services company, has some 200 million customer accounts and
does business in more than 100 countries, providing consumers,
corporations, governments and institutions with a broad range of financial
products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate
and investment banking, securities brokerage, and wealth management. Major
brand names under Citigroup's trademark red umbrella include Citibank,
CitiFinancial, Primerica, Smith Barney and Banamex. Additional information
may be found at http://www.citigroup.com .
SOURCE CitiBusiness Credit
Cards Media, Sunny Ricks or Jennifer Baybrook, both of The Zimmerman Agency,
+1-850-668-2222, for CitiBusiness Credit Cards; or Sam Wang, Citigroup,
+1-212-559-0499
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Genesis Womens Shelter Launches New Benefits' Free
Pharmacy Program -- Dallas, TX (February 1, 2006) According to a 2003 study by the
Centers for Disease Control, nearly 5.3 million intimate partner
victimizations occur each year among U.S. women ages 18 and older. This
violence results in nearly 2 million injuries and nearly 1,300 deaths (CDC 2003).
Offering a safe haven, the Dallas based Genesis Women’s Shelter provides
basic necessities such as food and clothing, individual and group
counseling, medical and legal aid, job training, bilingual services and
much more. In support of these efforts, New Benefits, Ltd. has partnered
with Genesis Women’s Shelter to provide a Free Pharmacy Discount Card to
every woman participating in the Genesis program.
In addition to an eight year
participation record with Toys for Tots and the North Texas Food Bank,
this year New Benefits has been stepping up efforts to do more for our
community by getting involved with the local Race for the Cure and the
Genesis Women’s Shelter. “Since New Benefits creates and services discount
medical card programs, giving away our pharmacy program to these women and
their families just seemed like a natural fit. We believe our pharmacy
product will be of real value to those in need,” said Terry Tullo,
President of New Benefits, Ltd.
One in 4 women will fall victim
to domestic violence. This staggering statistic emphasizes how many women
are in need of assistance. With the free pharmacy program, the women
seeking safety in the shelter will receive a discount card which allows
them to receive discounts at over 48,000 retail pharmacies nationwide. The
neighborhood pharmacy card assures members the lowest price on
prescription drugs, saving 10% to 60% on most short-term, acute care
prescriptions such as antibiotics and pain killers. A unique online Drug
Price Check Utility also provides members the ability to find the price of
their prescription(s) on the day of their search at participating
locations in the ZIP Code of their choice.
Long-term prescriptions may also
be purchased at the local pharmacy, but for maximum guaranteed savings,
the member is encouraged to use the mail order pharmacy for maintenance
drugs where New Benefits guarantees to beat the best retail price by a
minimum of $5.00 per prescription provided the drug is priced at $10 or
more.
“Medical assistance is one of
the hardest areas for us to fulfill for the women. This donation will be a
great asset to our assistance program,” said Lara Gaither, Director of
Donations and Marketing for Genesis Women’s Shelter.
About New Benefits,
Ltd. New
Benefits, Ltd., a privately held company located in Dallas, Texas, has
been wholesaling and servicing customized discount health benefit programs
since 1990. Non-insured benefits have been proven to attract and retain
employees or members, add value to virtually any existing product
offering, or create a profit center. With over 4,000 groups and 10 million
members, New Benefits has perfected the optimum turnkey solution. Programs
are available to any marketing organization wishing to provide "best in
class" fulfillment, benefits and service. The organization’s entire focus
is ensuring real value through a positive member experience every time the
benefits are utilized. For more information please visit
www.newbenefits.com.
About Genesis Women’s
Shelter Since
it's founding in 1985, Genesis Women's Shelter has been committed to
providing quality safety and shelter to battered women and their children
through crisis intervention and short-term crisis therapeutics and to
reducing the occurrence of violence against women and children in the
greater Dallas area. Genesis also seeks to raise the level of community
awareness regarding the pervasiveness and effects of domestic violence.
The organization serves more than 700 residential clients and 2,500
non-resident clients through the Outreach office each year. For more
information, visit www.genesisshelter.org.
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New Benefits President
To Speak At AAPPO Conference -- Dallas, TX (January 7, 2005) New
Benefits President Terry Tullo will speak at the Annual PPO Forum held by
The American Association of Preferred Provider Organizations in
January.
The rising cost of healthcare
has become a burden to many individuals and employers in today’s
workplace. Ms. Tullo will illustrate how, by educating the consumers and
allowing them to play a more active role in their own health care, the
overall cost of healthcare can be driven down. She will also highlight how
discount products can add value to virtually any insurance
offering.
“I’m excited to educate industry
professionals about the programs now available through discount health
cards while also explaining how discount health cards can benefit the
consumer, the employer, and the insurance carrier,” said Ms.
Tullo.
About the
AAPPO The
American Association of Preferred Provider Organizations (AAPPO) is the
leading national association of network-based preferred provider
organizations (PPOs) and affiliate organizations. Each year they host the
AAPPO Forum. This year’s forum topics include: “Strategies For a Changing
Marketplace,” “Next Generation Quality Initiatives,” “Post-election Health
Care Agenda,” and “Specialty Health: Today's Practice, Tomorrow's
Promise.”
About New
Benefits New
Benefits, a privately held company located in Dallas, Texas, has been
wholesaling and servicing customized discount health benefit programs
since 1989. Non-insured benefits have been proven to attract and retain
employees or members, add value to virtually any existing product
offering, or create a profit center. With over 4,000 groups and 10 million
members, New Benefits has perfected the optimum turnkey solution. Programs
are available to any marketing organization wishing to provide "best in
class" fulfillment, benefits and service. The organization’s entire focus
is ensuring real value through a positive member experience every time the
benefits are utilized.
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New Benefits Puts
Children First In Christmas Toy Drive -- Dallas, TX (January 7, 2005) New
Benefits wrapped up 2004 in the holiday spirit of giving by collecting
toys for the annual U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots Toy Drive. New
Benefits set a company-wide goal of collecting a total of 70 toys.
However, the employees beat their own goal by more than 50%, donating over
150 toys.
“We were thrilled to see our
employees truly get into the giving spirit,” said Terry Tullo, President
of New Benefits. “People didn’t just bring one toy, they would bring in
bagfuls. Exceeding our goal by such a high margin truly speaks volumes
about the New Benefits family.”
Five employees continued giving
by donating their time as Toys for Tots volunteers on Sunday, December 12
at the Super Wal-Mart in Plano. The volunteers spent the afternoon helping
the Marines receive, track, and organize toy and monetary
donations.
The New Benefits community
service program gives back to the community through quarterly service
projects. In 2004, New Benefits employees donated over 700 canned goods
and $1,357 to the North Texas Food Bank as well as participated in the toy
drive. The 2005 goal is to add two more community service events. Proposed
events include the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, a company bowling
tournament to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and once again
donating to the North Texas Food Bank and Toys for Tots.
About New
Benefits New
Benefits, a privately held company located in Dallas, Texas, has been
wholesaling and servicing customized discount health benefit programs
since 1989. Non-insured benefits have been proven to attract and retain
employees or members, add value to virtually any existing product
offering, or create a profit center. With over 4,000 groups and 10 million
members, New Benefits has perfected the optimum turnkey solution. Programs
are available to any marketing organization wishing to provide "best in
class" fulfillment, benefits and service. The organization’s entire focus
is ensuring real value through a positive member experience every time the
benefits are utilized.
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New Benefits Announces
New Vice President -- Dallas, TX (December 22, 2004) New Benefits proudly announces
the promotion of Ms. Marti Powles to Vice President of Operations. In her
new capacity, she will coordinate new business initiatives, oversee the
day to day operations and design and implement a tactical plan supporting
both short and long range business goals. "Marti is eminently qualified
for this position," said Terry Tullo, President of New Benefits. Powles
has dedicated the past eleven years to furthering New Benefits' mission to
be the best in the discount healthcare market.
Powles joined New Benefits in
1993. With over ten years experience with computer databases, graphic
design, commissions, accounting, payroll, financial statements and tax
preparation functions, she has created innovative and client-friendly
membership eligibility and fulfillment processes. Her knowledge and
expertise in the technical and electronic aspects of discount card
deliverables make her sought after as a guest speaker by both Bowe Bell
& Howell and Xerox Corporation. Joel Ray, CEO of New Benefits,
commented, "Martis global perspective and forward-thinking approach to the
business make her an invaluable asset." With Powles at the helm of
operations, New Benefits is poised for continued growth and
success.
About New
Benefits New
Benefits, a privately held company located in Dallas, Texas, has been
wholesaling and servicing customized discount health benefit programs
since 1989. Non-insured benefits have been proven to attract and retain
employees or members, add value to virtually any existing product
offering, or create a profit center. With over 4,000 groups and 10 million
members, New Benefits has perfected the optimum turnkey solution. Programs
are available to any marketing organization wishing to provide "best in
class" fulfillment, benefits and service. The organizations entire focus
is ensuring real value through a positive member experience every time the
benefits are utilized.
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Identity Safeguards
teams with New Benefits to Provide Discount Identity Theft
Program - Discount health benefit provider to offer identity theft protection
and recovery program -- Portland, OR (June 10, 2004) -
Identity Safeguards, a provider of identity theft fraud prevention and
recovery solutions to companies as an employee benefit, announces a
partnership with New Benefits, a recognized leader in discount health care
benefit innovations. The relationship will provide customers of New
Benefits a low-cost, high-value service to help individuals protect and
recover from identity theft, and provide Identity Safeguards’ with access
to millions of clients. The partnership is effective immediately and
implementation is underway.
The new program dubbed
ITAAP—Identity Theft Awareness and Assistance Program—will be offered as a
discount program through employer groups and associations. Members of the
program will receive online education, recovery assistance if victimized,
as well as discounts on identity protection products and services such as,
credit monitoring, identity theft insurance and locking mail
boxes.
“Identity theft is affecting
millions of people per year,” said Rick Kam, President of Identity
Safeguards. “This relationship gives us an opportunity to provide
fundamental protection and recovery to a large membership
base.”
“Although health benefits are
our core products, our portfolio also includes lifestyle programs such as
discount legal and financial counseling. To round out our offerings,
Identity Safeguards is a comprehensive, meaningful and timely product to
address a growing concern among the American public,” said Wayne Orchard,
Director of Provider Services for New Benefits.
About Identity
Safeguards Identity Safeguards provides complete and true identity security to
consumers through employee benefits. Offering the most comprehensive,
personalized identity theft prevention and recovery program available
today, Identity Safeguards helps consumers protect themselves from
identity theft and recover quickly and completely if they are victimized.
The company’s partners include AIG eBusiness Risk Solutions (AIG eBRS),
CTG & Associates, Northrup Corporation and Amcrin Corporation.
Identity Safeguards was founded in 2003 and is located in Tualatin, Ore.
The company is privately-held. For more information, visit http://www.identitysafeguards.com/.
About New
Benefits New Benefits offers a full cadre of health and
lifestyle benefits coupled with a complete turnkey solution for all back
room support. In addition to owning Coast to Coast Vision and UHS
Chiropractic, the company provides graphic design, administration, on-site
customer service and state of the art, print-on-demand, variable data,
full color membership kit fulfillment. New Benefits services a membership
base of 9 million and more than 4,000 clients including Fortis, American
Republic, Government Employees Hospital Assn., Pioneer Financial,
TransAmerica, Avon and Marsh & McClennan. Founded in 1989, the
privately-held company is located in Dallas, Texas. For additional
information, please contact Kenda Hoffman, Director of Marketing,
800-800-8304 x618 or visit http://www.newbenefits.com/.
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New Benefits names new
Director of Member Services -- Dallas, TX (June 4, 2004) - New Benefits, a recognized
leader in health care benefits, recently named Dulce Velasquez as Director
of Member Services. As the newest addition to the senior staff at New
Benefits, Velasquez is charged with forecasting and allocating resources
to ensure the efficiency, productivity and professionalism of our call
center staff through continuous training, mentoring and innovative
monitoring and feedback methods.
Ms. Velasquez
joined New Benefits in December, 1999 as a Member Services Representative
and was quickly recognized as a leader in her department. Over the years,
her dedication to the company and the customer service it provided
garnered her numerous promotions. According to Terry Tullo, President of
New Benefits, “Dulce’s hands on approach, extensive knowledge of the
business and relentless commitment to providing the most favorable member
experience, results in 'dazzling' customer service every time we assist a
caller. Ms. Velasquez embraces the very essence of what sets New Benefits
apart by maintaining a service driven call center responding to a high
volume of calls without compromising our rigorous customer service
standards”.
Ms. Velasquez uses
adult learning techniques and one on one training to teach representatives
both the philosophical and practical aspects of unparalleled service. Her
focus is centered on the quality of service members receive. “Where other
call centers focus on quantity of calls, New Benefits’ representatives are
unencumbered with time constraints and encouraged to personally touch each
caller,” Ms. Velasquez. She is excited about her new role, “I am proud to
be part of this organization, and look forward to further promote New
Benefits’ already sterling reputation for dazzling customer
service.”
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New Benefit launches
Family Consultation Services -- Dallas, TX (June 2, 2003) - New
Benefits is pleased to announce the addition of Family Consultation
Services, providing confidential dependent care consultation and referral
services and extensive educational resources. Working directly
with expert and experienced counselors, your members will have all the
information needed to make informed choices when facing important family
decisions.
Family Consultation
Services provides information vital to making responsible and intelligent
choices about child care, elder care or care for a loved one with a
disability. Our vendor's focus, passion, and commitment to customer
service have resulted in a 99% positive rating on customer service
surveys. These survey results demonstrate that members found the
following aspects of the program most useful:
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The ability to
talk directly to a knowledgeable counselor who is genuinely interested
in helping with their situation
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The significant
time saved when the counselor does the research
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The usefulness of
the detailed and personalized WFB Provider
Profiles
Wayne Orchard,
Director of Provider Services for New Benefits, stated yesterday that, We
have chosen this benefit for our membership because there is tremendous
value in the services provided; helping people find real solutions when
they are faced with issues for those whom they care about the most; their
children, parents and families.
If you are interested
in adding this benefit to your portfolio or would like more information,
please contact Kenda Hoffman, Director of Marketing, at khoffman@newbenefits.com.
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New
Benefits launches Fitness Advantage -- Dallas, TX (May 16,2003)
- New Benefits is pleased to announce Fitness Advantage, offering
special rates at over 7,000 of the world's finest health clubs including
chains such as Gold's Gym* and Jazzercise. Now your members will have an
opportunity to get a head start on a healthier lifestyle through access to
a network of high quality health and fitness clubs at affordable
rates.
Through an
exclusive arrangement with International Fitness Club Network (IFCN),
Fitness Advantage is the latest in healthcare innovation. IFCN is the
leading network of health and fitness centers and wellness benefits for
employers and health insurers worldwide. Each participating provider must
abide by the American College of Sports Medicine's (ACSM) and
International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association's (IHRSA)
health and safety standards. Founder and CEO, Dave Pickering says, "As we
make our foray into the discount card industry, for the first time
individuals can now take advantage of low membership rates previously only
available to large corporations."
Wayne
Orchard, Director of Provider Services for New Benefits, announced
yesterday that, "This benefit is available to both new and current groups
as well as competitive discount card organizations wishing to offer this
service."
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Participating locations only
Located in
Dallas, Texas, New Benefits is known for its inventive programs,
responsiveness and flexibility to tailor any program. We take great pride
in our comprehensive, "turnkey" approach to responding to client needs
through, marketing support, onsite customer service and state-of-the-art,
print on demand, variable data fulfillment. For additional information,
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New Benefits brings on a new
Director of Marketing and Communications -- Dallas, TX (February 19, 2002) -
New Benefits, Inc. (NBI), a recognized leader in health care benefit
innovations, recently hired Kenda Hoffman as Director of Marketing and
Communications. As the newest addition to the senior staff of NBI, Hoffman
will be responsible for creating and overseeing PR campaigns, sales
presentations, broker/client communications, marketing and fulfillment
materials and the coordination of client requirements for program
implementation. Prior to New Benefits, Hoffman was an Independent
Contractor assisting clients in all facets of their business, including
advertising, media buying, accounting, network administration, and
customer relations. Formerly, she worked for Shelton Communications and
the National Business Association. As Events Manager at Shelton, she
coordinated and marketed events such as annual trade shows, awards
dinners, technical workshops and board meetings. Formerly the Director of
Marketing for the National Business Association, Hoffman was responsible
for all internal and external marketing and communications, including
developing, writing, designing and producing marketing materials.According
to Terry Tullo, President of NBI, The record growth of the company
demonstrated a need for a progressive, strategic thinker like Kenda. Her
responsiveness to clients, flexibility and track record for delivering and
implementing innovative concepts will be valuable assets as we move
forward. I have had the good fortune to work with her in the past and am
thrilled to have her as part of the NBI team.The leadership at NBI is
committed to the highest standard in customer service and delivering the
most meaningful health-related benefit programs available, said Hoffman.
This mission is clearly embraced by every employee at NBI. I am proud to
be part of this successful organization and look forward to my role in the
already dynamic marketing staff. Hoffman earned a Bachelor of Arts degree
in Journalism and Radio/TV/Film from Baylor
University.
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New
Benefits, Inc. Expresses Condolences After National Tragedy --
Dallas, TX (September 13, 2001) - New Benefits, Inc. would like to express
our deepest condolences to friends and their families who have lost or are
still searching for loved ones in the aftermath of Tuesday's horrific and
tragic events. "We are shocked and appalled that this could happen in our
great nation," said Joel Ray, CEO, "and our steadfast thoughts and prayers
go out to those personally touched by this attack on
America."
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Coast to
Coast Vision and TLC Laser Vision Centers Expand Discount Laser
Network -- Dallas, TX (August 7, 2001) - With celebrities, such as
comedian Drew Carey and professional golfer Tiger Woods, joining the more
than 2 million Americans undergoing Lasik surgery this year, Coast to
Coast Vision (CTC) is pleased to announce the expansion of their discount
laser network. TLC Laser Vision Centers have joined the 533 CTC laser
providers to create the largest discount laser network in America.Over
half a million people had laser surgery last year, said Joel Ray, Chairman
and CEO of Coast to Coast Vision. Due to the overwhelming demand for
procedures such as Lasik, we are pleased to incorporate TLCs Laser Surgery
Network into our programs. We continually strive to offer out members
access to discounts on the newest, most innovative procedures. Possibly
eliminating the need for glasses and contact lenses, Lasik stands for
laser-assisted in situ keratomieusis, a type of eye surgery that
permanently changes the shape of the cornea. Nearsightedness,
farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia are all correctable through
new Lasik technologies.With the skyrocketing costs of medical care, many
organizations are looking for ways to supplement their health insurance
coverage, explained Joel Ray, Chairman and CEO of Coast to Coat Vision, a
New Benefits, Inc. company. To offset these growing costs, we have
developed a vision program that we feel is second to none. Building the
Laser Network by working with industry leaders such as TLC Laser Vision
Centers offers additional eye care for CTC members.With more than eight
million members, Coast to Coast Vision is the most comprehensive discount
eyewear and eye care plan in the United States. CTC offers 20% to 60%
savings at more than 11,000 participating optical locations including
Pearle Vision, Lenscrafters, JCPenny Optical and Sears Optical. TLC Laser
Eye Centers is the largest provider of laser vision correction services in
North America. TLC, as a CTC provider, will focus on providing the highest
level of patient care while achieving the best clinical results
possible.And FYI, Drew Carey still wears his trademark glasses, they just
dont have prescription lenses!
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NBI
President Terry Tullo Appointed to MI2 Board of Directors --
Dallas, TX (April 19, 2001) - New Benefits, Inc. is proud to announce the
appointment of its president, Terry Tullo, as the newest Vice President of
Education on the Board of Directors for Mass Marketing Insurance Institute
(MI2). As a past speaker and five year member, Ms. Tullo has developed a
keen insight into the needs of MI2 members. In this capacity, she will
actively promote the institute as the premier forum for education and
information on marketing voluntary benefits in the worksite arena.MI2 is a
non-profit association dedicated to teaching insurance professionals more
about innovative marketing techniques, inventive technologies and unique
product and service solutions to compete in todays competitive worksite
arena. These members are engaged in the marketing, sales and
administration of employee benefits such as worksite marketing, payroll
deduction and other mass marketed services. MI2 provides a valuable
service by giving an in-depth, and sometimes controversial view of
marketing to employer groups over the next 3 to 5 years, stated Ms. Tullo.
I look forward to helping out wherever I can.In a recent interview with
Jay Pettapiece, MI2 President as well as President of Vision Financial,
Inc., a prominent TPA out of New Hampshire, he says, Terry has been a
loyal member and a strong proponent of the MI2 charter. She brings new
ideas and a vitality to the Board along with a fresh perspective on how to
better communicate with our members. Mr. Pettapiece went on to say that,
Terry Tullo is an extremely effective representative of New Benefits, and,
if she represents MI2 in the same manner, we will benefit greatly form her
appointment. She is a professional in the worksite arena and a good Board
needs that quality.The current MI2 annual meeting & exposition,
Worksite Marketing in the 21st Century - E (commerce) = MI2, is one of Ms.
Tullos first responsibilities as a new appointee. Taking place in Orlando,
Florida on April 25-27th, the conference is focusing on the fast-changing
world of technology and how to exceed client expectations in a virtual
world. The exposition is also featuring new products and services in the
marketplace. Exhibiting for 5 consecutive years, NBI is proud to have in
attendance two of our network providers, Cole Manage Vision Network and
TLC Laser Eye Centers.Founded in 1989, New Benefits, Inc. is a pioneer in
the field of discount healthcare benefit programs that save members
hundreds to thousands of dollars a year on health care costs. Starting
with the cornerstone program of Coast to Coast Vision, this program has
been enhanced to include discounts on prescription drugs, dental care,
hearing aids, chiropractic care, travel assistance, cosmetic surgery, and
counseling services. Through unsurpassed customer service, topnotch
provider relations, timely on-sit fulfillment and flexible administration,
New Benefits has created the premier programs for providing health care
benefits that everyone can use to their
advantage.
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A New
Season of Fulfillment Technology -- Dallas, TX (April 1, 2001) -
Spring is in the air and, as nature begins to bloom, New Benefits is
branching out in the area of fulfillment technology. As a twelve-year-old
company specializing in non-insured healthcare programs, New Benefits has
achieved great success and growth by providing clients with extremely high
quality, four color, private label membership cards, fulfillment inserts
and packaging with a turn time of 3-5 days.As the bulbs begin to pop out
of the ground, New Benefits will implement an automatic insertion process
that will put their in-house fulfillment department a step ahead of the
competition. Utilizing recently purchased equipment, within the next 30
days, NBI will have the capability to print, insert, and mail 5,000
packets per hour. These packets have the capacity to include up to 8
collated sheets of printed information, 2 integrated color card carriers,
and 3 additional items. The end result is an efficient and cost-effective
fulfillment system, virtually eliminating obsolescence and labor factors
traditionally inherent in this process.Scott L. Bradley, Vice President
for Southern Operations, North America Agent Operations for Xerox
Corporation explains that New Benefits is typical of many commercial
printers responding to market demand for digital technology. Speed of
delivery, variability of output, personalization of documents, and high
quality color are basic requirements of todays customers. Like New
Benefits, many commercial printers are finding that the potential for
digital technology is enormous. Although the application at New Benefits
is unique to their marketplace, it is similar in that it responds to
customers in a time sensitive manner, not sacrificing quality and
minimizing unnecessary print through segmentation and personalization.New
Benefits is proud of our new acquisitions in equipment. These include a
Xerox Docucolor laser printer, a D&K laminator, a Spartanics
die-cutter and the brand new Mailcrafters automated insertion equipment.
Currently, NBI prints, stuffs, and mails membership packets within 3
business days of receiving the members name and address. This new
automatic insertion equipment will cut that time dramatically for most
clients.By the time the leaves appear on the trees, New Benefits will
offer the perfect outsourcing solution for organizations looking to custom
design membership fulfillment (member I.D. card and benefit summaries) in
any industry. Because our unique process and state-of-the-art equipment is
ideal for companies in the market for high quality, short-run or
print-on-demand membership kits, weve begun offering out fulfillment
services directly to that niche market, states Terry Tullo, New Benefits
president. The New Automatic insertion equipment is the next step towards
increasing out capacity and turn time for all our clients as well as
processing variable data in a high speed production environment.As
daylight savings time is making the sunset later and later, New Benefits
is prepared to produce a savings of time and money for any company wanting
full color membership cards and fulfillment packages.
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Terry
Tullo Appointed President of New Benefits, Inc. (formerly Universal Health
Systems); Promotion Reflects the Companys Record Growth -- Dallas,
TX (February 1, 2000) - Ms. Terry Tullo has been promoted to president of
Dallas-based New Benefits, Inc. (NBI), formerly known as Universal Health
Systems. The appointment was announced by Mr. Joel Ray, founder and
chairman of NBI. According to Mr. Ray, Terry has demonstrated outstanding
leadership qualities during her tenure at New Benefits. Her insight and
ability in serving our customers has contributed significantly to our
companys outstanding growth. As president, Ms. Tullo will be responsible
for enhancing the companys health care related products and services
nationally, as well as setting the strategic direction for the companys
continued growth. Says Ms. Tullo, My goal is to grow the company, doubling
our business in the next 12 to 18 months. We have the systems and
technology in place to enable us to achieve this growth. Were also keenly
aware that were a service company, which implies that we understand the
importance of putting our customers first. What we deliver is flexibility
and responsiveness to our customers, which means we will continue to hire
progressive thinkers and doers who are well-trained. Ms. Tullo joined New
Benefits, Inc. as vice president of sales and marketing in December 1995,
and, in January of 1999, she was promoted to executive vice president of
the company. Her background includes 11 years with Xerox Corporation and
seven years with Apple Computer directing sales, marketing and training.
Prior to joining New Benefits, Inc., Ms. Tullo was executive director of a
national, non-profit organization serving more than 40,000 members
nationwide. Founded in 1989, New Benefits, Inc. is a recognized leader in
packaging quality health care related products and services, including
vision, dental, prescription drugs, and chiropractic care. The company
serves approximately 8 million members through its flagship Coast to Coast
Vision Plan and, over 600,000 members enrolled in its composite card
featuring NBIs 11 core discount health benefits. In 1999, New Benefits,
Inc. announced a new Individual Selection Plan (ISP) that allows each
member of a group to customize their discount benefits according to need.
ISP is an industry first. The companys founder and chairman, Joel Ray,
began his career in the optical industry after graduating from the
University of Texas. Mr. Ray has nearly 25 years of experience in the
health care industry and has been recognized by Forbes, Business Week, and
other national media for his innovative contributions to the industry. Mr.
Rays mission is to provide meaningful, money-saving, health-related
benefits, coupled with superior customer service, to the public
marketplace.
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Ultimate Flexibility in
Discount Health Benefits - Universal Health Systems uses
Xerox Technology to Create the Ultimate Flexibility in Discount Health
Benefits through Individual Selection Plan (ISP) -- Dallas, TX (June 1, 1999) -
Universal Health Systems (UHS) announces the launch of a new, innovative
approach to individually addressing the ancillary health care needs of
millions of Americans.Skyrocketing medical costs have become a reality of
the 90's and are expected to continue to rise into the millennium. To
offset these growing costs, UHS has developed a portfolio of discount
health care benefits that complement major medical insurance plans.
Offerings include 10% to 60% discounts on prescription drugs, eye care,
dental and chiropractic care, emergency medical evacuation, counseling
services, nurse hotline and savings on physician office visits. Prior to
the launch of the Individual Selection Plan (ISP), organizations have had
the arduous task of researching and determining which benefits would be
most beneficial for their members. ISP was specifically designed to
eliminate this burdensome process by offering individuals the flexibility
of selecting only the benefits that are most meaningful to them. Uniquely
distinctive from other programs in the marketplace, participants can
choose any number of benefits in any combination from the list presented
to them. A pioneer in the industry, UHS recognized that all individuals do
not have the same needs. With the creation of the ISP program,
participants no longer have restrictions of conforming to a pre-determined
package of benefits.Individual selection is possible through innovative
technology incorporating computer driven proprietary software to work in
tandem with a high speed, 4 color, Xerox DocuColor electronic publishing
system that prints the membership cards. The process is completed with a
state-of-the-art Xerox laser printer to personalize the benefit summaries
and local provider listings (by zip code) for each benefit selected.
Additionally, clients have complete freedom in private labeling a custom
benefit program and the graphic design of a personalized 4-color,
laminated paper membership card. Joel Ray, CEO of Universal Health Systems
states, "The standard discount health benefit package on the market today
usually includes pharmacy, vision, dental and hearing. If a prospective
member already participates in a dental plan offered through his/her
spouse's employer, for example, this individual might be less inclined to
purchase the package. Even though this person might need and want the
vision and pharmacy benefits, the dental portion could cause the prospect
to forego purchasing the entire package. Unlike other benefit programs,
the Individual Selection Plan allows members the freedom of choice,
creating a greater rate of participation and value for the entire
organization." Founded in 1989, Universal Health Systems, headquartered in
Dallas, Texas, is an established leader in designing, manufacturing and
packaging health care related products and services on a national basis.
The company's founder, Joel Ray has more than 20 years of experience in
the industry and owns the Coast to Coast Vision Network with over 6
million members. Ray has been recognized in Forbes, Business Week and
various other publications for his insight and contributions to the
ancillary health care benefit industry. UHS clients include: Avon, Exxon,
Seabury & Smith, American Fidelity Assurance Company, Transamerica
Assurance Company, Blue Cross of Iowa and Damark.
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Coast To Coast Vision
Acquires Vision Care Administrators - Coast To Coast Vision
Acquires Vision Care Administrators the Ultimate Flexibility in Discount
Health Benefits through Individual Selection Plan
(ISP) -- Dallas,
TX (March 1, 1999) - Coast to Coast Vision (CTC) is pleased to announce
the acquisition of Vision Care Administrators (VCA), a discount vision
program with over 10,000 members nationwide. Previously purchased through
Eye Care Plan of America (ECPA), VCA members will now receive Coast to
Coast Vision's more comprehensive benefits as well as discounts of 10% to
60% at over 9,000 retail optical locations nationwide. In addition to
CTC's vision discount program, VCA members will also have the opportunity
to purchase a wide range of ancillary health benefit products including
discounts on prescription drugs, hearing aids, chiropractic care, dental
care, travel assistance and much more, through Universal Health Systems.
Both Coast to Coast Vision and Universal Health Systems are owned and
operated by New Benefits, Inc.
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