COVID At-home Test Reimbursement Information

• For FDA-approved over-the-counter (OTC) tests purchased after January 15, 2022
• For those exposed to or exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19
• NOT for assessment testing required for school or work

Aetna – Offers reimbursement and no-cost options for those enrolled in employer-sponsored and individual plans. For more information:

Aetna COVID Test Reimbursement Information

Excellus – Offers reimbursement and no-cost options for those enrolled in employer-sponsored and individual plans. For more information:

Excellus COVID Test Reimbursement Information

MVP – Offers reimbursement to commercial plan members. For more information:

MVP COVID Test Reimbursement Information

UHC – Offers reimbursement and no-cost options for those enrolled in employer-sponsored and individual plans. For more information:

UHC COVID Test Reimbursement Information

Other options for free at home tests:

The Federal government has a website for each household to request a one-time shipment of four free at-home COVID-19 tests. Go to www.covidtests.gov

Medicare has announced that free at-home tests will be available under Part B in the spring of 2022.

ERISA Penalties Increase for 2022

The Department of Labor announced an increase in ERISA penalties for 2022 for employers who fail to maintain plan documents for health and welfare plans, file Form 5500, or provide required documents and notices. For details, click here.