Feedback on 2006 Medica (Essential, Elect and Insights) Options


I received feedback from a total of 62 employees. Most provided feedback of only one type – positive or negative. Others gave some of both. Many compared the plans to previous years. Again, some were happy with the changes, others were unhappy.

Below is my attempt to summarize the comments I received. Please note that the number of comments is larger than the total number providing input due to the mix of statements I received.


Positive feedback
Number employees
No problems with the programs
15
Pleased with the care received
2
Like the tiered system
2
Great customer service
1
Appreciate access to the Mayo Clinic
1
Primary network good
1
Claims processed in a timely way
1
Problems addressed quickly
1
Like chiropractic self-referral option
1

Negative feedback
Number employees
Billing errors
12
- Lack of follow-through

- Claims denied in error

- Slow response

- Paid wrong doctor

Bad information given (lack of knowledge)
3
Referral problems
5
Network too narrow - incl non-TC campus
6
- More Fairview options

- Too few mental health options

- Doctors not in network

Poor communication
5
- No monthly statement

- EOB difficult to understand/lacks detail

No access to fitness facilities
4
Confusion regarding 1 or 2 networks (Essential and Elect)
3
On-line network information out-of-date
2
Confusion on co-pays
2
Too costly – Tier 3 co-pays and Insights
3
Hard to find information on mental health
1
Switched for doctor who is not taking new patients (not noted)
1
Can’t cover spouse
1
Want more vision options
1
ID cards in error
1
Doesn’t include U of M program (autism)
1
Poor level of care
1
Long delay in getting into primary clinic
1
Don’t want to provide date-of-birth
1
No wellness option
1
Plan changes too often
1
Chiropractor can’t get paperwork to join plan
1