GreenShield health coverage is designed to protect Canadians from out-of-pocket medical and dental expenses not covered by provincial plans. With flexible options through Prism Spectra, Prism Precision, and Prism Continuum, GreenShield delivers dependable benefits for prescriptions, paramedical services, vision, and dental care -backed by a trusted, not-for-profit insurer committed to putting members first.
Supplemental health insurance plans offer an enhanced level of protection to ward off financial difficulties at vulnerable times. When the time comes to purchase supplemental health insurance, it pays to go with a name you can trust. GreenShield is founded on the belief that the customers’ needs should always come first. With this pledge in mind, GreenShield offers flexible plans designed to meet the needs of Canadians right across the country.
Whether you’re self-employed, retired, a student, or in career transition, GreenShield health plans provide dependable protection.
As a preferred partner with GreenShield Canada Insurance since 1995, Special Benefits Insurance Services is proud to offer the convenience and flexibility of the Prism family of products. These product offerings meet the health and dental insurance needs of those who do not have group insurance like retirees who are losing their group benefits, entrepreneurs and students. More and more Canadians are choosing the path of self-employment every year. Still others are employed on a contract basis. The flexibility of these non-standard work arrangements is a sign of the times. However, it often means that these individuals and their families are not covered by group benefit plans.
Backed by decades of experience and a not-for-profit model, GreenShield Canada reinvests its earningsmembers – delivering reliable benefits, competitive rates, and long-term peace of mind through comprehensive GreenShield plans.
Thankfully, GreenShield is committed to offering insurance products for the changing landscape of the traditional workforce.
The four plans offered through Prism Spectra can provide comprehensive coverage for you and your family. These plans do require a medical questionnaire to be filled out, and may be the best option to cover future health conditions as your health and dental insurance needs evolve and change over time. Prism Spectra offers high benefit maximums and can even be extended to include hospital coverage for an additional charge.
Prism Precision offers four plans to provide basic health and dental coverage for you, your spouse, and your eligible dependents. Coverage is available for pre-existing conditions, and enrolment is guaranteed without a medical exam. Prism Precision is a practical plan designed to give basic coverage for treatments that are not covered by provincial health insurance plans. It is a great option for those who do not require prescription drug coverage.
Whether you are soon to be retired and losing your group benefits, starting your own business or dealing with unexpected job loss, Prism Continuum plans are there to help cover insurance needs in periods of job transition and beyond. Designed specifically for those who are losing group health and dental insurance benefits, Prism Continuum offers guaranteed coverage for those who apply within 90 days of losing their group insurance benefits. The financial protection of health insurance benefits can continue after losing group coverage, even if you or a member of your family has a pre-existing health condition.
Getting covered under the Prism group of products from GreenShield is easy. To find the best plan to suit your needs, simply contact Special Benefits Insurance Services today to get started on the application process for the best product to suit your needs.
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The Prism Spectra program is another option if you are leaving a company group plan or don’t currently have health and dental coverage in place and are looking for comprehensive coverage complemented by high benefit maximums.
The Prism Precision program may be right for you if you are looking for a comprehensive dental plan. There are 2 dental options to choose from P3 and P4; both of which have varying dental maximums. Both of these plans also include coverages for services and treatments that are not covered by the government. No medical questionnaire required, and coverage is guaranteed, even for pre-existing conditions.
The Prism Continuum program may be your best solution if you, your spouse, or your dependents are losing, or have lost your company group health benefits within the last 90 days and are looking for guaranteed coverage even with pre-existing conditions.
GreenShield is Canada’s only national not-for-profit benefits carrier, meaning their $1.4 billion in annual revenue is reinvested directly into programs and services for their plan members. While other not-for-profit providers, such as Blue Cross, operate at a provincial level, GreenShield’s national reach allows them to make a broader impact. Through community giving and reinvestment initiatives, GreenShield helps strengthen communities and enhance the common good across Canada.
It is a not-for-profit benefits carrier that provides supplemental health and dental coverage to Canadians. GreenShield Canada health insurance helps cover medical and dental expenses not paid by provincial plans, offering flexible options for individuals, families, and those without group benefits.
These insurance plans include several Prism options designed for different needs, such as comprehensive coverage, guaranteed enrolment, and transition coverage after losing group benefits. These plans support Canadians at various life and career stages.
This insurance is ideal for retirees, self-employed individuals, entrepreneurs, students, and contract workers who are not eligible for employer-sponsored benefits. Greenshield Canada insurance offers flexible plans that adapt to non-traditional work arrangements.
Prism Spectra plans provide comprehensive health and dental coverage with high benefit maximums. These GreenShield Canada insurance plans require a medical questionnaire and are well-suited for individuals seeking long-term, evolving coverage.
Prism Precision offers basic health and dental coverage with guaranteed enrolment and no medical exam. GreenShield insurance through Prism Precision includes coverage for pre-existing conditions, making it a practical option for those who want essential benefits without prescription drug coverage.
Many GreenShield dental insurance plans can be quoted and applied for in just a few minutes. Depending on the plan selected, coverage can begin quickly, especially for guaranteed-enrolment options that do not require a medical questionnaire.
GreenShield Canada insurance has been serving Canadians since 1957 and is the country’s only national not-for-profit benefits carrier. It reinvests its revenue into member services and community initiatives, strengthening long-term value for policyholders.
Applying is simple with assistance from licensed advisors. By working with a trusted provider, you can compare GreenShield insurance options and select a plan that best fits your health, dental, and financial needs.
GreenShield insurance coverage includes health and dental benefits such as prescription drugs, paramedical services, vision care, and emergency medical expenses, depending on the plan. Coverage options range from basic to comprehensive to suit different life stages.
GreenShield health plans are ideal for individuals without group insurance, including retirees, self-employed professionals, contract workers, and families seeking flexible, affordable supplemental health and dental coverage across Canada.
You can complete a GreenShield application online through a licensed partner like SBIS. The process is fast, easy, and some GreenShield plans offer guaranteed approval without a medical questionnaire, depending on eligibility.
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