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Commission member reports GIC payment disruption; retirees and state employees may see delays
Summary
A commission member alerted attendees that the Massachusetts Group Insurance Commission (GIC) is experiencing payment issues; the member said she confirmed the problem and cited news coverage and a therapist's report about possible delays affecting some plans.
During the May 13 meeting, commission member Jason Barone reported he had learned that the Massachusetts Group Insurance Commission (GIC) was experiencing payment disruptions that could delay payments to providers and affect coverage for some members.
Barone said he first heard of the issue from his physical therapist and then confirmed it directly with the GIC, adding that local news and the Boston Globe had also reported on the situation. He said "there gonna be delays in payments possibly till July" and that "four of the plans" may be affected; he named WellPoint and referenced plans connected with Brigham and Women among those mentioned in his account.
Perna thanked Barone for sharing the information and said the item was necessary to put on the record for commission members and listeners. The commission did not take formal action or issue guidance; the report was presented as member-shared information and the office encouraged residents with concerns about insurance to contact the commission or relevant agencies directly.
