Nationwide and Beam Benefits Expand Dental and Vision Insurance Options

Nationwide and Beam Benefits Expand Dental and Vision Insurance Availability Across 34 States

Columbus, OH – In a groundbreaking move, Nationwide and Beam Benefits have announced an expansion to their collaborative insurance offerings, greatly enhancing access to dental and vision insurance for employers across the United States. This strategic initiative aims at improving employee wellness through improved benefits, now accessible in 34 states. The collaboration, formed since 2019, focuses on providing comprehensive employee benefits underwritten by Nationwide.

This expanded partnership enhances an array of benefits options including dental and vision insurance alongside life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. The availability and accessibility of dental and vision products have significantly increased, meeting broader regulatory and compliance requirements.

Syed Rizvi, Vice President of Nationwide Specialty Insurance, remarked, “We’re excited to enter into this expanded partnership with Beam Benefits, providing more businesses with the tools they need to increase employee satisfaction, build loyalty, and protect their employees.” Beam's use of advanced technology ensures seamless experiences for brokers and employers, fostering better regulatory compliance and risk management.

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Beam's comprehensive benefits platform simplifies processes for brokers, employers, and employees. Alex Curry, Senior Vice President and Co-founder of Beam Benefits, noted, “We’re excited to expand our relationship with Nationwide and bring more dental and vision solutions to employers.” Supported by Nationwide's venture capital investment during Beam's Series E fundraising in 2021, this move accelerates Beam's entry into new insurance markets and broadens its product suite for industry needs.

For further information on Beam Benefits, brokers or employers can contact via phone at 1-800-232-2323 or explore Nationwide's website. It is crucial to observe that Beam’s Digital Quoting Tool is subject to broker appointment and licensing, with availability varying by location.

Nationwide Life Insurance Company currently underwrites dental and vision products across multiple states, with Vision Service Plan administering vision insurance. These coverages, subject to respective policy forms by state, comply with regulatory standards and are contingent upon program restrictions and exclusions.

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Nationwide remains a top-tier financial services provider known for a diverse insurance portfolio, holding an A+ rating from Standard & Poor’s. Industry professionals seeking updated insights on Nationwide can visit their official website or follow their public relations updates for the latest developments.