Employee Benefit Plan . The change in partners was strategic as it allowed ARTA to better communicate with new school retirees , resulting in significant growth for ARTA . ARTA ’ s percentage membership grew by double digits during these years .
This culminated in 2021 when ARTA reached a critical juncture with its plan — it had grown so successfully in the previous decade that it no longer needed a third party administrator , and we moved administration of the benefit plan in-house . This resulted in reduced costs for members and more control over the plan .
Finally , earlier this year ARTA was able to accomplish something that had been years in the making — opening its own pharmacy , the first benefit plan-owned pharmacy in the country , ARTARx . All profits earned by ARTARx go toward the benefit plan , ensuring long-term sustainability of the plan and allowing ARTA to continue to offer the very best in benefits .
Throughout this time , ARTA continued to expand its offerings to its members through the benefit plan — new plans were introduced that permitted members to customize their coverage ; benefit coverage and plan maximums were increased in years that had good experience ; and providers were selected strategically to ensure that members ’ needs were being looked after . We even expanded the plan offerings to include plans specifically for members under the age of 65 to provide greater coverage until the public seniors plans coverage at age 65 begins in most provinces .
Going forward , ARTA will continue to offer members the very best in benefits and to partner with strategic organizations that enhance the member experience further . The plan has come a very long way since its inception , and it will be exciting to see what else the future holds .
Get ready for cold and flu season with ARTARx !
ARTARx OFFERS FLU , COVID-19 , SHINGLES , AND PNEUMONIA BOOSTERS
Getting an annual flu vaccine keeps your immune system up-to-date and shields against the ever-changing flu virus .
The flu vaccine is safe to use , effective at mitigating the effects of the flu virus , and is the best way to protect you and your loved ones !
Stay tuned to ARTA ’ s social media platforms and e-newsletters for updates on vaccination availability .
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