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VGCC Students Can Enroll in Health Plan

Vance-Granville Community College students now have the opportunity to purchase health insurance coverage through a plan designed specifically for North Carolina community college students and their families.The North Carolina Community College Student Health Plan is provided by CIGNA HealthCare (a subsidiary of Connecticut General Life Insurance Company), which is responsible for the plan underwriting and plan administration services.“Vance-Granville does not specifically endorse CIGNA or this insurance product,” said VGCC Vice President of Student Affairs Gene Purvis. “The NC Community College Student Health Plan is optional, and is available for interested students to contact CIGNA directly for enrollment into the plan, or to use as a comparison with other insurance companies and products.”“Good health is vital to keeping your academic career on track,” according to the plan’s website (http://www.n4chealth.com). “Health insurance plays a key role in protection against unexpected illness or injury. While purchase of this plan is voluntary, should you elect coverage, you and your family will have access to basic medical coverage, dental/vision coverage and prescription drug benefits.”The premium rate in the North Carolina Community College Student Health Plan is the same regardless of age, gender, or where a student lives in North Carolina. Generally, only students who are taking four or more credit hours in a semester are eligible.There is a limited enrollment window at the beginning of each semester. For this fall, the window started July 10 and ends Aug. 31. Students should call 1-800-220-3635 or visit the website (http://www.n4chealth.com) for more information.North Carolina Community College Student Health Plan, Inc. is a subsidiary of Open Asset Management Co. It is responsible for the enrollment, the eligibility verification, and the premium collection processes of the North Carolina Community College Student Health Plan.