Master Policy
The carrier-issued contract between insurer and sponsor that establishes terms, conditions, premiums, and claims procedures; it is the controlling document for coverage.
Group life policies provide broad coverage at lower per-person cost through pooled risk, simplified administration, and standardized benefit documents for many members.
Employers, human resources teams, benefits administrators, and brokers commonly complete and manage group life policies for plan members.
Signatures are usually required from an authorized sponsor representative; some transactions require participant acknowledgement or beneficiary designation.
The carrier-issued contract between insurer and sponsor that establishes terms, conditions, premiums, and claims procedures; it is the controlling document for coverage.
A participant-level document summarizing eligibility rules, benefit amounts, exclusions, and claim instructions; provide this to each covered member.
Defines which classes of employees or members qualify, waiting periods, and any active-work requirements that must be met for coverage to apply.
Specifies basic life, supplemental life, AD&D, and convertibility or portability options available under the group arrangement.
Explains premium calculation, sponsor vs participant contributions, billing frequency, and procedures for premium remittance and reconciliation.
Outlines claim submission steps, required documentation, timelines for insurer decisions, and the appeals process for denials.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Authentication Method | Email link + optional SMS code |
| Signature Type | ESIGN-compliant electronic signature |
| Bulk Send Enabled | Business Premium or higher |
| Archive Location | Encrypted cloud storage |
Use standard file formats and connectors to ensure carrier acceptance and long-term accessibility.
Confirm the carrier's preferred file type and delivery method; test the workflow with a sample certificate before bulk sending.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day trial | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes (Premium+) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Limited |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 env/user/year | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |