CHT is a fully self-funded MEWA.

CHT is regulated as a MEWA by the U.S. Department of Labor and the Louisiana Department of Insurance. As a MEWA, in order for CHT to offer insurance to its member-employers, the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) established that “there must be a bona fide group or associate of employers acting in the interest of its employer-members to provide benefits for their employees.” In the case of CHT, that association is the Jefferson Chamber of Commerce.

CHT is contracted with Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, Liviniti, and BCBSLA. CHT’s plans give members access to BCBSLA’s provider network, customer support tools, and Livinitis prescription benefits.