An individual that administers insurance claims, employee benefit plans, or other related services on behalf of insurance companies or policyholders are required by several states to obtain a Third Party Administrator (TPA) surety bond as a part of their licensing process. These bonds are regulated at the state level, and different limits and requirements depending on the regulatory agency. Click below to apply for your bond with Jet!
If you are in need of an Third Party Administrator bond, Jet can supply you with all your surety bond needs efficiently at an affordable price.
The price of the bond is typically a small percentage of the bond limit. Limits vary by state, and are sometimes based on the volume of claims or premium handled. To give an example of Jet's pricing, below is a chart of the monthly and multi year rates for the $50,000 Illinois Third Party Administrator bond.
| Term | Price |
|---|---|
| Monthly | $38 |
| 1-Year | $375 |
| 2-Year | $656 |
| 3-Year | $938 |
Third party administrators play an important role in the insurance industry by managing various types of insurance claims, handling premiums, and other administrative services on behalf of insurance companies, employers, and policyholders. Because TPAs handle sensitive financial information, there is an opportunity for harm to the client if the administrator acts dishonestly or fraudulently. This could mean harm to the insurer, an employee benefit plan itself, employers, or covered individuals. State regulatory agencies require this bond as a guarantee that the administrator will comply with all applicable insurance laws and licensing requirements. If a party suffers financial damages due to prohibited activity, the bond may be able to provide financial restitution for valid claims. Below is a list of examples that could potentially lead to a claim:
This list is not exhaustive; it's important to understand the laws of your state.
Filing procedures can vary by state, but the standard process is typically for you to mail or email the signed bond to the obligee. After you purchase, Jet will email you a copy of your bond form that you can print out and sign, or electronically sign if the obligee you're working with allows for it. In the event that you are required to mail in the physical bond form, Jet will mail you the original sealed bond form for you to sign and mail in. If your specific bond is filed in the National Multistate Licensing System (NMLS), Jet can file the bond for you after you grant us authority.
You can get your surety bond in just a few minutes with Jet, straight from the source!
To get started, select the "Quote" button above, or you're more than welcome to give us a call at (855) 296-2663 and one of our Jet team members can walk you through the application process.
Once you have selected your bond, some general information is required, such as your contact details and some information about your business. Make sure you are inputting correct information as your surety bond must contain the same details as your license to be appropriately filed with your state regulator.
As soon as you submit your application, you should receive an online quote instantly. After you receive your approved rate options, all that's left to do is choose the best payment option for you (i.e. monthly, annual, or multi-year) and complete your bond purchase. You'll then receive a copy of your receipt and bond form as soon as the last step is fulfilled.