2026 Employee Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision

To keep you and your family healthy!

Retirement

To help you save for the future you envision!

Life/AD&D and Disability

To provide financial assistance and income security for your peace of mind!

Wellness

To prioritize your wellbeing and success! 

We ❤ You

This is our a commitment to empower you to bring your best self to work every day because we recognize you as the great talent that you are!

We ❤ our benefits

When it comes to creating opportunity and wealth for our team, Instant Teams is committed to enhancing your employee experience.

We want you to know that your well-being and success are top of mind!

 At Instant Teams we work hard to design our benefit offerings to create opportunity and resources for every team member – functioning in ways you see visible in your daily work life. That’s why as part of our company culture, we prioritize your well-being and success by offering benefits and perks that support your work and personal growth.

 

 This is our commitment to helping you bring your best self to work every day, build positive remote work habits, and HAVE FUN being a part of a remote
workforce.

At Instant Teams, we’re proud to offer a mix of traditional and unique benefits to show our appreciation for your contributions to the company’s success.

MAILING address

Instant Teams
164 NW Broad Street, Suite 7,
Southern Pines, NC 28387

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2026 RATES & BENEFIT CONTACTS

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Medical – Full Time Employees

UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus

IN-NETWORK

Annual Deductible: Ind/Family
Annual Out-of-Pocket Max: Ind/Family
Preventive Care
Virtual Visits via myuhc.com
Office Visits and Urgent Care
Outpatient Diagnostics: Lab and X-ray
Outpatient Surgery and Scoping procedures
Inpatient Hospital Care
Emergency Room
Rx Plan Tier 1/2/3/4 Retail Net
$5,000/$10,000
$7,500/$15,000
No cost
Deductible, then no cost
Deductible, then 40%
Deductible, then: Freestanding facility – 40% Hospital – 50%
Deductible, then: Surgical center or office: 40% Hospital: 40% plus $500 copay
Deductible, then 40%
Deductible, then 40%
$10/$35/$75/$150

OUT OF NETWORK

Annual Deductible: Ind/Family
Preventive Care
Annual Out-of-Pocket Limit: Ind/Family
$10,000/$20,000
Deductible, then 30%
$15,000/$30,000

UHA 600 (Hawaii-Based Employees)

IN-NETWORK

Deductible: Ind/Family
Preventative Care Services
Maternity Services
Disease Management Programs
Physician Services
Hospital Services
Emergency Services
Complementary Alternative Medicine
$2,500/$7,500
No co-payment/No co-insurance. UHA covers 100% of preventative care services.
Maternity Care & Newborn Nursery: 10% of Eligible Charge; Birthing Room: None
None
10% of Eligible Charge
10% of Eligible Charge
Emergency Room Services: 10% of Eligible Charge; Ambulance (ground or inter-island air): 20% of Eligible Charge
$10 co-payment per visit; First set of x-rays at 50% of Eligible Charge (full charge of additional sets); $500 combined maximum per calendar year

OUT OF NETWORK

Deductible: Ind/Family
Preventative Care Services
Maternity Services
Disease Management Programs
Physician Services
Hospital Services
Emergency Services
Complementary Alternative Medicine
$2,500/$7,500
No co-payment/No co-insurance. UHA covers 100% of preventative care services.
Maternity Care & Newborn Nursery: 30% of Eligible Charge; Birthing Room: 20% of Eligible Charge
None
30% of Eligible Charge
30% of Eligible Charge
Emergency Room Services: 10% of Eligible Charge; Ambulance (ground or inter-island air): 30% of Eligible Charge
Plan pays up to $20 per visit, X-rays not covered; $500 combined maximum per calendar year

Dental – Full Time Employees

MetLife Low Plan

IN-NETWORK & OUT OF NETWORK

Deductible: Ind/Family
Annual Maximum Benefit
Preventive & Diagnostic (deductible waived)
Basic Services
Major Services
Orthodontia
$50/$150
$1,000
100%
80%
50%
N/A

MetLife High Plan

IN-NETWORK & OUT OF NETWORK

Deductible: Ind/Family
Annual Maximum Benefit
Preventive & Diagnostic (deductible waived)
Basic Services
Major Services
Orthodontia (children to age 19 only)
Orthodontia Lifetime Maximum
$25/$75
$2,000
100%
80%
50%
50%
$2,000 per person

Vision – Full Time Employees

MetLife Vision

IN-NETWORK

Copays: Exams & Materials
Eye Exam
Lenses
Frames
Elective Contact Lenses (in lieu of glasses)
Laser Vision Correction
$10 copay
Covered after copay
Covered after copay
$130 allowance after basic frames, then 20% off remaining balance
$130 allowance
Savings of 40% - 50% off the national average price of traditional LASIK

OUT-OF-NETWORK

Copays: Exams & Materials
Eye Exams
Lenses (Single Vision/Bifocal/Trifocal)
Frames
Elective Contact Lenses (in lieu of glasses)
Laser Vision Correction
Up to $45
Up to $45 allowance
Up to $30/$50/$65
Up to $70
Up to $105
Savings of 40% - 50% off the national average price of traditional LASIK

Retirement

Instant Teams 401(k) SuccessWise Pooled Employer Plan is designed to help you start saving for retirement or continue working towards your financial goals. This plan offers long-term savings and growth potential with a variety of investment options.

    • Automatic payroll deductions to help you make saving a habit.

    • Automatic enrollment after 60 days of employment to ensure you start building your retirement savings.

    • Long-term savings and growth potential across a variety of investment options.

    • As an eligible participant, you can contribute 401(k) pre-tax, Roth after-tax dollars, or a combination of both.

Pre-Tax 401(k): Contributions lower your taxable income now, giving you a tax break upfront. Taxes are paid when you withdraw the money.
Roth 401(k): Contributions are made with taxed income, so there’s no tax owed when you withdraw the money later.

Life & Disability 

Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Disability Insurance 

Life and disability insurance provides essential financial security for those who depend on you. To ensure peace of mind for you and your family, Instant Teams offers Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Disability insurance through Lincoln Financial Group—at no cost to you. Coverage begins after 60 days of employment and continues until your last day of employment.

Basic Life and AD&D
Short Term Disability (STD)
1X annual earning up to maximum of $200,000. No cost to you.
Eligibility FT| Benefit amount: 60% of Weekly Earnings| Benefit Maximum: $1,500 per week| Benefit Begin: 8th day for injury/8th day for accident| Benefit Duration: up to 13 weeks

Voluntary Life/AD&D Insurance 

Instant Teams provides the option to purchase additional voluntary Life and AD&D insurance through Lincoln.

    • You may also elect coverage for your spouse and dependent child(ren).

    • This coverage is 100% employee-paid through payroll deduction.

    • Rates are based on your age and the approved coverage amount.

    • Coverage amounts above the guaranteed issue limit—or any requests made after your initial eligibility period—will require Evidence of Insurability (EOI).

Employee Voluntary Life
Spouse Voluntary Term Life
Child(en) Voluntary Term Life
5x salary up to $500,000. Guarantee Issue: $150,000
50% of employee benefit to $250,000. Guarantee Issue: $30,000
Child day 1-14 days: No benefit. Child 14 days but less than 6 months: $250. Child 6 months but less than 26: $10,000. Guarantee Issue: N/A

Long-Term Disability

Instant Teams offers an optional Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD) plan through Lincoln to provide income protection if you are unable to work for an extended period due to illness or injury.

This benefit is 100% employee-paid through payroll deduction. Your cost is based on your annual earnings and will be shown during open enrollment. Any LTD benefits paid are non-taxable.


Plan Highlights

    • Eligibility: Full-time and part-time employees
    • Benefit Amount: 60% of monthly earnings
    • Benefit Maximum: Up to $10,000 per month
    • Benefits Begin: On the 91st day of disability
    • Benefit Duration: Payable to the later of age 65 or Social Security Normal Retirement Age (SSNRA)
    • Coordination: Coordinates with other disability benefits

Wellness

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Connect EAP

Access free, confidential support 24/7 with licensed counselors via phone or online. Referrals for in-person sessions are also available. This benefit is open to all employees and their household members, providing support for stress, relationships, substance use, work-life balance, grief, and mental health. Get started at 1-888-628-4824, GuidanceResources.com, or through the GuidanceNow app.

LifeKeys
Save up to 60% on shopping and entertainment through Working Advantage. Access tools for legal, financial, and career support, identity protection, and guidance for your beneficiaries.

WellnessPATH
Manage your finances in one place—track spending, set goals, and stay on top of your budget with WellnessPATH.

TravelConnect
Get 24/7 travel support for you and your loved ones, making trips easier, safer, and less stressful.

Yuna

Yuna Mental Health BenefitYuna is your private, on-demand mental health support in your pocket. Whether you’re feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or just need a quick reset, Yuna is available to you for free as part of your workplace benefits.
Benefit Highlights
    • Available to all employees
    • Confidential counseling with licensed mental health providers
    • Virtual sessions for convenient, flexible access
    • 24/7 AI mental health coach for immediate support anytime, anywhere
    • Support for a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, and life transitions
    • Easy self-scheduling through the Yuna platform
    • Available to all employees at no cost
Prioritize your mental well-being with Yuna—support whenever you need it, right at your fingertips.

Paid Time Off

Employees accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) to cover vacation, personal, and sick needs in one flexible benefit. PTO begins accruing on your hire date, and employees are responsible for managing their time to ensure coverage for vacations, illness, or emergencies.

Eligibility: Employees must work at least 20 hours per week. Employees working less than 20 hours, as well as PRN, temporary, and Remote On-Call (ROC) employees, are not eligible for PTO accrual.

Professional Development

At Instant Teams, we aim for each and every team member to be a remote work expert and to excel in their role. We hope to educate, inspire, and advance your remote career alongside your daily work.

For example, at times there may be Department Specific Skill Trainings, and more.

We ❤ You

Celebrations

Because we are happy that you are here, work anniversaries are CELEBRATED!

Annual Performance Merit Increase

Account-Based Employees receive an annual performance evaluation, aligned with their anniversary or employment change date. This date reflects when they officially joined Instant Teams. During the evaluation, employees may also be considered for a merit increase to recognize their contributions and growth over the past year.

Disclaimer: This presentation is to provide a summary of Instant Teams’ employee benefit programs. Should any discrepancy arise, please refer to actual plan documents, which supersede this presentation. Once enrolled, you will receive a Combined Evidence of Coverage and Disclosure Form that explains the exclusions and limitations as well as the full range of covered services of your plan, in detail.