COVID Testing for Philadelphia Hospitality Workers

This program is now closed.

Overview
Through a grant provided by the William Penn Foundation, PRLA can provide timely access to COVID-19 testing for Philadelphia restaurants and hotels and their employees. Through this program, PRLA will reimburse employees up to $60 for a COVID-19 test (either at a testing site or through an "at-home" kit). 

While the impact of COVID-19 on the hospitality industry has been devastating, the impact of potential COVID-19 exposures is disruptive and could cause the smallest, most vulnerable businesses to close. This program helps alleviate barriers to access for testing and reimburses up to $60 per test. 

How the Program Works
A Philadelphia restaurant or hotel applies for the program to have COVID-19 testing costs for their employees reimbursed. Employees who have a suspected exposure to COVID-19 can then get a test at any testing location nearby or purchase an "at-home" testing kit. PRLA reimburses the employee (through their employer) for any testing fees up to $60 per test.  

Program Eligibility
Restaurants and hotels located in Philadelphia are eligible for the program and must register for the program with PRLA. Once approved, let your employees know that access to care is available.

Sign up Instructions

RESTAURANT/HOTEL

1. Apply to be a participating business using this registration form. You will be asked to provide banking information for direct reimbursements.
2. Implement the program in your business by letting employees know that access to care is available if they show COVID-19 symptoms or have had a suspected exposure. Employees will have to pay $59 via credit card at the time of their teledoc appointment. You will be responsible for collecting receipts from your employees and submitting them to PRLA. 
3. You will be reimbursed within 3-5 business days. You are responsible for ensuring your employees are reimbursed for their testing fees or their teledoc appointments. 

EMPLOYEE

1. Get a test at any testing facility near you. If there is a cost associated with the test, this program reimburses up to $60. 
2. Receive reimbursement from your employer. Your employer will be reimbursed for the cost of your test within 3-5 business days. They are responsible for reimbursing you directly. If you have any questions or concerns, please call PRLA at (800) 345-5353.