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Highmark Medicare Advantage: Important Update Regarding Buffalo Medical Group

November 20, 2024
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Important Information Regarding Buffalo Medical Group

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Coming soon: Unlimited hospital confinement coverage.

November 20, 2024
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Available to sell November 25 in select states!

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New proof of prior coverage requirement for Dental, Vision & Hearing applications

November 20, 2024
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Proof of prior dental coverage required for waiting period waiver.

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Cigna: Important message regarding D-SNP applications

November 18, 2024
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Please review this important information.

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Excellus BCBS Broker News Vol. 19 No. 11

November 18, 2024
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Incorrect ID Card Mailing | Gag Clause | Healthy New York

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UPMC For Life: Free tools and resources just for you!

November 18, 2024
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As we approach the halfway point of AEP, it’s essential to keep the momentum going!

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Additional Information on Value-Added Benefits: the Highmark House Call Program and FitOn Program!

November 18, 2024
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Additional Information on Value-Added Benefits: the Highmark House Call Program and FitOn Program!

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UnitedHealthcare: JarvisWRAP for November 18

November 18, 2024
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Tips for a smooth application process and more

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UPMC For Life: Awarded for quality, chosen for coverage!

November 12, 2024
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UPMC For Life is thrilled to share some exciting news— they have recently been recognized with top honors in the health care industry

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Excellus BCBS Broker News Vol. 19 No. 11 - Special Issue 2

November 12, 2024
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Starting on November 15, WellNow Urgent Care will be in-network.

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The Highmark House Call Program: Improving Heath Outcomes from the Comfort of Home... and more

November 11, 2024
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The Highmark House Call Program: Improving Health Outcomes from the Comfort of Home!

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UPMC For Life: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan

November 8, 2024
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To help keep you informed and able to answer client questions, UPMC wanted to send some information regarding this new program.

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UnitedHealthcare Network update - Highlands Medical Center (Alabama)

November 7, 2024
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Highlands Medical Center is out-of-network

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Cigna Agent of Record (AOR) new policy announcement.

November 7, 2024
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New rules for AOR are in effect this Open Enrollment

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Excellus BCBS Broker News Vol. 19 No. 11 - Special Issue

November 7, 2024
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Gag Clause Prohibition Attestation Under the Consolidated Appropriation Act

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Download the Cigna Product Availability Guide today!

November 6, 2024
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Cigna is pleased to announce that the updated Product Availability Guide, previously known as the Product Availability Chart, is ready for your use!

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Duke Health remains in-network with UnitedHealthcare

November 4, 2024
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UnitedHealthcare and Duke Health have reached agreement on a new multi-year contract for the health system’s hospitals, facilities and its physicians.

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UnitedHealthcare renews network relationship with Medical College of Wisconsin

November 4, 2024
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UnitedHealthcare is happy to announce that they have reached a multi-year agreement on a new contract with Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW).

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Devoted Health: Important reminders for CMS Special Election Period Rules

October 30, 2024
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Agents are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the CMS marketing guidelines on SEPs available on the CMS website and to refer to the Devoted guide on Eligibility and Enrollment Period.

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Highmark: ACA Window Shopping Now Available on the Producer Portal!

October 29, 2024
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Just in time to get a solid head start on OEP 2025, Highmark has activated Off Exchange ACA Window Shopping accessible via the Producer Portal.

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Virginia FIDE-SNP Required Training Due 11/01/2024

October 29, 2024
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Agents should have received an email invitation with instructions on how to attest to your completion.

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Florida Blue Medicare Spotlight: 2025 Part D Changes and M3P Program

October 29, 2024
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The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Brings Sweeping Changes for Florida Blue Customers in 2025

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IMPORTANT: Network update - Cleveland Clinic and Sarasota Memorial (Florida)

October 28, 2024
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UnitedHealthcare and Cleveland Clinic have reached agreement on a new multi-year contract for the health system’s hospitals, facilities and its physicians throughout Florida.

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UnitedHealthcare: JarvisWRAP for October 28

October 28, 2024
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3 tips for appointments, what’s new for UCard and more

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UPMC For Life Flex New Star Ratings Flier

October 24, 2024
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The 2025 star ratings have been announced, and UPMC for Life’s HMO and PPO plans have received an above-average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from Medicare for 2025.

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Cigna VBE and HRA program reminders

October 24, 2024
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Don't miss this opportunity to earn some extra money while also helping your customers transition to their new Cigna Healthcare MA plan.

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UnitedHealthcare: JarvisWRAP for October 21

October 22, 2024
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Benefits information, a simple C-SNP verification process and more

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Highmark's 2025 Star Ratings Released

October 21, 2024
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Scores were strong again this year, with many plans achieving the highest score possible!

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UPMC For Life IMPORTANT! Part D changes

October 21, 2024
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Recent changes include updates to the Part D prescription drug coverage stages and adjustments to UPMC for Life’s cost sharing.

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Molina Marketing Store: 2025 Marketing Materials Now Available

October 21, 2024
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Many of these can be customized with your contact information. Place your order today!

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Highmark Medicare Advantage: Important Information Regarding Buffalo Medical Group

October 21, 2024
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Important Information Regarding Buffalo Medical Group

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Cigna 2025 Medicare Stars Ratings

October 21, 2024
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Working to improve the health and vitality of those they serve.

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Cigna Medicaid lookup tool is now available for Texas

October 21, 2024
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Cigna is making it easier for you to write D-SNP business in Texas.

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Excellus BCBS Broker News Vol. 19 No. 10

October 21, 2024
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Medicare Recognizes Excellus BCBS for Quality | New Resources for Open Enrollment in Sales Hub | New: Affordability Pages

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UPMC For Life Flex Spend Card Updates

October 21, 2024
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Staying informed on these changes will help you provide your clients with the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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UPMC For Life AOR Process

October 14, 2024
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Beginning October 15th 2024, existing UPMC for Life members wishing to change their AOR may do so by completing an AOR change letter.

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Excellus BCBS Medicare Broker News Vol. 6 No. 9

October 14, 2024
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Provider Contract Updates | Medicare Part D & TrOOP Questions | Medicare Star Ratings

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Excellus BCBS Medicare Broker News Vol. 6 No. 10

October 14, 2024
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AEP Reminders & Best Practices | Prescription Payment Plan Questions | FitOn Materials

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VBE programs for HRA, email, and PCP assignment

October 10, 2024
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Cigna is continuing their Value Based Enrollment (VBE) program including VBE payments for health risk assessments (HRAs) and digital application submissions.

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NOW LIVE! New personalized marketing materials

October 9, 2024
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These pieces are designed to help you connect with your clients more effectively and prepare you for a successful year ahead.

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Florida Blue Medicare Spotlight: RPPO Exit and PPO Migration Opportunities

October 8, 2024
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Important Updates on RPPO Exit and Migration Opportunities: Help members transition from RPPO to LPPO plans

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Sunfire HRAs and important Agent Portal updates from Devoted Health

October 8, 2024
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AEP has arrived and Devoted Health is excited to share some updates about Sunfire HRAs, Medicaid check availability, plan change applications, and the provider search tool in their Agent Portal.

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Have you heard? Digital sales kits are available this AEP from Cigna

October 7, 2024
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Cigna is now offering a digital sales kit solution for AEP 2025.

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UnitedHealthcare: JarvisWRAP for October 7

October 7, 2024
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Part D and 2025 plan member education resources now available

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Cigna: Medicare transaction update for brokers

October 2, 2024
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As you know, Health Care Service Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Cigna's Medicare Advantage, Supplemental Benefits, Medicare Part D, and CareAllies businesses

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Cigna 2025 final rule TPMO updates

October 2, 2024
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The release of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) 2025 final rule has brought about some important updates to Third-Party Marketing Organization (TPMO) distribution of beneficiary data and reporting requirements.

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UPMC MyHealth Questionnaire Changes

October 2, 2024
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The MyHealth Questionnaire (also known as the Health Risk Assessment or HRA survey) will no longer be accepted for additional administrative payment for 2025 enrollments

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Cigna: Choice Hospital Indemnity Now Available in New States!

October 1, 2024
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Choice Hospital Indemnity Available to sell now in AZ, FL, GA & TX

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Proof of Medicaid coverage no longer required in Texas

October 1, 2024
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Great news! Cigna Healthcare is making it easier for you to write D-SNP business in Texas.

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NCD Smile by MetLife is Live in Florida!

October 1, 2024
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NCD is delighted to announce that NCD Smile by MetLife dental copay plans are now available for enrollments in Florida!

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Excellus BCBS Broker News Vol. 19 No. 9

October 1, 2024
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Individual plans, rates, placemats, tip sheets and product brochures for 2025* are now available on Blue on Demand.

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Cigna Customers to receive ANOC starting on 10/1

September 30, 2024
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Every year, Cigna Healthcare sends Medicare Advantage customers an Annual Notice of Change (ANOC).

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New requirement for selling D-SNP in Virginia with UnitedHealthcare

September 30, 2024
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As Virginia moves to exclusively aligned enrollment for Medicaid members, there’s a new requirement for agents selling Dual Special Needs Plans (D-SNP) in Virginia for the 2025 plan year. ‍

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Highmark: 2025 TPMO Requirements: What You Need to Know, and more updates

September 30, 2024
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Medigap Plan Disenrollment / MA Plan Enrollment Member Responsibilities, OTC Catalogs Now Available on Marcom, and more!

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Broker News Vol. 19 No. 9

September 30, 2024
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Special Issue | Provider Contract Updates

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UnitedHealthcare: JarvisWRAP for September 30

September 30, 2024
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Part D and 2025 plan member education resources now available

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UnitedHealthcare: JarvisWRAP for September 23

September 24, 2024
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The latest on 2025 benefits, including: dental, hearing, vision, OTC and Chronic Special Needs Plans (C-SNP)

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Understanding Annual Notice of Change Letters

September 20, 2024
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Effectively understanding and utilizing the ANOC is a smart strategy for any Medicare agent.

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UnitedHealthcare: JarvisWRAP for September 16

September 16, 2024
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The latest on 2025 benefits, including: dental, hearing, vision, OTC and Chronic Special Needs Plans (C-SNP)

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Maximize Your AEP with These Tools from UnitedHealthcare

September 12, 2024
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Have you set your strategy for AEP? Take time now to explore materials for AARP® Medicare Supplement Insurance Plans from UnitedHealthcare® that may help you prepare for a successful season.

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Cigna: AOR protection policy

September 12, 2024
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How Cigna Healthcare protects your Agent of Record (AOR) status.

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UPMC for Life received a J.D. Power award!

September 11, 2024
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UPMC for Life is once again #1 in Member Satisfaction among Medicare Advantage plans in Pennsylvania

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Florida Blue Value-Based Enrollment Program To End 9/30

September 11, 2024
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HRA Completion Will No Longer be Available in SalesConnect and Connecture

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Liberty Bankers: Update Regarding Commissions

September 9, 2024
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Liberty Bankers Life is pleased to share that they are eliminating their commission reserve program for Final Expense business.

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Highmark Trainings are live!

September 5, 2024
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2025 Pennsylvania Pennie Broker Training Is Now Live! Don't Delay, Complete Your Training Today!

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Highmark and US Digestive Health Reach Multi-Year Agreement

September 5, 2024
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Highmark recently came to an agreement with US Digestive Health (USDH), a large gastroenterology practice with more than 40 locations in Delaware and Pennsylvania.

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Legal & General: Transitioning to default paperless policy delivery

September 4, 2024
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Effective November 1, 2024, Legal & General America is defaulting to paperless preferences for policy delivery.

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Making the Move to MYGAs

August 29, 2024
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Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuities (MYGAs) are a favored choice for individuals looking to safeguard their savings while still achieving investment growth.

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The UnitedHealthcare UCard can be used at all Tops Friendly Markets

August 28, 2024
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UnitedHealthcare is excited to remind you that all Tops Friendly Markets are live on the S3 retail network

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Cigna: Changes to MA ID cards

August 26, 2024
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Cigna's Medicare Advantage ID cards will be changing for 2025 plan year effectives.

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UnitedHealthcare: JarvisWRAP for August 26

August 26, 2024
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Tools to help you support your members

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The Devoted Broker Learning Center has moved!

August 23, 2024
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Devoted Health is thrilled to announce a significant update to their Broker Learning Center has gone into effect.

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Make Sure You Don't Miss These Critical Highmark AEP and OEP Sales Resources!

August 22, 2024
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Over the past several weeks Highmark has shared links and resources designed to ensure you're ready to sell this AEP and OEP.

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Cigna Medicare Minute - August News

August 22, 2024
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August News from Cigna

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Act Today to Pre-Order Your 2025 Highmark Medicare Advantage and D-SNP Enrollment Materials!

August 19, 2024
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Pre-Orders Are Now Live! Act Today to Pre-Order Your 2025 Highmark Medicare Advantage and D-SNP Enrollment Materials!

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Enrollment Guides NOW available to order

August 19, 2024
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Get ready to jump-start your planning with UHC's 2025 Enrollment Guides

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NEW updates to Devoted HRA payments, Star Sellers Program, and AHIP Discounts

August 16, 2024
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Respecting the Court’s decision, Devoted will be re-issuing updates to their policy related to Health Risk Assessments (HRAs), Star Sellers Program (SSP), AHIP training discounts and the Kaplan CE subscription.

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Excellus BCBS Broker News Vol. 19 No. 8 Special Issue

August 14, 2024
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2024 Pharmacy Updates From Mona Chitra

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Coming early 2025: Be Part of UnitedHealthcare's New Future

August 12, 2024
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If you’re not already contracted with Golden Rule Insurance Company, contact your agency contract manager or upline

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Molina Healthcare Welcomes Central Health Medicare Plan

August 12, 2024
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Welcome Central Health Medicare Plan to the Molina Medicare family!

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NY Anthem Broker Minute - 2024 Opportunities

August 6, 2024
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Anthem BCBS wants to remind you that they have plenty of exciting opportunities in 2024!

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Highmark: Get Ready Now for AEP and OEP

August 5, 2024
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The Links to Make Sure You're Prepared!

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Prepare for AEP with UnitedHealthcare: A look at Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage plans

August 5, 2024
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Have you ever thought of Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage plans as apples and oranges?

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Molina Healthcare to Acquire ConnectiCare

July 25, 2024
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To support the future growth of EmblemHealth's Connecticut health plan, ConnectiCare, they have agreed to sell ConnectiCare to Molina Healthcare, Inc

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Molina: Reminder - TPMO Marketing Materials Review

July 23, 2024
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Get your marketing materials reviewed through the new TPMO process today!

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UnitedHealthcare: SOUTH CAROLINA Network update - Prisma Health

July 23, 2024
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Exciting news, Prisma Health joins network

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UnitedHealthcare: Get to know EZ Claim Pay for Plan G members

July 22, 2024
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Your clients enrolled in an AARP® Medicare Supplement Insurance Plan G from UnitedHealthcare® may be missing out!

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UnitedHealthcare: Digital medical ID cards for paperless subscribers

July 22, 2024
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UnitedHealthcare is continuing to introduce digital health plan ID cards to plan subscribers who have elected “paperless” within their personal digital account settings

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Excellus BCBS Broker News Vol. 19 No. 7

July 22, 2024
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When Everything Works Together, Everybody Benefits | Warby Parker Added To Vision Network

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Cigna Medicare Minute - July News

July 22, 2024
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July News from Cigna

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UnitedHealthcare: JarvisWRAP for July 22

July 22, 2024
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This edition of the JarvisWRAP highlights UHC's vast agent training options.

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Legal & General collateral assignment process is getting an upgrade

July 16, 2024
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New collateral assignment process effective July 10, 2024.

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Important Florida Blue Login Security Updates Now Live

July 16, 2024
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New Security Protocol for Identity Verification in full effect

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Wellcare: PID/NPN Reminder

July 11, 2024
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Avoid Commission Impact! Review NPN Use for Broker of Record Accuracy

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Legal & General: Updates are on the horizon! 

July 11, 2024
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Less waiting time means more business for you, and more Americans covered.

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Prisma Health Now in Network

July 9, 2024
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The Molina Medicare Advantage Network Now Includes Prisma Health in South Carolina

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UPMC for Life: Excellent 5 out of 5 stars for our D-SNP plan too!

July 9, 2024
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UPMC for Life Complete Care (HMO D-SNP) has just earned 5 out of 5 stars!

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Florida Blue: AEP Sales Product Certification Training is now live!

July 2, 2024
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Brokers planning to sell Florida Blue Medicare products for the 2025 plan year must complete AHIP and the 2025 Medicare AEP Sales Product Certification training before marketing or selling to Medicare beneficiaries.

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