Here's what's happening in your industry.
WellWith the new year well underway, Wellcare would like to provide a few updates they are sure you will find helpful as you continue to work with your members
Medico is making your life easier. Soon, self-disclosed medications will be optional on their Medicare Supplement applications.
Make sure your clients are taking advantage of their Flex card
The Cigna name is evolving. The commitment to you and your customers remains the same.
Don't miss out on these amazing podcasts to learn how you can boost your sales! Be on the lookout for future podcast episode release dates.
Medicare Commissions Process: How to Access Your Statements and Payment Dates
On June 26, 2023, Medico will unify under the new brand, Wellabe.
2023 rate information for AARP Medicare Supplement Plans and more
Last year, SureBridge notified agents that customers with a SureBridge branded DVH policy in force for at least 12 months would see a rate adjustment on their premium payment upon their policy anniversary.
GTL is excited to introduce the new Turbo Term Quoting Tool!
Please be advised that there is new functionality between WiPro and Connecture such that WiPro will verify eligibility during enrollment.
Exciting news from Empire on a frequently requested feature: the ability to see Future Inactive Members on Producer Toolbox!
Wellcare will be utilizing automated conversational text messages in order to communicate with Prescription Drug Plan (PDP) members.
NABIP submitted a comment letter to CMS this week in response to a new Medicare marketing proposed rule.
CSH believes that preventive care plays an important role in helping members stay as healthy as possible.
Clover's LiveHealthy Rewards program is proving to be AS EASY AS they said it would be for your members!
Please reference corrected materials when talking to your clients about the NationsHearing benefit.
Update on UCard rewards credit extension and more
Starting in April, states will have the ability to resume the Medicaid Redetermination process after three years of being paused due to the COVID pandemic
Take Advantage of New Resources Designed to Help Brokers Guide Clients With a Benefits Prepaid Card!
UPMC for Life’s 2023 plans include many exciting benefits that can improve the overall health of members.
The 2023 rates for California Individual Medicare Supplement plans were recently approved by the California Department of Insurance (CDI).
Plan G members in an AARP® Medicare Supplement or AARP® Medicare Select Insurance Plan from UnitedHealthcare® in Colorado, Indiana, Missouri, Oregon and South Carolina have a unique opportunity to help them manage their Medicare Part B deductible expenses.
Be sure to take advantage of every dollar that is available in your WPA compensation and bonus plan
Cigna has important news your clients will want to hear: their binder payment due date has been extended to February 28, 2023.
If you have not received a 1099 Statement for Wellcare Medicare business by February 17, 2023, or have questions about the statement you received, please submit a support ticket in Centene Workbench
Highmark was recently made aware of a diabetic supply co-pay issue that has impacted some of our Western New York and Northeastern New York members.
Clear Spring Health are now offering remote patient monitoring services to members at no extra cost!
Don't lose your clients to another agent
Supporting Clients and Prospects During OEP
Qualify to earn an invitation to a trip of their choice with the Medico Invitational Experience
Empire has teamed up with Nations Benefits to make it even easier for your Medicare Advantage clients to use their OTC spending account.
Cigna has important news your clients will want to hear: their binder payment due date has been extended to January 31, 2023.
Clear Spring Health has developed an industry-exclusive process called the eCare Experience™, to offer a patented digital care delivery model unlike anything in the Medicare market.
Great news! Clear Spring Health has digitized their HRA form AND have an incentive for YOU!
Important changes to the William Penn Fraternal Association Scholarship Foundation, Inc. eligibility rules and guidelines for the 2023 scholarship grants.
Tip of the Week: Keep selling Cigna Dental to keep earning year-round. Cigna pays commission on dental plan sales even after OEP.
Cigna and Walgreens have joined forces to bring you Seniors Day in 2023! The event will take place during this open enrollment period (OEP) on Tuesday, March 7, 2023.
Molina is proud to introduce: Jeff Baker
System Issue: Cancelation requests through the SureBridge branded Self-Service Tool not processed
Due to an internal system issue, some Arkansas D-SNP members incorrectly received Healthy Foods benefit cards from two different vendors when the Healthy Foods Cards were issued.
Your clients are off to a great start this year using the new UPMC for Life Flex Spend Card.
Clear Spring's Medicare Advantage Plans offer many supplemental benefits and great plan highlights, which you can easily convey to your customers with a placemat.
Wellcare is excited to announce that UPMC Pinnacle in Central PA has been added to Medicare MAPD!
t's important to know what to do and what not to do during OEP. To help you stay compliant, Cigna has put together some helpful tips for you.
Because of a recent CMS requirement change, a section has been added to 2023 applications with optional questions regarding an applicant’s self-identified race/ethnicity.
After nearly three years of success in the Dental-Vision-Hearing market, the time has come to adjust pricing on The Chesapeake Life Insurance Company Prime DVH product.
CMS recently sent out a reminder for best practices for Medicare Advantage Organizations and Part D Sponsors.
Effective Jan. 1, 2023, agents will receive larger commissions when they sell Medico Gold and Platinum Dental plans.
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York, Catholic Health, and Catholic Medical Partners have reached a new long-term contract agreement.
Congratulations for successfully completing AEP 2023! Empire appreciates your support, your hard work and the dedication it takes to make it through this busy season.
Highmark of Western New York and Highmark of Northeastern New York were recently made aware of a dental billing issue with individual Blue Edge Dental plans.
New for 2023 – Part D prescriptions and healthy foods are more affordable for Wellcare D-SNP members!
Your client will be receiving a flex card in the coming days!
With the completion of AEP, UPMC wanted to provide you with some information regarding the Open Enrollment Period (OEP) and their 5-star Special Enrollment Period (SEP).
AEP is complete, and Wellcare hopes you had a successful selling season!
Thank you for partnering with Aetna during AEP and for your ongoing commitment to our Medicare members
Now you can Check HRA Submission Status for CURRENT Members on the Broker Portal and Potentially Earn MORE!
Excellus BCBS Medicare Supplement mailing - sent in error
Now more than ever, your clients may worry about prescription drug costs – especially clients who require maintenance medications for diabetes, asthma, COPD and other challenges.
There are so many reasons South Carolina residents should check out Cigna this year.
Molina Healthcare is proud to announce their newest affiliated provider in Washington state, Newport Hospital & Health Services
Now more than ever, your clients may worry about prescription drug costs – especially clients who require maintenance medications for diabetes, asthma, COPD and other challenges.
As another AEP comes to a close, it’s time to take a well-deserved breather… But not for too long, because OEP is right around the corner!
The WPA Simplified Issue Single Premium Whole Life Special offer will expire Thursday, December 15th
Along with amazing strides in growth and strategy comes some noise. Humana makes an effort to share updates the minute they are aware of issues in order to help create a strategy to reduce stress.
A new CA state law requires most insurance producers (including Accident and Health, or Sickness Agents) to include their license number on all emails.
AEP ends December 7: Guidance and deadlines
Did you know that Cigna Medicare has an onboarding program for new customers?
Save time and bypass the Voice Verification Call! Text-to-Sign is available on the Agent Portal only
Help your clients meet life where it is at, secure and confident with Clear Spring Health!
An enhanced member experience is coming in 2023
It was recently discovered that Humana’s Rx Calculator and Humana.com were incorrectly quoting the $0 Rx Copay Benefit Model incorrectly for DSNP plans.
Your Wellcare NY Sales team wanted to remind you of an increase to the payment amounts for our Health Risk Assessment's (HRA's) and inform you of two important NY network additions.
U.S. News & World Report has named UPMC for Life as one of the “Best Insurance Companies for Medicare Advantage and Part D Prescription Drug Plans” for Pennsylvania in 2023!
Check out these highlights from Clover’s Q3 financial results press release!
2023 State Fact Sheets for Brokers and 2023 State Benefits Presentations have been updated
Clear Spring has developed an industry-exclusive process called the eCare Experience™, to offer a patented digital care delivery model unlike anything in the Medicare market.
State and Federal Legislative Updates for the Week of November 7th
What you need to know in Medicare this week
Make sure you’re getting the most out of every new enrollment application by having your clients complete a Health Risk Assessment(HRA) survey.
Starting in 2023, many of the top medications taken by Aetna Medicare members will be on a lower drug tier, Tiers 1 and 2. In fact, nearly 300 drugs are moving to a lower drug tier.
Earn more for your time and effort when you submit Health Risk Assessments for NEW members within 7 days of enrollment
Cigna is committed to providing the support you need to sell successfully. And when you do, Cigna will reward your hard work and dedication through their 2023 Bonus Program.
Molina is proud to introduce: Rebeca Aspe
It’s time to start selling and earning, so remember the drive to five.
Wellcare has identified some issues with the printed versions of some of the 2023 Enrollment Application documents contained within the Enrollment Resource Guides.
Ascension Complete has identified some issues with the printed versions of some of the 2023 Enrollment Application documents contained within the 2023 Enrollment Guides.
Clover has responded to the concerns that some existing Clover members have about a perceived decrease in OTC for 2023.
Introducing enhanced materials for Aetna® Medicare members
On October 12, Cigna launched the new and improved Icario Connect Agent Portal. This new agent portal includes features that make it easier for you to facilitate health risk assessments (HRAs) with your customers.
A network arrangement between our existing commercial participating network of dentists and LIBERTY Dental provides an expanded network for Medicare Advantage dental products effective January 1, 2023
As we approach the end of the year, Legal & General would like to share a snapshot of cut-off dates to remember
For your current inventory, you will need to replace your 2022 PRDs with new PRDs for 2023.