Aetna | Broker Survey | OEP | Think Agent | Update client PCP | Commissions | Monthly premium |

Aetna | Broker Survey | OEP | Think Agent | Update client PCP | Commissions | Monthly premium |

Aetna | Broker Survey | OEP | Think Agent | Update client PCP | Commissions | Monthly premium |
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Thank you for partnering with us during AEP and for your ongoing commitment to our Medicare members. 

We want to wish you and your families a happy and healthy holiday!

Medicare news

Your broker survey is on its way!

Your opinion matters… Be on the lookout today for a survey arriving in your email. We want to get your feedback on your interactions with your Aetna Medicare Broker Manager this year. It will take 3 minutes to complete. 

Open Enrollment Period (OEP) starts January 1: Review the do’s and don’ts

During the Medicare Advantage OEP, beneficiaries who are enrolled in an MA/MAPD plan have a one-time opportunity to change plans. This election period is not available to those with Original Medicare or those enrolled in a standalone Prescription Drug Plan. How to assist your clients during OEP.

Think Agent: Your electronic resource

You have a new tool to help you with enrollment applications and more. Think Agent is the new electronic enrollment tool for Aetna MA/MAPD and SilverScript PDP products. The latest additions for Think Agent include: 

You can join us for an in-depth training session on Think Agent. Live broker training begins February 2. You can sign-up now at www.aetnamedicareagenttrainning.com.

Help your client update their PCP – Call us on their behalf

Don’t forget! You can call the Aetna Medicare Broker Services Department at 1-866-714-9301 to request certain types of changes and updates, on behalf of your clients who are Aetna members. Select prompt 8 and then from there, you need to select the right product type and member ID identification. You will then be routed to the correct service center for support. 

For example, you can now call to:

  • Update the primary care physician (PCP) on file
  • Inquire about a claim or billing issue
  • Change a mailing address, and more

This policy allows you to deliver a more seamless customer service experience to your clients. Here’s how to make a request.

What to expect for commission payout of 2022 AEP Medicare business

The first payout of 2022 will begin to transfer to bank accounts on January 4th. To learn more go to the  Medicare commission payout schedules located on Producer World in the Individual Medicare area from the Compensation tab.

Did you know? Members can pay their monthly premium at their local CVS store

Members can pay their premium in person at their local CVS store while out running errands or picking up their prescriptions. All monthly invoices contain a barcode giving members the ability to pay their premium at most CVS stores. This option is not available at CVS pharmacies within Target® and Schnucks®.

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Aetna | Medicare Producer News

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Medicare Producer News

AEP news

1 day left! Review end-of-AEP deadlines
NEW Your Healthy Rewards program lets members earn $$$

Sales and marketing information

NEW downloadable social media ads in Studio
NEW telephonic enrollment option in Think Agent
NEW e-training on health risk assessment (HRA) option

Member retention news

2022 member ID cards are on the way in new purple envelopes
Some renewing PPO members to receive a new ID card
NEW diabetic equipment and supplies resource

Compliance connection 

Remember to review 2022 star ratings with your clients
2022 star ratings must now be included in all enrollment kits

AEP news

Review end-of-AEP deadlines

Can you believe AEP is coming to a close? Remember, all Medicare AEP marketing efforts must cease on December 7. Please ensure you follow these guidelines for submitting your final AEP enrollments by the required deadline.

NEW: In 2022, members can earn up to $200 in gift cards

Can you believe AEP is coming to a close? Remember, all Medicare AEP marketing efforts must cease on December 7. Please ensure you follow these guidelines for submitting your final AEP enrollments by the required deadline.

Sales and marketing information

Find prospects online, with social media ads from MMS

Looking for a last-minute way to reach prospects? We offer a host of social media ads you can share on Facebook and other social media sites. They’re a great way to let prospects know you can help answer their questions about Medicare. And there’s no cost to download. Login to Aetna Medicare Marketing Studio (MMS) to download.  

NEW Think Agent resources

In case you haven’t heard, Think Agent is the new electronic enrollment tool for Aetna MA/MAPD and SilverScript PDP products. Click the link above for registration info. The latest additions for Think Agent include: 

Member retention news

2022 member ID cards are in the mail, in purple envelopes with Aetna Medicare branding

We are excited to share that 2022 member ID cards have been mailed in purple envelopes with Aetna Medicare branding, so they’ll be easy to identify in the mailbox. New member ID cards are mailed to:

  • New Aetna Medicare members
  • Members who changed plans
  • Members who changed their primary care physician (PCP)
  • Some renewing PPO members; see below

Please note that some existing PPO members will also receive a new member ID card in a purple envelope, even if they’re renewing the same plan. 

  • Their new card includes a new member ID number and a new plan number.  
  • Please remind these members to replace their current ID card with their new ID card by January 1, 2022, as they will need to show their new card to their provider when they receive medical care in 2022.

New diabetic supplies resource to help members get what they need

There’s new diabetic supplies and equipment list you can use to: 

  • Talk to your clients about what diabetic supplies they need
  • Explain how different supplies and equipment are covered
  • Assist clients with accessing or ordering supplies they need
  • Help minimize confusion

Compliance connection

Don’t forget: Requirements for 2022 star ratings

  • As a reminder, per CMS guidance, you’re required to replace the 2021 star rating document with the new 2022 star rating page in any enrollment kits in your possession by November 3.  
  • You’re also required to review the 2022 star rating document with beneficiaries whenever presenting Aetna MA/MAPD and SilverScript PDP plans. 
  • The 2022 star rating document must be provided to all prospective enrollees whenever an enrollment form is provided. For online enrollment, the star ratings document and Summary of Benefits must be provided electronically to your clients prior to the completion and submission of the enrollment request.
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Wellcare | AEP Weekly News

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Attention Valued Partner,

With less than a week remaining until the close of 2022 Medicare AEP, we wanted to provide information on the following topics we are sure you will find helpful as you continue to work with your clients:

  • AEP Application Submission Deadline – Deadline to submit AEP applications
  • The Ascend Corner – Important reminders for applications submitted through the Ascend Portal
  • Request for Information (RFI) Reminder – Resolving incomplete enrollments

AEP Application Submission Deadline

Be sure to reconcile your submitted enrollment applications submitted against the applications reflected in the Application Search Tool of the Broker Portal (Agent Connect). Access Single Sign-On and select the Broker Portal icon.  This will route you to the Agent Connect Home Page.

Any applications not already submitted should be reviewed and submitted immediately.

Important Dates and Timelines:

  • All enrollment applications should be submitted within 24 hours of receipt from the member’s signature date
  • All AEP applications must be completed, signed by the member and broker, and received by the broker before the end of the day, Tuesday, December 7, 2021.
  • Please review the Applications & Enrollment Tools resource for helpful information such as fax numbers for paper application submissions, appropriate broker identifiers, and other important reminders.

 The Ascend Corner

Request For Information (RFI) Reminder

As a reminder, Request For Information (RFI) status occurs when a submitted application is either incomplete or contains incorrect information and cannot be processed. To avoid processing delays or application denial, please ensure you provide accurate and complete information.

You will be informed through email and text message if you have applications in RFI status. Please be on the lookout for these notifications and act promptly to resolve them. Important: RFIs must be resolved within 21 days of application receipt from the member, or the application will be denied.

The Request For Information Resource Page contains further instructions on how to resolve RFIs.

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Sons of Norway | Important Product Updates

Sons of Norway | Important Product Updates

Sons of Norway | Important Product Updates
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3 Very Important Product Updates

Guaranteed Issue Whole Life (GIWL) Reprice

Due to regulator required calculation method changes for policies dealing with nonforfeiture and cash values, Sons of Norway is instituting new prices for all our insurance policies that include “cash value”. Our Guaranteed Issue Whole Life (GIWL) product is first on the docket. 

NEW GIWL pricing* will go into effect on December 8, 2021. See the chart below for more clarification on what you need to do to ensure your policy is enacted under the pricing you discussed with your client:

What Does This Mean?

  • As of December 8, 2021, Sons of Norway’s GIWL product will have new pricing*.
  • If an application was received prior to 12/8/21 and is scheduled to issue between 12/8 & 12/31, that certificate will receive the old pricing as stated to the client. No action is needed.
  • Due to the required effective date of the rule changes, the old pricing is not available after 12/31/21. If an application is received prior to 12/8 but is not scheduled to issue until after 12/31, a new application is required that outlines the new pricing (you can request an amended issue date prior to 1/1).
  • Our Quoting and E-application system, LifeBase, will be updated and utilize the new pricing on 12/8/21, so no “old pricing” applications should be submitted after 12/8.
  • A reminder communication with the updated rates will be sent in December, prior to 12/8.
  • For Montana Only – All applications will be under the old unisex rates through 12/31/21, beginning 1/1/22 all applications will no longer be unisex and the “new rates” will apply. Lifebase will be updated accordingly.  
  • *For California, Florida, & South Dakota – All applications will be under the old pricing/application through 12/31/21 awaiting approval in those jurisdictions. Separate communication(s) will be shared on the status for these locations with further instructions if necessary.   

Sunsetting UL & SPWL

To ensure our shelf space has room for products that are meaningful for you and your clients, Sons of Norway will be sunsetting our Universal Life and Fully Underwritten Single Premium Whole Life as of December 31, 2021. To ensure there is enough time for execution, applications for these two products need to be received, in good order, by December 15, 2021, so they have the best chance to be issued before December 31, 2021.

Heads Up On Other Product Changes

As we mentioned, the regulatory required calculation changes affect all certificates (policies) with cash value. Be on the lookout for an outline of the changes to our Simplified Issue suite, and fully underwritten whole life products that will take effect January 1, 2022.

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Prosperity Life | Telephone Consumer Protection Act Announcement

Prosperity Life | Telephone Consumer Protection Act Announcement

Prosperity Life | Telephone Consumer Protection Act Announcement
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See the provided announcement below from Prosperity Life on the Telephone Consumer Protection Act.

The TCPA restricts telephone solicitations (i.e. telemarketing) and the use of automated phone equipment. The Act limits the use of pre-recorded voice messages, automatic dialing, and SMS and fax use. Without explicit customer consent, companies must adhere to strict solicitation rules, solicitors must honor the National Do Not Call Registry, and subscribers may sue a company that does not follow the TCPA guidelines.

Consumer consent is an essential defense under the TCPA and should be a primary focus of any business that communicates with consumers directly via voice call or text.

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Humana | Use this MCA survey to help clients on their health journey

Humana | Use this MCA survey to help clients on their health journey

Humana | Use this MCA survey to help clients on their health journey
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Why the MCA matters to members—and you

Maintaining health is more than simply visiting the doctor—environmental and social circumstances also have an impact on one’s health.

Humana wants to help members on their whole-person health journeys with the Member Care Assessment (MCA)*, an optional survey that members can choose to take to help identify their personal health needs.

For each survey you help a member complete, you could be eligible to earn a one-time cash payment.**

All you have to do is take the mandatory MarketPoint University training to get started.

What you need to know about Humana’s Member Care Assessment

Access the MCA Guide on Ignite for step-by-step details on how to get the mandatory training and information about what the MCA means to members, Humana and you.

Your source for everything MCA

Check out the MCA page on Ignite to learn how to utilize the Member Care Assessment survey. Access MarketPoint University Training, download the step-by-step guidewatch a demo video and more.

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