We’re getting ready for AEP…

…and we’re excited about it! This month, we’re sharing what to expect from CSB during the selling season, plus all the usual updates on products, resources and enhancements. Happy run-up to AEP!

Be sure to check CignaforBrokers > My Messages often, as we frequently post essential training, tools, and other updates there.

Did you know?

The annual Spanish translation of the Agent Guide is now available! You can access it by:

>clicking on the cover image (left) to download a PDF, and

>going to CignaforBrokers > Sales & Marketing Materials to order a print version (or to access a stored version of the PDF).

Updates and action items

Get ready for AEP with CSB! Here’s what you can expect over the next few months:

>Training – AEP training kicks off very soon – watch your email!

>Sales tools – Social media training and tool kits – now in both English and Spanish; podcasts and more coming your way in September.

>Products – More supplemental benefits product launches coming in August and September. Watch for broker product tools and launch emails in the states you serve.

>AEP edition newsletters – The new Medicare broker newsletter, Broker Insights, is coming to you on August 29and your CSB marketing newsletter, Thrive, in September. 

>The CHLIC transition – This initiative will pause from late August until after AEP. You can still reference our resources here.

New Med Supp products on the way in California and Louisiana

Get ready for improved rates, value and discounts in California (CA) andLouisiana (LA)!

ARLIC is launching in CA and CIC is launching in LA on August 26. Get everything you need to start selling here.

Please note:

CHLIC CA and CNHIC LA will no longer be available for sale as of September 13, 2024. Applications must be signed by September 12, 2024, and in our office by September 27, 2024.

Reminder: Activate Single Sign-On to Producers’ University

Already registered with Producers’ University? Good news: You should have direct access now by clicking on Training on the CignaforBrokers dashboard!

Not yet registered with Producers’ University? Click on the button below for instructions on how to activate Single Sign-On (SSO).

SSO instructions here.

Don’t forget: Medicare Advantage certification is live now

2025 Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plan certification is up and ready to go! Visit Producers’ University directly or via CignaforBrokers to get started.

This email includes a wealth of information on breezing through certification requirements. Get certified and get ready for more AEP selling opportunities!

State updates

The following Medicare Supplement insurance and Supplemental Health plans are experiencing rate adjustments in the noted charter(s) and states:  

Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company (CHLIC)

8/1/24: New Mexico (Rate Hold: High F), Rhode Island (Rate Hold: High F), West Virginia(Rate hold: High F)

Cigna National Health Insurance Company (CNHIC)

8/1/2024: Alabama, Connecticut (Rate hold: all plans), Louisiana, Michigan, New Jersey, South Dakota, Utah

9/1/24: Missouri, Ohio, South Carolina

Flexible Choice Dental, Vision, and Hearing

9/1/24: Colorado