Humana Medicare Supplement Extra Services

Humana Medicare Supplement Extra Services

Humana Medicare Supplement Extra Services
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Medicare Supplement plans provide are important for paying costs not covered by original Medicare Parts A and B. With a Humana Medicare Supplement with extra services Humana has gone one step further. This package of extra benefits is intended to improve members’ overall healthcare experiences in addition to covering the gaps left by Medicare as part of a traditional Medicare Supplement.

Let’s explore these additional services:

Discounts on services

Vision Care: Members can save with providers in EyeMed’s Select network including LensCrafters®, Pearle Vision®, and Target Optical®.

Prescription medicine: Discounts available on some medicines at the drugstore with a Humana member ID.

Hearing aids and services: Discounts available through HearUSA and TruHearing®.

Lifeline medical alert system: Members can choose from multiple fall detection service options from Lifeline® at discounted prices.

Managing health

  • Humana Well Dine®*: Members may get 14 nutritious meals delivered to their door after an overnight stay in a hospital or nursing facility. *Not available in Montana or North Dakota.
  • HumanaFirst® Nurse Advice Line: A 24-hour a day, seven days a week toll-free line where members can speak with a registered nurse about non-emergency illnesses or injuries.
  • SilverSneakers fitness program**: Basic fitness center membership at any participating SilverSneakers® facilities. Includes group classes and working with a trained adviser to develop an exercise plan. SilverSneakers Steps®, an at-home option, is also available. **SilverSneakers is not available with Humana Achieve Medicare Supplement plans.
  • MyHumana Mobile app and website: Access to Humana.com or our secure mobile app to view plan benefits, claims, and more.

The programs and services described are not insurance and are neither contractually offered nor guaranteed under Humana Medicare Supplement insurance policies. They may be provided by a third party, discontinued at any time and are subject to geographic availability.

Expert assistance is only a phone call away for agents who are interested in learning more about how Humana’s Medicare Supplement Extra Services can fit with their clients. To get more information, call 800-772-6881 x-7731 to speak with a Pinnacle Financial Medicare professional.

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Molina | Matters

Molina | Matters

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Spring for New Molina Medicare Marketing Collateral!

The Molina Healthcare Marketing Team is marking the arrival of springtime with an assortment of new Medicare collateral. Check out the examples

below and find even more here at the Molina Agent Center!

Sandwich boards

Retractable banners

Special occasion cards

Postcards

CBO flyers

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IBX | RX Cost Management, Multi-factor Authentication, Platform Transition Webcast, & More

IBX | RX Cost Management, Multi-factor Authentication, Platform Transition Webcast, & More

IBX | RX Cost Management, Multi-factor Authentication, Platform Transition Webcast, & More
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Independence Edge

News for Primary Agents
Producing Agents will receive this version of Edge on Monday.

Top specialty drug spend in 2023 and cost management efforts

In the first quarter of each year, Independence generates a report based on all specialty drug claims from the previous year. Compiling this data helps us recognize new trends, determine the effectiveness of our current management strategies, make strategic refinements (if necessary), and identify opportunities for future cost‑containment pursuits.
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Multi‑factor authentication update

Beginning March 25, we will be implementing a new cyber security measure that requires all Sales Portal users and Employer Portal users to enter a six‑digit multi‑factor authentication code when accessing these applications with their existing User ID and Passwords.
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IBX Experience Series for Client Advisors: Platform transition updates

Join us for the next IBX Experience Series for Client Advisors on March 27 at 10 a.m. This episode will cover important details for our upcoming platform transition. To register, click here and stay tuned for more details!

April 1 updates to Value and Select Program formularies

The Value and Select Drug Program formularies are updated quarterly. Lists with the changes for April 1 are available now.
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Medicare updates: PowerPortal and Longform overview

Please review updates to the permissions in the PowerPortal, along with a helpful video to ensure that you have all the information you need to effectively sell and retain business.
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Healthy You!

Check out the latest issue of Healthy You!, our monthly newsletter of reliable, engaging information that educates members on a variety of health and well‑being topics.

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Wellcare | Spendables Benefit Tips

Wellcare | Spendables Benefit Tips

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The Wellcare SpendablesTM benefit card provides a convenient way for your members to access a variety of supplemental benefits with one easy-to-use card. To help you better assist your members with this important benefit we’ve gathered a collection of helpful tips for you to utilize when providing guidance to your members.

Topics covered in today’s tips :

  • In Store Purchases – Find retailers & use the Spendables card in-store.
  • Gas Pay-at-the-Pump – Guidelines for convenient fuel payment.
  • No card? No Problem – Access benefits without a physical card in hand.

Retail Purchases

When using the Wellcare SpendablesTM card for covered items and services in stores, verifying the in-network status for the retailer, and following a few tips for ease of card use will help members avoid frustration during the transaction:

  • The Wellcare SpendablesTM retail network through Solutran is robust, with over 55,000 stores participating. Throughout the year stores may move in and out of the network. The Wellcare Spendables Card Store Finder feature is the best source for accessing current participating retailers in a member’s local area. The Store Finder is also available within the Healthy Benefits Plus app.
  • Wellcare SpendablesTM cards may only be used for covered items and services. The cards cannot be used to receive cash back.
  • The PIN number for the member’s card is the last 4 digits on the card. This number cannot be changed.
  • When using their card at a participating retailer for a covered purchase, your members should be instructed to try both swiping the card and scanning the barcode. If both methods fail, the cashier should be asked to manually scan the barcode on the back of the card.

Gas Pay-at-the-Pump Transactions

By following a few simple guidelines your members will enjoy a seamless experience when using their SpendablesTM card to purchase fuel.

  • Members must pay for gas at the pump, instead of inside the gas station at the register.
  • Not all gas stations accept the Wellcare SpendablesTM card.
  • Gas pumps at a few outlets, including some Walmart, Sam’s Club, and Kroger locations are experiencing declines depending on how the card transactions are set up for processing. Solutran is aware of this issue and is working to address it long-term.

Preferred gas stations for ease of use include:

  • Speedway
  • ‌Chevron
  • ‌Kwik Trip
  • ‌Exxon
  • ‌Arco
  • ‌Marathon
  • Shell
  • ‌Circle K
  • ‌Sunoco
  • ‌Murphy
  • ‌BP
  • ‌Texaco

Accessing Benefits Without the Card Present

Members can use their benefit dollars without having their Wellcare SpendablesTM card in hand using several methods:

  • Call the Healthy Benefits Plus Customer Service Support number, 855-744-8550, and a representative can order on their behalf.
  • Register their card through the Healthy Benefits Plus web portal and place orders online.
  • Download the Healthy Benefits Plus mobile app and use the barcode to shop in-store at participating retailers.
  • Use the Healthy Benefits Plus mobile app to make in-store purchases via the digital card located within the app.

Please keep in mind that physical card delivery takes 10-14 business days. The member’s card will come in a white envelope labeled “Introducing Wellcare Spendables™”.

For more information about the Wellcare SpendablesTM benefit, please review the Wellcare Spendables FAQ resource.

As always, thank you for your continued partnership!

 

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Independence Blue cross | Update regarding Change Healthcare cyber security incident

Independence Blue cross | Update regarding Change Healthcare cyber security incident

Independence Blue cross | Update regarding Change Healthcare cyber security incident
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Independence Edge

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Producing Agents will receive this version of Edge later today.

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Update regarding Change Healthcare cyber security incident

Last week, Independence Blue Cross confirmed and communicated to brokers and clients that one of our service providers, Change Healthcare, experienced a network interruption related to a recent cyber security incident. We continue to closely monitor this incident and any potential impacts through active communication with Change Healthcare and Teladoc.

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