Where to Send 2016 FFM Certificates

Please send your FFM Certificates to the appropriate carriers using the email addresses and links below.

  • cbcproducerlicensing@capbluecross.com
  • broker.submission@highmark.com (NEPA)
  • ghpbrokerlicensing@thehealthplan.com
  • producerrelations@upmc.edu
  • Independence Blue Cross

UPMC Producer Update 10/22/2015 - Federally-Facilitated Marketplace Selling Requirements

The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has released Federally-Facilitated Marketplace (FFM) registration updates for 2016. Click here to read more.

Aetna | New faster and easier process for quoting and FFM certification confirmation – MUST BE UPDATED BY 10/30/15!

We're always working to improve the ways we support your business and to save you time. We've now simplified the process for recording your FFM ID and certificate information once you complete your registration and training with CMS. Click here to read more.

Highmark Individual Market Update - Information on sales process and sales support materials

The process to quote 2016 Highmark individual under age 65 products has changed. Click here to read more.

UPMC Individual Health 2016 Product Information

As 2016 product information and forms are released they are added to our site. Click here to see 2016 information.

Capital Blue Cross Individual Health 2016 Product Information

As 2016 product information and forms are released they are added to our site. Click here to see 2016 information.

Geisinger Marketplace plans for 2016

We have made a number of changes to our individual Marketplace plans for next year and wanted to make you aware of the benefit selections for 2016. Click here to read more.

Banet's Bullets: 2016 Individual Plans and Rates

Good afternoon, Independence Blue Cross has announced the 2016 portfolio of individual and family health plans. Please review the information below. Click here to read more.

Capital Blue Cross 2016 Individual Products

Capital BlueCross is pleased to release information regarding our 2016 Individual Under 65 products! Attached to this email is the Producer Bulletin on our 2016 products. Click here to read more.

Highmark Product Update - Training and materials now available for Alliance Flex Blue

Training and materials for Alliance Flex Blue, Highmark's recently released product in central PA (see initial Sept. 16, 2015 announcement), are now available. Click here to read more.

2016 Product Information

As 2016 product information and forms are released they are added to our site. Click here to see 2016 information.

Highmark Agency Action Alert - Nov. 5, 2015

This week's Agency Action Alert covers the following topics: 2016 Training Materials landing page, Individual member cancellation process, Blue Edge Dental rate cards available on the producer portal, Upcoming Meet Dr. Right events, Active Choice Home Delivery frequently asked questions now available Click here to read more.

Highmark (BCNEPA) Important Small Group Renewal Information

Early next week, you will receive login information for your access to the Highmark Producer Portal. Click here to read more.

UPMC Producer Update - Producer OnLine Marketplace Individual Quoting System

The new Producer OnLine Individual Quoting System will be available on Producer OnLine on November 1. Click here to read more.

Take Advantage of No Minimum Participation Rate in the SHOP Marketplace

Did you know that your clients can enroll in SHOP Marketplace coverage from November 15 through December 15 without meeting a minimum participation requirement? Click here to read more.

CoventryOne plans will be listed under Aetna on the Federally Facilitated Marketplace

In select states, Coventry-branded plans will display on the Federally Facilitated Marketplace (FFM) under an Aetna heading. Click here to read more.

Highmark Individual Market Update - 2016 Individual Product Training Available

The individual product training for central PA for the upcoming 2016 Open Enrollment Period is now available on the producer portal. Click here to read more.

Aetna | Renewal is coming for your Pennsylvania individual clients

Renewal is quickly approaching and we are beginning to reach out to your clients in Pennsylvania regarding their coverage and plan options for 2016. Click here to read more.

2016 FFM Certification Instructional Webinar

2016 Certification for the Federally Facilitated Marketplace (FFM) will be released in early September this year. Because we know this certification is important to you, we have a recorded webinar to walk you through the requirements. Click here to watch the recorded webinar.

Weekly PPACA Update Conference Call

In a continuing effort to assist our agent-partners in getting the information needed to flourish within the under 65 group and individual markets in Pennsylvania, we are holding weekly live webinars. They will serve as a place to get your questions answered and discuss topics and strategies that will lead to your continued success in the health insurance market. Click here to register.

Weekly PPACA Conference Call Archives

Click here to view the archived recordings of the PPACA Conference Calls.

NEW Fall 2015 Webinars "ACA 101: What the Health Care Law Means for Small Business"

Health care continues to be an important issue for small business owners. The Small Business Administration, Department of Health and Human Services, and Small Business Majority are committed to helping businesses navigate the changes and opportunities in health care through the Affordable Care Act 101 webinar series. Click here to read more.

Capital BlueCross Common Ownership & Group Size Regulations

The Certification of Group Size form (C-432) has been updated. Click here to read more.

CMS public exchange agent hotline falling short of expectations

A hotline set up by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assist brokers with the public exchanges will only assist agents with user IDs, site registration and training questions — not client issues. Click here to read more.