Highmark | 2025 Star Ratings Released
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced Highmark’s 2025 Star Ratings for Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Delaware, and Western and Northeastern New York Medicare Advantage (MA) plans. Our scores were strong again this year, with many plans achieving the highest score possible. Read more.
UPMC | Part D changes
We hope your AEP is off to a great start! As we dive into this busy season, it’s crucial to understand the changes being made to our plans for 2025. This includes updates to the Part D prescription drug coverage stages and adjustments to UPMC for Life’s cost sharing. Read more.
UPMC | Flex Spend Card Updates
We hope this message finds you well! We’re reaching out to remind you of the important updates made to the UPMC for Life Flex Spend Card for 2025. Staying informed on these changes will help you provide your clients with the most accurate and up-to-date information. Read more.
Mutual of Omaha | October Express
See the latest on a weekly update for Mutual of Omaha's Brokerage Sales Distribution. Included are details on Wellcare Mutual of Omaha MAPD PPO Benefits, Boost Your Earnings With Enhanced Broker Bonus, one of the Lowest IUL Cost Structures in Today's Market, and Off-Label Medication Use in LTC Underwriting. Read more.
Kaiser Permanente | 2025 Medicare Star Ratings
Kaiser Permanente continues to be a leader in providing high-quality, coordinated care for Medicare members. Kaiser Permanente’s Medicare Advantage Health Plan in the Mid-Atlantic states (Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.) is tied for the highest rated plan in the region, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 2025 Star Ratings. Read more.
Devoted | AEP is HERE! Grab n Gos & More Virtual Rollouts
In case you are still wrapping up and preparing for AEP allow us to assist. We have scheduled a few Grab n Gos and some additional 2025 virtual rollouts. Read more.
IBX | Network Names Not Available on Provider Finder
It was recently discovered that the Keystone 65 Essential HMO and Personal Choice 65 Plus PPO networks are not listed on the online Provider Finder (www.ibxmedicare.com/providerfinder) when browsing "All plans" within the "Available plans" list. Read more.
Aetna | The Curran Connection
We have a 2-page document highlighting some very important links and phone numbers that you can quickly reference when you’re out selling Aetna Medicare to your clients and also to help you retain your book of business with Aetna Medicare too! Read more.
Jefferson Health Plans | Updated Enrollment Form Included
Due to an editing error, our PA Sales Kit (English only) printed with an incorrect enrollment form. All PA sales kits fulfilled going forward will include the correct enrollment form. Read more.
Florida Blue | Medicare Part D Plan Options
As a valued member of the Florida Blue Medicare Broker community, you want to offer your clients the best possible options for their Medicare Part D needs. We want to share with you why Florida Blue Part D plans (PDPs) are a top choice for Medicare beneficiaries in Florida. Read more.
Devoted | Food & Home Card information you need!
Did you know we offer the Food & Home card benefit on non-SNP plans? Did you know that we have combined our Food & Home card benefit with our OTC? See details on how each of our extra benefits work including the food and home card. Read more.
Aetna | Member ID cards, Plan Documents and Provider Directories
We will be delivering an estimated 3.2M member ID cards this AEP (November and December) for new membership and 1/1/2025 changes for Medicare. For 1/1/2025 there is a new CMS requirement. Read more.
Aetna | Positive momentum
As we kick off the first few days of AEP, I want to say thank you. Your role in helping clients navigate their plan choices is not easy but is critical. I recognize and appreciate the work you do every day, particularly during this busiest time of year. Read more.
Highmark Medicare Advantage | Important Information Regarding WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital and Provider Network
We have been negotiating to limit cost increases for our members and customers and to offer fair and reasonable reimbursement rates, however, WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital and Provider Network request for additional reimbursement will make it a significant outlier to the rest of our MA network. Read more.
Excellus | Star ratings
I hope you are having a great start to your week and AEP is going as smooth as possible so far. I wanted to share a quick update as the 2025 Star Ratings are now available to order on the sales hub. I have attached the PDF versions as well. Read more.
Cigna | Information At Your Fingertips
See NEW Product Availability Guide, links for each CSB products, as well as links to marketing materials. Access our product materials quickly and easily. Read more.
Geisinger | Gold Brokers, it’s the Info You Need Now
Geisinger’s Star ratings, HRA on HMO plans will continue, New: Select products offered in additional counties in 2025, and network knowledge. Read more.
Aetna | Stay informed: CMS issues new MBIs to some beneficiaries
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is issuing a new Medicare Beneficiary Identifier (MBI) to approximately 1.2 million beneficiaries. Impacted beneficiaries will receive a letter notifying them of the change and a new Medicare ID card with a new MBI. Read more.
Aetna | DSNP for 2025
In case you need another reason to sell Aetna DSNP, in addition to our Robust Network and stable Extra Benefits we have added a NEW Benefit for 2025. Read more.
ACE Medicare Supplement | Med Supp Rate Adjustment
We would like to inform you of a rate adjustment. ACE Property & Casualty Insurance Company received approval in North Carolina on 5/1/24 for the following rate increase: 8% for plans A, G+, and N; and 12% for plans F and G. Read more.
The Canadian Medstore | Agent Introduction
Medication Pricing Guide, Conference Flier and a PDF Brochure for you to review. Working with The Canadian Medstore is easy and you can feel confident knowing your clients are in good hands! Read more.
11/12 Devoted: Mid AEP Happy Hour
Join URL & Devoted for a mid-AEP Happy Hour at the Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant in Hershey, PA. We understand that this is a busy time of year, and you’ve earned yourself a refreshing beverage and good conversation with friends in the industry. Take a break from the hustle and bustle to unwind, network, and share insights with fellow professionals.
This Happy Hour will take place on on Tuesday, November 12th from 5 - 7 PM EST at Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant located at 101 W. Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033. Register now.
Physicians Mutual Web Certification Trainings Available for October 2024
We have several links that are for attending the available Physicians Mutual trainings as shown on the provided calendar 8 AM CT/9 AM ET and 10 AM CT/ 11 AM ET trainings. Register now.
2/23-26 Register Now: NABIP's 35th Capitol Conference
Join us for NABIP's 35th Capitol Conference, from February 23-26, where over 600 top insurance and benefits professionals will converge in Washington, D.C. for a dynamic exchange of ideas and strategies with healthcare policymakers, influential industry leaders, and elected representatives. Register now.
Physicians Mutual | Open Enrollment Innovative Plan G Sale Now Pays $200!
Agents earn a bonus based on their prior month’s production after meeting the minimum of 5 Med Supp eligible issued policies. You can eearly $200 for every Open Enrollment Innovative Plan G policy sold and every Underwritten policy sold. Read more.
Allstate | Elevate Rewards Program
Time is running out to earn 3,600 bonus points. Make 5 sales within your first 30 days with Allstate Health Solutions to qualify. Read more.
