Webinar: UCT 2022 Updates

Exciting Changes for 2022

Cornerstone Senior Marketing hosts the UCT team for an informative presentation around exciting changes product and technology changes for 2022 plus, a new bonus program.  Topics covered will include:

  • DVH Competitive plans
  • New rates for Med Supp
  • Bonus program for Med Supp
  • Electronic Applications and Signature Processes for our products ( Dental, Vision, & Hearing, Final Expense, Medicare Supplement, Critical Illness and Short Term Care)
  • Automated Quoting System for these Electronic Applications

Thursday, October 7, 2021

10:00 am – 11:00 am ET

WEBINAR REGISTRATION

The Health Plan: 2022 Medicare Sales Kits Now Available

THP Agent Broker Announcement form 9/21/21:

Great News!  You can now order your THP 2022 Medicare Products sales materials  at thehealthplan.mp-b.com/

Some items may indicate availability as “Out of Stock”.  Please place your desired quantities in the shopping cart and proceed through the check-out process.  We will ship those items as soon as they are available.  Check the site often as some materials are not available at this time but will be available soon.

As a reminder, kits include the following materials:

  • Enroll Guide
  • Summary of Benefits
  • Enrollment Forms
  • Scope of Appointment Form

*Some materials are also available to order as stand alone items.

 

 

If you have any questions, please contact your CSM representative 

WellCare/Centene MA Commission Updates for 2022

Broker Announcement from 9/20/21:

Important 2022 Commission Information

Great news! As you prepare for the 2022 Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), we want to bring to your attention some important commission information.

Broker Commission Rates

We are excited to announce that new and existing MAPD plans will continue to pay the maximum fair market value commission rates for PY 2022 enrollments, for all health plans: Wellcare, Allwell, Fidelis Care, Health Net, and Ascension Complete.

 

 

If you have any follow up questions or concerns, please reach out to our CSM rep.

 

UHC MED SUPP: New Security Question Signature Option inside LEAN

A fast, easy, convenient way to enroll consumers in an AARP® Medicare Supplement Insurance Plan from UnitedHealthcare®.

Have you tried the new Electronic Security Question Signature Option in LEAN™ that allows you to enroll consumers quickly and seamlessly in an AARP Medicare Supplement Plan? This new signature option provides:

How it works:

Using the Electronic Security Question signature option is easy! Follow these simple steps…

 

Find out more
See how the new Electronic Security Question signature option works by attending an upcoming LEAN training found on Jarvis in the Learning Lab.

Offer this easy and convenient option to consumers today! Access LEAN by downloading the app from the App Store or Google Play.

Lumico’s Agency Services Support Line Updates

Lumico agency services support line updates

Every day, we’re committed to finding new ways to create a great Lumico experience for our partners. With this in mind, we’re excited to offer added support for both life and health inquiries via phone and email.

Questions? Contact your CSM Rep for more information.

Anthem Adds Piedmont to Georgia Network

Anthem Broker News from: 8/31/21

We are very excited to share that it is now OFFICIAL:  Piedmont Healthcare in Georgia joins the Anthem network effective Sept. 15th, 2021!!!   

We are positioned to be very competitive in GA, ESPECIALLY with the addition of Piedmont.

GA APPOINTED AGENTS: Make sure and certify to sell Anthem’s MA products for plan year 2022!

 

If you have any questions, please consult your Cornerstone Senior Marketing rep today.

WellCare 2022 Material Ordering – Now Available

 

Beginning August 30th, all 2022 sales materials will be available for order through the CustomPoint materials portal for all health plans and markets.

Reminders:

  • You must be certified to market and sell 2022 Wellcare products to submit an order.
  • You will only be able to view and order 2022 sales materials for plans you are certified to market and sell.
  • Access to CustomPoint, through Single Sign-On, is granted 72 hours after completing certification training requirements.

 

If you have any questions, please contact your CSM service rep.

Pre-Order Your MA Supplies Now with Medical Mutual of Ohio & More

MMO Special Broker Update from 8/24/21:

Subject: Pre-Order Your Medicare Advantage Supplies Now

Pre-orders for 2022 Medicare Advantage materials are now available in the Order Materials section of
MyBrokerLink. This pre-order opportunity will close on Wednesday, September 8, though you will be
able to continue ordering after that date. Only orders placed by September 8 will be guaranteed for
arrival prior to October 1. Any orders received after September 8 will start shipping on October 1 in the
order they were received.

Visit MyBrokerLink now to place your order for any materials you need for the 2022 Annual Enrollment
Period, including updated pre-enrollment kits for all regions. This year’s kits are customized to the HMO
and PPO plans in each region where we expect you to have a majority of your sales. Each kit includes
individual Summary of Benefits documents, an application specific to that region and a brochure
explaining the benefits of our plans.

MedMutual Advantage product additions and enhancements for 2022:

• Significantly enhanced $0 Signature HMO*, including $0 specialist copay
• New $0 Access PPO plan**
• Substantial cost reductions in diagnostic services (PET scans)
• Cost reductions in Tier 2 prescription drug copays
• New visitor/travel benefit of $2,500 maximum
• Expanded dental benefits to include comprehensive coverage up to $1,000*** in addition to
preventive services

* Available in Cuyahoga, Lake, Medina, Portage, Stark and Summit counties
** Available in Northeast Ohio and Central Ohio, Cincinnati/Dayton and Toledo
*** Available in Signature HMO plans

WellCare/Centene: 2021 Commission Payment Schedule Update

WellCare Broker Bulletin from 8/24:

Commission Payment Schedule Update

Great news! In our continuous efforts to provide best-in-class service to our partners, we are happy to inform you that effective immediately Centene is moving to a weekly commission payment schedule.

Commission Payment Details:

  • Payments will move from bi-weekly to weekly payouts.
  • All Medicare health plan commission payouts will follow a standardized weekly schedule.
  • Approved Advanced (Initial/New to MA) and HRA/VBE payments will be processed weekly.
  • Click here for the complete 2021 Commission Payment Schedule.

 

 

 

If you have any questions about the information within this communication or would like further assistance, contact your CSM rep.

WellCare/Centene: Allwell Member Rewards Program Has Changed – Healthy Rewards

Broker Bulletin from 8/6/2021:

As Centene continues to integrate health plans, further alignment of programs may be necessary. Beginning July 1, 2021, the Healthy Rewards program replaced the My Health Pays® rewards program previously available to Allwell Medicare Advantage members across all states. Members impacted by the program transition were mailed a communication in May 2021. Click here to view a copy of the member mailer.

What you should know

Your assistance is key to ensuring members have a smooth transition to the Healthy Rewards program. Please take note of the following when speaking with your members:

  • Only Allwell Medicare Advantage plans and members are impacted. There are no changes to the My Health Pays® program for Medicaid and Marketplace.
  • Rewards earned for activities completed through June 30, 2021 on the My Health Pays® Prepaid Visa® Card must be redeemed by September 30, 2021. Please Note: Earned rewards may continue to be added on the member’s My Health Pays® Prepaid Visa® Card through August 16, 2021.
  • The My Health Pays® Prepaid Visa® Card will be closed on October 1, 2021, and any remaining funds will be forfeited.
  • Emphasize the September 30, 2021 deadline for redeeming rewards on the My Health Pays® Prepaid Visa® Card.
  • Click here and select the applicable state to learn more details about the Healthy Rewards program on the Health Plan website.

 

If you have any questions, please contact your CSM Service rep here