Webinars: AETNA First Look at 2022 Plans – OHIO

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Plan to attend an informative, Aetna-led webinar and be the first to learn about the NEW Aetna 2022 benefits for Ohio WITH CORNERSTONE SENIOR MARKETING. 

Brokers have two sessions to choose from.  Register today!

 

When:  Tuesday, July 27, 2021

 

Morning Session:  10:00 am – 11:30 am ET

Afternoon Session:  1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET

 

REGISTER HERE

 

Not contracted with Aetna? Reach out to your Sales Rep to start the process!

614-763-2255  or by email:  contracting@ornerstoneseniormarketing.com

Use Our Prescription Drug App for Pet Medications!

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Did you Know??? Pet medication sales went up 13% last year.

This means there is an additional opportunity to save big and room to earn more! It’s simple–Clever RX can help furry, chirpy, and scaly friends while helping your employees stay on budget.

One of the most commonly used medications to manage seizures in dogs is Phenobarbital. This month an employee paid $11.99 for a 30-day supply of Phenobarbital saving 69.2% using Clever RX. Clever can help save big on many pet medications, especially in the top three filled pet med categories: seizure, diabetes, and anxiety.

 

For more information on how to get contracted with Clever RX, contact your CSM Sales Rep.

Important Notification: Agents with an Anthem appointment through Cornerstone Senior Marketing

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It has come to our attention that all agents appointed with Anthem through Cornerstone Senior Marketing most likely received an email communication directly from Anthem.

The email would have resembled the following message:

Here’s information to help you get started.

Hi   __________,

Welcome to Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield. We’ve approved your application, and now you’re licensed to sell our products. We’re here to help you build your business, support your clients and stay informed. Here are important details you need to get started.

Information to get started

  • Your new agent contract for ___ is effective __________
  • Your encrypted ID is ___________. Be sure to save this number and include it on your enrollment applications.
  • If you haven’t already, log in to our Producer Toolbox at https://brokerportal.anthem.com/ehb/web/bkr/acc/login.htm if you want to set up direct deposit to get your commission payments. You’ll also find a variety of resources to help you manage your book of business. Just use the same username and password you set up when you registered with us.

Do you need to transfer business?
We just need your request in writing. Then, we can pay you for the business you are transferring. Call our Sales Compensation team at 1-877-304-6470, and select option one for help.

Do you have questions? We can help.
Agent Services: 1-800-742-8199 or agency.services@anthem.com.
Medicare Agent Services: 1-800-633-4368 or medicareagentsupport@anthem.com.

This email was sent to you due to a technical issue that had occurred at Anthem.

 

Anthem stated the following around the issue:

“This issue occurred due to an internal Anthem system migration which placed a term date on your downline agency’s appointments in error.  Due to the agency’s appointment being termed, this in turn termed all of your downline agents.” 

Once Cornerstone Senior Marketing was made aware of the situation, we quickly had Anthem correct the issue, which prompted the above email.

 

The good news – NO ACTION IS REQUIRED ON YOUR PART.   However, some of you may have also experienced issues using your mProducer tool.  Please note that should resolve itself within 24 hours of receiving the communication from Anthem.

 

Cornerstone Senior Marketing is advising our agents to please monitor their commission statements as a result of this situation and it’s resolution.  If you see any issues that need reporting, please let our team know.  We appreciate your understanding with this and apologize for any inconvenience.

Thank you for your partnership.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

Tim Shook, Vice President

Cornerstone Senior Marketing

Medical Mutual: Preparing for the Upcoming Medicare Sales Season

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Special MMO Broker Announcement form 6/17/21:

As we prepare for the upcoming Medicare Annual Enrollment Period, we have two important reminders for Medicare-affiliated brokers and agencies regarding our Annual Medicare Advantage Certification and marketing materials to help grow your book of business.

Annual Medicare Advantage Certification Begins June 28, 2021
It’s time to complete your Medical Mutual Medicare Advantage certification. There are numerous changes to the certification process this year, so we encourage you to read this entire update.

2022 Training Course Requirements

You must complete AHIP certification before gaining access to the Medical Mutual certification modules, AHIP will automatically share your completion dates with Medical Mutual once you log on to your Web Courseworks account.

To access your account please follow the below:
• Log into MyBrokerLink
• Select Sales & Quoting
• Select Medicare Advantage
• Training and Certification.

Completion of the 2022 training will certify an agent for both the 2021 and 2022 plan years through a combination year certificate.

Agents will be given five attempts to reach a passing score of at least 85%. The exception to this is the Title 18 attestation module, which must be passed with a 100%.

As a reminder: Agents are given a $50 discount by accessing AHIP training through our Medical Mutual link. If you completed NAHU general compliance and FWA training, please email MASalesCompliance@medmutual.com for assistance in accessing the certification modules.

Training Modules and Additional Resources
The Training content pdf can be downloaded from Web Courseworks upon module completion. For 2022 certification, you will not be required to complete the Sales Event module unless you are also certifying for 2021 or will be hosting local area marketing events representing Medical Mutual. As a reminder, the educational video plays at the end of the Dos & Don’ts: Formal Educational Events module. You must remain on the first slide of the video for at least one minute. We recommend watching the entire video, however you will have the option to stop the video and complete the module.

Interested in growing your Medical Mutual Medicare book of business? We are here to help!

We have a large portfolio of marketing pieces such as fliers, letters, postcards, banners, advertisements and brochures. Nearly all of these materials are available for personalizing with your agency logo and contact information.

Whether you are marketing during AEP or to a Turning 65 audience, we have the right materials for you. Simply click here to view samples of all that is available to market to your prospects. Please watch out for upcoming product meetings in your region.

 

If you have any questions regarding Medical Mutual of Ohio’s 2020 certification process, please contact your CSM SERVICE REP.

How To: Transition from Med Supp to Dental Sale with Mutual of Omaha

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Transition Seamlessly from a Med Supp to Dental Sale with Mutual of Omaha!

Senior-age clients you’re meeting with about a Medicare supplement policy may also have a need for dental insurance. It’s now easier than ever for you to transition from a Med supp to dental sale.

Here’s how:
• The client’s information on the Med supp app automatically populates for a dental app when you use our e-application
• Payment methods also transfer to the dental app

It’s that simple! Use our e-applications today and see how easy it is to make a Medicare supplement and dental sale.

Use These Materials to Target Dental Prospects
Looking for a way to target potential dental insurance customers? Here are the available marketing materials that can assist in your marketing efforts.

• Consumer brochure – provides an overview of our two dental insurance products
• Prospecting postcard- mail to Medicare-age prospects who might have a need for dental insurance
• Prospecting letter- send to current Medicare supplement clients

BONUS!!! Earn $$$ for Your Dental Insurance Business

Earn up to $500 for dental insurance business issued May 15 through July 15, 2021. Submit your dental insurance apps today and get ready to celebrate!
Learn More About the Cash for Apps Contest

 

 

UCT Med Supp Cash Bonus

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UCT’s CASH IS UP FOR GRABS

Effective June 17 through September 1, 2021, UCT will pay a $50 bonus for each new business Medicare Supplement application issued.

Read the full bonus details here, and click here to ask about contracting with UCT today!

MDLIVE Joins the Cigna Team

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Cigna announcement from 6/3/21:

While telemedicine visits have been an option for patients for several years, 2020 saw virtual appointments increase by more than 50 percent. While COVID-19 is a big cause of such a dramatic increase, it’s safe to say virtual care is a comfortable and convenient option that is preferable for many patients even as we move out of the pandemic.

As Cigna works to make health care simple, affordable and predictable, aligning with a virtual care company is a logical step.

We’re excited that MDLIVE is becoming part of our team here at Cigna. With this acquisition we are combining our shared vision and passion for changing health care for the better.

MDLIVE is a great choice for your customers to receive 24/7 access to care for more than 80 minor medical conditions from the comfort of their own homes. Plus, the costs for your customers associated with using telemedicine versus an urgent care clinic for these minor issues make virtual visits an even better option!

We are very excited to welcome MDLIVE to our team here at Cigna. Stay tuned for more information as we integrate the MDLIVE team into our Cigna family and look to add more virtual services soon.

 

If you have any questions about the acquisition, please contact your CSM representative.

CMS Announces Long-Awaited Medicare Plan Finder Improvements

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Sourced from: Medicarerights.org 

CMS has announced plans to improve and update the Medicare Plan Finder (MPF) and the Health Plan Management System (HPMS). HPMS is the system that Medicare Advantage and Part D plans use to provide data about their plan offerings to Medicare, and the MPF is the online tool that allows beneficiaries to evaluate, compare, and enroll in those plans. The changes will be in place for the start of the Medicare Open Enrollment Period starting on October 15 for 2022 plans.

 

VIEW COMPLETE ARTICLE 

CMS: 2022 Max Broker Commissions for MA & Medicare Part D

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Medicare Advantage commissions will increase 6.31% in 2022! 

Each year, CMS publishes the Fair Market Value (FMV) amounts for initial and renewal compensation.

The amounts for 2022 plan years for Medicare Advantage and PDP are as follows:

READ FULL CMS RELEASE HERE

If you have any questions please reach out to your Cornerstone Senior Marketing representative. 

Ohio Aetna Better Health Update

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OHIO AETNA BETTER HEALTH: Agents selling in Ohio may receive an email notification from Aetna about termination of an Aetna Better Health Inc. appointment.  No action is required. The terminations result from Aetna not having any Medicare products in Ohio under the Aetna Better Health Inc. legal entity and the Accident & Health line of business.  There is no impact to the status of your Aetna producer agreement, compensation payments, or ready-to-sell status.

 

If you have any follow up questions, please contact Cornerstone Senior Marketing’s contracting department.