North Carolina Medicaid Expansion: What Health Insurance Agents Need to Know
As a health insurance agent in North Carolina, it’s important to stay updated on the latest developments regarding Medicaid expansion in the state. Medicaid is a government-funded health insurance program that provides coverage for low-income individuals and families. In recent years, there have been discussions and updates on the status of Medicaid expansion in North […]
Understanding the Impact of Recent Preventive Care Coverage Mandate Rulings on Health Insurance Plans for Employers and Individuals
As a health insurance agent, it’s essential to stay up-to-date on the latest news and changes in healthcare policy. Recently, there have been several developments that impact the healthcare industry, particularly regarding the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and preventive care coverage mandates. Here’s what you need to know: First, a judge has blocked the federal […]
Elevating Your Health Insurance Business: Unlocking Growth Opportunities with Agility Insurance Services’ Events!
Are you a health insurance agent looking to grow your business? Look no further than Agility Events! As a leading provider of insurance agency business coaching and sales training, Agility Insurance Services offers a range of dynamic online and offline events designed to help health insurance agents thrive in the competitive industry. From networking opportunities […]
3 Reasons Your Clients Should Use BasicSecure for Mortgage Protection
Help your clients protect their largest asset. For most families, their home is their largest asset and financial responsibility. What if there was an uncomplicated solution to help your client’s family remain in their home if they were to die unexpectedly? BasicSecure Fixed Universal Life Insurance is a permanent life insurance solution that can help […]
Prospecting Materials for Life Insurance Awareness Month
Life Insurance Awareness Month is fast approaching. And while this September will most likely look much different than any Life Insurance Awareness Month in the past, making sure that your clients are protected is still as important as ever. One way to connect with your clients is through personalized prospecting materials. These are available to […]
Healthcare.gov: Marketplace Webinars for Agents and Brokers
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is hosting two webinars on August 11 and August 14. SAVE MY SEAT >> The August 11 webinar will review the plan year 2021 registration and training process for those who did not complete the Marketplace registration and training requirements for plan year 2020. Agents and […]
Oscar Launches New $0 Virtual Primary Care as Part of 2021 Expansion Plans
Oscar, the first tech-driven health insurance company, today announced plans to launch its new $0 Virtual Primary Care product and expand to a total of 19 states and 47 markets in 2021. The company will offer health insurance to individuals and families in four new states and 19 new markets during the upcoming Open Enrollment […]
Molina Announces New Logo Requests for Agency Partners
Agency Partners Introducing Molina Marketplace’s Logo Request Process: We are pleased to share our new “Molina Logo Request” Process with you! This new process will make it easy for you and your agents to request the use of our Molina Logo. Submit Your Logo Request: To request the use of Molina’s logo, please follow the […]
Cigna Takes Action To Combat Systemic Racism And Improve Equality
Cigna Takes Action To Combat Systemic Racism And Improve Equity And Equality: Cigna Corporation today issued a statement on systemic racism and a commitment to equity and equality: “Racism and discrimination are destructive forces in any society,” said David Cordani, Cigna President and Chief Executive Officer. “We, as a global health service company, firmly and […]
BCBSTX Launches Financial Relief Program to Help New and Existing Insured Customers
We’ve worked closely with our customers throughout the pandemic to understand the economic and health challenges they, their employees and our communities face. Every decision we’ve made as a company during these extraordinary times is through the lens of a long-term commitment to our members and our communities, with the goal to support our customers […]
Introducing MyAdmin by Agility: All-In-One Secured and Personalized Back Office
Agility Life & Health Insurance Agents: Our insurance agent tools and platform just got better… Agility Insurance Services is proud to introduce the newest feature to our contracted insurance agents. Your very own MyAdmin by Agility with everything you need in one secure back-office location anywhere you go. There has never been a better time […]
BCBSTX Reaches Agreement with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic
Applies to: All Groups, All Markets: We have signed a new multi-year contract with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic Leaving site icon. The new agreement will provide access to value-based care for our members in the Houston area. Members in our Blue Essentials HMOSM and Blue Choice PPOSM provider networks can receive in-network care at Kelsey-Seybold Clinics starting […]
News from the Blues: Small Group Product Training
Open Enrollment: Tools for Success: Here are some essential tools for marketing and selling our 2020 qualified health plans in the individual market to existing members and new prospects. Plan Information: Get links to 2020 Plan Comparison Charts, Summaries of Benefits and Coverage and Benefit Highlights in this new flier PDF. Renewal Packets: Active members […]
BCBS: 2020 No Contribution / No Participation Option Period Starts Soon
Applies to: Small Groups: (1-50 employees) / Deadline: December 16, 2019: From Nov.1 through Dec.15, 2019, small groups purchasing ACA/Metallic plans may opt to waive participation and contribution requirements. The No Contribution/No Participation Option is available to new groups: * Applying for coverage during the annual open enrollment period * Sold during the open enrollment […]
Oscar Health Looks to Make Splash in Dallas Return
It withdrew from the market at the end of 2016, after two other insurers dropped out of the individual marketplace. Health care startup Oscar Health sold insurance in Dallas-Fort Worth for 2016, only to lose money and drop out of the market a year later. Now, the New York-based insurer is returning to North Texas […]
California To Provide Financial Boost To Help Buy Health Coverage
If you are among the Californians who buy your own health insurance, a surprise may await you as the enrollment period for 2020 coverage opens this week. Starting Jan. 1, California will become the first state to offer subsidies to middle-income people who make too much money to qualify for the federal tax credits that […]
News from the Blues for Producers: Small Groups (1-50)
READY, SET, QUOTE! 2020 ACA Small Group (1-50) new business plans are now available for quoting. The plan designs and rates for new groups can be found in Blue Access for Producers on the eSales Tools home page for Jan. 1, 2020, effective dates. If you have any questions, please contact your sales executive or […]
News from the Blues for Producers: Small Groups (1-50)
Blue Advantage HMOSM Provides State-wide Access to Doctors, Specialists: Small Groups (1-50): 2020 renewals are almost here, and Blue Advantage HMO is front and center as a cost-saving solution. Don’t let concerns about network adequacy stop your clients from taking advantage of savings opportunities. We Can Help Dispel Myths About HMOs We listened to your […]
Oscar Health Launches Biggest Obamacare Expansion Yet
Oscar Health will roll out its biggest expansion of health insurance yet, expanding to 12 new markets and six new states to sell coverage for individuals and families in 2020. Calling the expansion its “biggest market expansion ever,” Oscar’s effort comes as health insurance companies across the country make more money and better manage the […]
Centene: 2020 Health Insurance Marketplace Expansion
ST. LOUIS, Aug. 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ — Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) today announced that it is expanding its offerings in the 2020 Health Insurance Marketplace, or exchange. The company is expanding its footprint in ten markets: Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. Last year marked another year of […]