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Global Atlantic: SecureFore Fixed Annuity Enhancements

We would like to take this opportunity to inform you that as of December 21, 2020, we launched enhancements to the SecureFore product suite. Here are some of the key highlights: 10% (of premium) as a free withdrawal amount in contract year 1 No changes to free withdrawals starting in year 2 Premium Banding Crediting... Read m...
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GILICO: Processing Cut-Off Dates

For Distributions: To complete distributions by Dec. 31, 2020, GILICO’s Home Office must receive requests in good order  by Dec. 23, 2020.   For incomplete requests (NIGO), or requests received after Dec 23, we will strive to complete by December 31st, but cannot guarantee.   For New Business: GILICO Home Office must receive new business... Read more...
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Humana: Healthy Foods Card Benefit Expires December 31st

As a reminder, all funds on 2020 Healthy Foods Cards will expire 12/31/2020. Below are helpful facts to help guide any conversations you may have with your clients regarding their HFC benefit: Any unused funds that remain on HFC’s will be forfeited by members if not used by 12/31/2020 – no funds will roll over to 2021. All card... Read more…

American Equity: Suitability Acknowledgement

Effective Jan. 1, 2021, we will require a new Suitability Acknowledgement form*.  The form is available for immediate use.  Previous versions of the Suitability Acknowledgement form will not be accepted as of Jan. 1, 2021.* In addition to the new form requirement noted above, we will continue to communicate and update you on specific updates... Read more…

Aetna: Open Enrollment Period Starts January 1st

During the Medicare Advantage OEP, beneficiaries who are enrolled in an MA/MAPD plan have a one-time opportunity to change plans. This election period is not available to those with Original Medicare or those enrolled in a standalone Prescription Drug Plan. Learn more.
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Aetna: Helping Members Access COVID-19-Related Care Through New and Extended Waivers

Through January 31, 2021, we’ll also waive Medicare Advantage member cost-sharing for: Inpatient admissions for treatment of COVID-19 or health complications associated with COVID-19 In-network telemedicine visits for specialist visits, which includes mental and behavioral health providers All in-network primary care visits, whether done in-office and via telehealth, for any reason We’ll also continue to waive... Read more…

Aetna: Update on Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccines

Since CMS is covering the vaccine costs, the COVID-19 vaccination will be covered at no added cost to current Aetna Medicare members. We expect that vaccine distribution will occur in phases, beginning with high-risk health workers, first responders and older adults living in long-term care facilities. It’s expected to take many months to vaccinate the... Read more…

GILICO: Processing Cut-Off Dates

For Distributions: To complete distributions by Dec. 31, 2020, GILICO’s Home Office must receive requests in good order  by Dec. 23, 2020. For incomplete requests (NIGO), or requests received after Dec 23, we will strive to complete by December 31st, but cannot guarantee.   For New Business: GILICO Home Office must receive new business requirements... Read ...
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