5 reactions to Aetna-Humana merger

Originally Posted to BenefitsPro | JUL 07, 2015 | BY KATHRYN MAYER   Photo: Associated Press Late last week, it was announced that Aetna Inc. agreed to buy Humana Inc. for $37 billion in cash and stock to broaden its health care coverage. The news has big ramifications. BenefitsPro asked some industry experts about what the merger—and rumors of subsequent … Read more

LifeHealthPro: 42 Reasons to Love Being an Insurance Agent

Originally Posted to LifeHealthPro | SEP 26, 2014 | BY PAUL WILSON, VANESSA DE LA ROSA Attendees of the 2014 Advisor Network Summit in Las Vegas were presented with a deluge of sales tips, sound bites and statistics. From inspirational quotes to regulatory predictions to nuts-and-bolts discussions about the products themselves, there was something for everyone. On the following pages, … Read more

Omaha Insurance Company: New Household Discount on MedSupp in KY

More of your clients in Kentucky may qualify for Medicare Supplements with Omaha Insurance Company. A new 12% household discount on MedSupp is now available. Additional information and downloads below: -New discount requires policyholder to live with their spouse or another adult, aged 60 or older-The spouse/partner does not have to be a policyholder-Simplified eligibility requirements … Read more

Anthem: New Employer and Employee Applications for Kentucky Small Group

New Employer and Employee applications are available for Kentucky Small Group. Applications include Anthem’s new HMO and Silver plans, effective October 1, 2015. Click below to view and save the updated applications. Questions? Contact Tanya@agent-link.net Kentucky Small Group: Employer ApplicationKentucky Small Group: Employee Application

Humana: Notification Regarding Minimal Essential Coverage (MEC) and SSN Outreach

Agent and Broker Notification Regarding Minimal Essential Coverage (MEC) and SSN Outreach The IRS requirement for code section 6055 states that insurance carriers must supply the IRS with key information on each covered individual. This information includes, but is not limited to, Name, Social Security Number (SSN) or Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and the months in which … Read more

Updates to Rapid Builder IUL

North American Company has just announced the addition of some great new features to their Rapid Builder IUL. These improvements include: -Up to 4 Commission Options-Chronic, Critical and Terminal Illness Accelerated Benefits-.75% Interest Rate Bonus – Year 16+-13 Index Selections-Systematic Premium Allocation-Guaranteed Insurability Rider If you have questions or need help running an illustration, contact Nick@agent-link.net  … Read more

Certification Details: AHIP, Anthem, United Healthcare

Certification is just around the corner. Here are some important dates and details for AHIP, Anthem, and United Healthcare. AHIP: Certification available June 22, 2015America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) certification, and AHIP re-certification, will be accepted in place of 2016 Medicare Basics, 2016 Medicare Advantage Plans, and 2016 Medicare Part D Plans. Take the AHIP course directly from the AHIP … Read more

Indiana Brokers: Great additional offering for your HSA clients

A helpful tip for Indiana Brokers: Looking for additional options for your HSA clients? Consider Financial Center’s HSA accounts for employers and employees. Financial Center’s HSA:-Accounts are free to both employers and employees, with payroll direct deposit (no set-up, monthly, or annual fees)-On-site enrollment support is available, with information provided to employees on the account … Read more

RETRACTION OF PREVIOUS POST “ATTENTION: New Agency Requirements for Federally Facilitated Marketplace Registration and Certification

The post below was shared on Monday, June 8 2015. PLEASE DISREGARD THIS INFORMATION AS ONE OF OUR KEY CARRIERS PROVIDED INACCURATE DETAILS. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE!!! Please contact health@agent-link.net with any questions ____________________________________________________________________________CMS now requires agents AND agencies to be certified to sell with the FFM in order to receive carrier commissions. If you … Read more

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