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Mutual of Omaha: Med Supp
Broker Bonus Program - 2019

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Mutual of Omaha 2020 Medicare Advantage
and Part D Market Overview Released

Mutual of Omaha Medicare Advantage and Part D Market Overview Released

They’re here!! Mutual of Omaha Medicare Advantage Company (MOMAC), Omaha Health Insurance Company (OHIC) and Medicare Advantage Insurance Company of Omaha (MAICO) market overview information has been posted on Forms & Materials on Sales Professional Access (SPA) www.mutualofomaha.com/broker.  This is your opportunity for a sneak peek at the service areas, provider networks and benefits that are anticipated for Plan Year 2020.  You won’t want to miss out on this!

Because plan information is pending CMS bid approval, these documents are available as download only. Also, keep in mind, plan design and service areas are pending government approval and are subject to change. The posted material is for producer use only and cannot be shared with the general public.

AHIP and Product Training

America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) Certification, Medicare Advantage product training and Part D Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) product training is now available on SPA: www.mutualofomaha.com/broker

• Medicare Advantage – The certification and training links will appear on the MA product page.  To access simply go to Products > Medicare Solutions > Medicare Advantage
• Prescription Drug Plans – Both of the links appear on the PDP product page. Go to Products > Medicare Solutions > Prescription Drug Plans
• Please note: If you are taking Medicare Advantage training for the Denver market, you will see a banner that advises you that the product is not available. This is because the new market is pending CMS approval of plan benefits. You can still take the training

Even better, your AHIP Certification results can now be submitted electronically to Mutual of Omaha. No need to fax or mail your certificate. If you have completed the assessment using another carrier, you can still have the results conveniently sent to us. Just navigate to the AHIP site using the link on SPA.  You will find instructions on how to transmit your results electronically. You will not have to pay or take the assessment again.

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It’s time to get Ready to Sell for 2020 Medicare Products

Get Ready to Sell our Medicare Advantage and PDP products in just 3 easy steps!!  Start the process today.

1. Contract to sell Mutual of Omaha’s Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plans.
2. Successfully complete the 2020 America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) annual certification course that meets the requirements established by The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
3. Successfully complete the 2020      Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug training courses.  There is no cost to take the courses.

That’s all there is to it!

Re-contracting for Mutual of Omaha’s MA market expansion

If you are currently contracted for Medicare Advantage through Mutual of Omaha Medicare Advantage Company (MOMAC), a Medicare Advantage Insurance Company of Omaha (MAICO) Amendment will be required if you are planning to sell outside the current MOMAC markets. This new company is for Medicare Advantage plans rolling out this year in the following markets: Denver, Dallas/Fort Worth and El Paso.

And remember, to earn renewal compensation you will need to be Ready-to-Sell for the plan year compensation is to be paid.

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Ready to Sell Guidelines

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Mutual of Omaha: Med Supp Broker Bonus Program

From July 1st through September 30th, you'll earn cash just for selling Mutual of Omaha's Medicare supplement products. All it takes is a minimum of five issued apps in a month to be eligible for the bonus that will pay for Plans F, G and N issued in the states listed in the official rules.

Here's what you can earn in most states:

• $150 for each issued Underwritten policy
• $30 for each issued Open Enrollment policy

Want to know more? Download the official rules for details on how the program works, including participating states, eligible plans and payment of bonuses. Payouts may vary by state.

Don't pass up the opportunity to put some extra cash in your pocket!

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Mutual of Omaha: 2019 High Deductible G Fliers

Effective July 1, 2019, Mutual of Omaha is pleased to announce the availability of a High Deductible Plan G for effective dates of January 1, 2020 or later in GA, IA, IL, KS, KY, MI, SC, SD, and RI.

We now have High Deductible Plan G fliers* available to order.  These fliers are intended to supplement the current consumer brochure in your state.

* Illinois and Kentucky fliers have been filed and upon approval will be released.

Marketing Materials
The above fliers are available to order TODAY through normal channels and can be viewed and downloaded on Sales Professional Access (SPA – www.mutualofomaha.com/broker) Forms and Materials.

Not appointed with Mutual? Request details here.

It is never too early to start planning for your Medicare clients that will be ageing into Medicare beginning January 1, 2020. And with Mutual's policy that allow individuals aging-in to purchase a Medicare supplement six months prior to their effective date of coverage, you can begin selling to these individuals as early as July 1, 2019.

Medicare changes coming effect January 1, 2020 from the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA) offers you the opportunity to provide your clients with a new Medicare supplement plan option.  That new option is a High Deductible Plan G and this plan will be available to any individual purchasing a Medicare supplement with an effective date of January 1, 2020 or later.

Effective July 1, 2019, Mutual of Omaha is pleased to announce the availability of a High Deductible Plan G for effective dates of January 1, 2020 or later in the following states:

Be assured we have filed the High Deductible Plan G in the other states and upon approval we will make it available to you for sale.

High Deductible Plan G*

• Pays the same benefits as a Plan G once the annual plan deductible is met – 2019 annual deductible is $2,300
• Does not cover the Part B deductible amount – 2019 Part B deductible is $185
• Part B deductible counts toward the annual deductible amount

*Deductibles are subject to change January 1^st each year.

Application Options:

e-App
As of July 1, the High Deductible Plan G will be available on the Medicare supplement e-App and to quote on the Mutual quoting app.

Paper
The application books with the outline of coverage that includes High Deductible Plan G rates are available to order TODAY through normal channels and can be viewed and downloaded on Sales Professional Access (SPA – www.mutualofomaha.com/broker) Forms and Materials.

For additional information of the 2020 MACRA changes and help in discussing these changes with your clients – click here for An Agent’s Guide to MACRA.

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Earn June 1 - September 30

For a limited time, you can earn marketing credits just for placing your dental insurance business with Mutual of Omaha.

You can earn the following credits for your issued dental applications for up to 600 total credits:

• 30 credits for 1-2 issued dental apps
• 60 credits for 3-4 issued dental apps
• 90 credits for 5-6 issued dental apps
• 150 credits for 7 or more issued apps

Each marketing credit gives you $1 to help build your Mutual of Omaha Medicare supplement business. Use your credits for things like:

• Leads
• Postage for mailings
• Office supplies that allow you to use our electronic tools (i.e., computer, laptop, tablet or smart phone)
• Advertising, and more

You'll receive monthly emails - July through October - with your current balance. You may redeem your credits at any time during the program. All credits must be redeemed by December 1.

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Mutual of Omaha Sales Leaders:
Electric London - March 19-24, 2020

How can you experience the electricity of London? Place qualifying business with Mutual of Omaha during 2019 and become a Mutual Sales Leader — and join us for a brilliant time in England.

2019 QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS
MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT AND DENTAL/VISION PRODUCTS

Qualification Period | January 1 through December 31, 2019
• Business must be net issued between January 1 and December 31, 2019
• All issued policies must be placed and premium collected and received by Mutual of Omaha by January 15, 2020
• Qualifiers will be determined after January 20, 2020

Eligible Business | Medicare Supplement and Dental/Vision products

Production Requirement | 275,000 production credits (Based on net-issued business and measured in annualized new business premium)

For Complete Details | Download a copy of the official qualification requirements at mutualsalesleaders.com

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Request details here or call us at 800-998-7715 to ask for an online contracting link.

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