Mutual of Omaha and its affiliates (United of Omaha and United World) will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29, 2019, for the Thanksgiving holiday. Thanksgiving Office Closing #goldencareagent #mutualofomaha #thanksgiving
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Illinois Partnership Active Exchange
In October, customers with eligible policies meeting Illinois partnership requirements received notification letters informing them their LTC policy is partnership qualified. Customers with LTC13 policies not qualifying for the passive partnership exchange may choose to participate in an active exchange. An active exchange requires policyholder(s) to apply for a coverage change, modifying coverage to meet state inflation protection requirements. Both a new application and the “National Partnership Exchange Cover Letter” are required to be completed and submitted with the application to be treated as a coverage exchange. There will be full underwriting on the increased coverage. Letters notifying customers of
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Phone Health Interview (PHI) Hours
This past Spring we extended our client phone interview hours to give your clients more flexibility to complete their health interview. Our client interview team, (800) 775-3000, stays open 1-hour longer Monday-Thursday and is also open on Saturdays. Let your clients know they can call us later in the evening or even on a Saturday – whatever works best for their schedule. Operating Hours (Effective 3/4/19) Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.(CST) Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (CST) Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (CST) If you have questions, please contact your Sales Director or Account
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EssentialLTC Product Updates – November 2019
A NEW WAY to Electronically Sign Applications Effective immediately, agents who have access to their own electronic signature program may use it to submit an EssentialLTC application via the Upload Documents function in the Agent Resource Center at www.ngl-essentialltc.com. Previously, electronic signatures were only accepted if an EssentialLTC application was submitted through the EssentialLTC E-APP process. Detailed Announcement See the detailed announcement for: Specific electronic signature requirements Examples of electronic signatures that will not be accepted Who to call with questions How to Learn More Contact NGL’s Sales Support Team at (888) 505-2332 or status@ngl-essentialLTC.com. #goldencareagent #ngl
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A Better Solution than Relying on Family
As people age, it’s natural to need a little help with life’s everyday activities. Most children will step in to lend a hand. But becoming a full-time caregiver for an aging parent is more difficult than many people think. TODAY’S REALITY Children typically have their own family and career obligations. Adding the role of caregiver to an already hectic day can take a toll – physically, financially and emotionally. It’s not unusual for caregivers to ignore their own health, often becoming ill themselves A child may have to take time off or quit a job altogether in order to care
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The Changing Landscape of Long-Term Care Planning
LTCi Remains Firmly Rooted as Viable Option When it comes to planning for LTC, consumers have more choices than ever before. But if they’re looking for the least expensive option, more comprehensive and generous benefits and other features like care coordination and inflation protection, then a traditional LTCi policy may be their best option. Traditional Policy Advantages: The least expensive way to fund long-term care services, providing strong value for the consumer Benefits are more comprehensive and generous than those provided by combined products Flexible policies provide coverage during the progression of care Provides known coverage amounts on day one
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Underwriting Operation: Interview with Chris
Go behind the scenes with Chris Klement. We hope our video series introducing you to some of our underwriters has been helpful. Knowing who’s on the other end of the phone, trying to help you get your clients covered, can be reassuring. This time, we’re introducing you to Chris Klement. He enjoys building relationships with our distribution and thinks of himself as an extension of your salesforce and helping to get the policies issued. In Chris’s words, he’s your “wild card” who can help problem-solve when challenging cases arise. Take a moment to meet Chris – the wild card up
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Good News | CMS Announces 2020 Copay & Deductibles
CMS Has Announced The 2020 Copy and Deductibles The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced their 2020 Copay/Deductibles. Listed below are basic costs for people with Medicare. 2020 Copay/Deductibles 2019 2020 Part A Deductible $1,364 $1,408 Part B Deductible $185 $198 Part A Coinsurance Days 61 — 90 $341 $352 Days 91 — 150 (Lifetime Reserve Days*) $682 $704 Skilled Nursing Home Days 21 — 100 $170.50 $176.50 Standard Part B Monthly Premium $135.50 $144.60 High Deductible Plans F & G $2,300 $2,340 Plan K Out of Pocket $5,560 $5,880 Plan L Out of Pocket $2,780 $2,940
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“Three Ways to Protect Yourself from the Cost of Nursing Home Care”
“Three Ways to Protect Yourself from the Cost of Nursing Home Care,” by Jeffrey Marshall, Marshall, Parker & Weber, LLC “This article will discuss three techniques that elder law attorneys use to help families protect themselves against the financial cost of long-term care once the need for that care has arisen. These strategies are just part of the planning arsenal that is available. They can be used in a time of crisis. But, of course, it is best to plan early, rather than wait for a crisis to happen. … Using assets to pay off debts and expenses … Buying
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“Medicare Part B Premiums Rise 7% In 2020, With Premiums For Highest-Income Couples Nearing $12,000 A Year”
“Medicare Part B Premiums Rise 7% In 2020, With Premiums For Highest-Income Couples Nearing $12,000 A Year,” by Ashlea Ebeling, Forbes “The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has announced Medicare Part B premiums for 2020, and the base premium increases nearly 7% from $135.50 a month to $144.60 a month. That $9.10 monthly increase compares to a modest $1.50 monthly increase last year. Meanwhile high earners are still getting used to income-related surcharges that kicked into higher gear in 2018, and those have been bumped up again too. The wealthiest senior couples will be paying nearly $12,000 a year in Medicare
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Clippings, Industry News, and Long-Term Care.
