A rate adjustment for Alabama has been approved. There is an 7% rate increase for Plans G & N. There will be a 9% rate increase on all other plans. Click here to view / print the new rates. The rates are effective for any new business with a signature date of August 1, 2017 or later requesting an effective date of August 1, 2017 or later. Please refer to the points below to determine which rates should be applied for new applications: All Medicare Supplement applications requesting an effective date before August 1, 2017 will receive the current 9-1-16
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Manhattan Life: Rate Adjustment for Illinois
A rate adjustment for Illinois has been approved. There is an 8% rate increase for Plans A, C & F. There is a 7% rate increase for Plan G. There is a 5% rate increase for Plan N. All other plans have a 0% rate increase. Click here to view / print the new rates. The rates are effective for any new business with a signature date of August 1, 2017 or later requesting an effective date of August 1, 2017 or later. Please refer to the points below to determine which rates should be applied for new applications: All
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Sentinel Independence Day Holiday Office Hours
Holiday Office Hours It’s time for picnics, ice cream, fireworks, and holidays! Our administrative offices will be closed all day on Tuesday, July 4, 2017 in observance of Independence Day. We will resume normal business hours on Wednesday, July 5, 2017. Commissions that would have been paid on July 4th will be paid on July 5th per our regular schedule. #goldencareagent #sentinel
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Sentinel Underwriting Tip
Methotrexate Methotrexate is an immunosuppressant medication. It may be prescribed to treat cancers, forms of arthritis, and psoriasis. Methotrexate use is of underwriting concern. Below are some conditions that when treated with this medication, or combination of this medication, are a decline for Medicare Supplement coverage. Osteoarthritis treated with any dosage of Methotrexate Rheumatoid arthritis treated with any dosage of Methotrexate and Prednisone Rheumatoid arthritis treated with more than 25 mg/week of Methotrexate #goldencareagent #sentinel
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A.M. Best Revises GTL’s Issuer Credit Rating Outlook
A.M. Best Revises Issuer Credit Rating Outlook to Positive for Guarantee Trust Life Insurance Company June 09, 2017 “OLDWICK, N.J. –(BUSINESS WIRE)— A.M. Best has revised the outlook to positive from stable for the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of B++ (Good) and the Long-Term ICR of “bbb” of Guarantee Trust Life Insurance Company (GTL) (Glenview, IL). The Credit Rating (rating) outlook for the FSR remains stable. The revised Long-Term ICR outlook reflects GTL’s strong risk-adjusted capitalization levels, its position as a niche player in the senior market and trend of favorable
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Independence Day Office Closing
Mutual of Omaha and its affiliates (United of Omaha, Companion Life Insurance Company, United World) will be closed on Monday, July 3rd and Tuesday, July 4th for Independence Day. Below are the cut-off dates and times and the adjusted pay schedules. Holiday Pay Calculation Schedule Med Supp E-App & All Life Cutoff 3:00 PM Health Cutoff (excluding LTC) 3:00 PM Long Term Care Cutoff 3:00 PM Direct Deposit (EFT) Available Independence Day, Monday 7/3/2017 & Tuesday 7/4/2017 Friday 6/30/2017 Friday 6/30/2017 Wednesday 6/28/2017 Thursday 6/29/2017 Monday 7/3/2017 Weekly and holiday pay schedules are also available on the Sales Professional Access
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Medicare Supplement News – Omaha Family of Companies
New Application Release in PA and TX Effective June 24, 2017, you may begin using our new Medicare supplement application in Pennsylvania, underwritten by Mutual of Omaha and in Texas, underwritten by United World. Modernized Rate Adjustment Modernized Rate Adjustments in TN, TX, and WA are effective August 1, 2017. Modernized Rate Release Please view details for the Modernized Rate Release in AZ, CT, IA, MI, ND, SC, WV, LA, MO, RI, NJ, and MN. #goldencareagent #mutualofomaha
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GTL Website Maintenance on 6/25
Sunday, June 25, 2017 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM CST On Sunday, June 25, 2017 from 8 AM – 10 AM CST, GTL’s website will be under maintenance and will not be available. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Contact GTL’s Sales Support with any questions: 1-800-323-6907 or agency@gtlic.com #goldencareagent #gtl
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GTL E-App Refresh!
GTL’s e-App has gotten a Facelift! In our continued effort to offer the best user experience, we launched some big changes to our e-App to help you access apps and supplies faster and easier. Our Agent Portal will also reflect these changes soon. To see these great new changes, please update the e-App from the App Store or Google Play for your Apple or Android devices. Login screen updated for easier usability and registration. Home screen reorgantized for easier navigation. Contact GTL’s Sales Support with any questions at 1-800-323-6907 or agency@gtlic.com. GTL E-App Refresh! #goldencareagent #GTL
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Do you sell Medicare Supps or Medicare Advantage/PDP?
If you sell Medicare Supplements or Medicare Advantage/PDP, CSG Actuarial is an invaluable, must-have tool! Guest Speaker Brien Welch will be joining us to provide a live demonstration, providing explanations on how product & pricing changes are handled, how often rates are updated, and where plan specs and market data are obtained for use on the tool. Get insider tips & techniques for making the most of this sales tool! Register today by clicking below: Thurs, June 29, 2017 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM CDT Attend to find out how you can access this tool for FREE! Read Full Invitation
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