We are pleased to announce that illumifin has returned to normal service times for Phone Health Interviews (PHI). Previously, we experienced delays due to significant application volumes and the impact of holidays such as Memorial Day, Juneteenth, and the 4th of July. These factors caused interviews to be backed up by approximately three weeks. illumifin has worked diligently to address these delays, and is now back on track. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this period. illumifin Phone Health Interviews Resume Regular Service Times #goldencareagent #mutualofomaha
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Thrivent LTCi Underwriting Enhancement
Long-Term Care Underwriting Enhancement: Statement of Good Health We are pleased to announce that effective immediately, Thrivent will no longer require a signed Statement of Good Health (SOGH) to be completed by the agent and client IF the outstanding requirements (including money) are received within 60 days of the Declaration of Insurability (DOI) being completed. The SOGH form will be required in the following circumstances: If the Declaration of Insurability is greater than 60 days from date of underwriting decision If the client(s) elect to increase coverage any time after the Declaration of Insurability is completed and before the policy
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New Policy Management Tool Available in September
Today you can download a complete list of your in-force policies using Mutual of Omaha’s Book of Business tool on Sales Professional Access (SPA). We appreciate all the positive feedback on our Book of Business tool, and we are committed to offering an enhanced way of doing business with Mutual of Omaha. Life just got sweeter with a book of business display tool coming soon. The availability of viewing a PDF in the Policy Management Details Page is based on the date the PDF became available in our storage application (Mid Summer of 2020) and then by product type. The
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Reminder – Advanced Markets LinkedIn is Moving!
Reminder: We are moving! The Mutual of Omaha Advanced Markets group will no longer be updated or monitored starting September 30, 2024. We encourage all members of this group to join us on the Mutual of Omaha Brokerage Sales Facebook and LinkedIn pages to stay up-to-date with all things brokerage sales. Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/293951935405250 LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/mutual-of-omaha-brokerage-sales/ Reminder – Advanced Markets LinkedIn is Moving! #goldencareagent #mutualofomaha
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Explaining a fraternal benefit society to your clients
A new consumer-approved video helps explain how a fraternal benefits society like Thrivent is different from other types of insurers. This video will also help you with some talking points as you discuss who Thrivent is and how the company is built to serve our policyholders, not shareholders. The shareable link is: https://youtu.be/TN_5jxODULc?si=iLM_Elmrr-LrHsLN Watch Video Thrivent Fact Sheet At Thrivent, we believe money is a tool, not a goal. Driven by a higher purpose at our core, we strive to help people make the most of all they’ve been given. This consumer approved fact sheet can help you and
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How LTCi Impacts People’s Lives-Real Stories
The best way to understand how long-term care insurance can benefit your clients is through stories from our policyholders. Have you read our claims story flyer on how having a policy made a real difference for Marilyn and her daughter, Melinda? At age 80, Marilyn was living alone in the home she’d shared with her late husband. Chronic knee pain made it hard for her to get around, so family and friends pitched in to help with cooking, cleaning and driving errands. As Marilyn’s knee pain worsened, Melinda urged her mother to see a doctor. An X-ray revealed a meniscus
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Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom New Podcast
Whether you are on your daily commute, unwinding at home or staying active in the gym, you can now listen to Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom: The Podcast. Tune in to discover amazing animals and encounter exotic ecosystems, plus go behind the scenes of the TV series and hear from the experts in animal conservation. Co-Hosts Peter Gros and Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant share remarkable stories of efforts to conserve sharks, cougars, black-footed ferrets and more. Immerse yourself in the exciting world of wildlife conservation. New episodes of the podcast will air each week through October 1, 2024, so subscribe and
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Physical Therapy Underwriting Tips
Physical therapy (PT) is the treatment of physical disability, loss of functionality or pain without the use of medication, surgery or radiation. Treatment typically consists of hands-on manual manipulation, exercise and education. While there are several different types of physical therapy, LTCi underwriting focuses on the following categories: Neurologic: This type of therapy assists in the recovery from neurological conditions/events such as stroke, brain injuries and cognitive impairments, allowing for recovery from gait, ambulation and balance issues. Occupational: Occupational therapy treatments with work-related injuries. Common issues include carpal tunnel, back injuries, overexertion and falls. In addition to treating the immediate
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Condition-Related Marketing Spotlight: Breast and Prostate Cancer
1 out of 3 women and 1 out of 2 men can expect to develop cancer at some point in their life. Among the most common types of cancer in the United States are breast cancer and prostate cancer. A cancer diagnosis is common. As medical advancements continue, testing and therapies are becoming more effective in battling these diseases. With that, our underwriting criteria continue to evolve, oftentimes leading to offering more opportunities to extend coverage. Learn more in our LTC Condition-Related Marketing Flyer: Breast and Prostate Cancer. If you have any questions, please contact Mutual of Omaha’s
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NGL LTC Team Update
NGL LTC Team Update NGL is very excited to announce that Larry Moore will be rejoining NGL as Regional Vice President of Sales, with our Long Term Care division. Larry is very excited to rejoin NGL after a short absence; he brings a wealth of knowledge, years of experience and unwavering enthusiasm for long term care insurance planning. His previous successful tenure with NGL will allow him to immediately integrate into our distribution system, make a positive impact on sales and assisting our business partners with his tenacious approach to driving LTCi sales. Larry’s first day will be Monday, August
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