It’s without question that the cost of healthcare will rise in the coming years. Helping your clients fight inflation is a great way to ensure they have the coverage needed as they age. Inflation Protection The current maximum monthly benefit and remaining policy limit increase annually by the percentage the insured selects The increase occurs on each policy anniversary date for the length of time the insured selects – either for the life of the policy or for a limited period of time Inflation Protection Buy-Up Option The buy-up option is only available on MutualCare® Custom Solution policies Each year,
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Great News! Automatic Bill Pay is Accessible
Beginning August 7, 2023, existing policyholders will be able to sign up for Automatic Bill Pay for all modes (monthly, quarterly, semi-annually, or annually) in various ways. For policies issued between 1987 and 2003 Policyholders can log in to Customer Access and complete their billing mode change under the “Billing” tab or Call Customer Service at 1-877-845-0872 to request mode changes For policies issued 2004 and later Policyholders can complete and return the Benefit Change Request Form and Electronic Funds Transfer Authorization along with a voided check or Call Customer Service at 1-800-921-9334 to request mode changes Please note, Automatic
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LTC Sales Contest — Earn a Bonus!
An LTC Sales Bonus Is Within Reach! There’s nothing quite like earning a bonus. Knowing that you did what it takes to go above and beyond to earn a little extra for yourself feels really good. And in this case, you’ll also feel good knowing that you’re helping protect your clients from the unexpected financial burden that can result from not having long-term care insurance. It’s a win-win! So get excited, because a bonus is within your reach! We’re having an LTC Sales contest that can help you earn yourself a 5% bonus! Here’s what you need to know: Only
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Understand Elimination Periods
Lets talk about elimination periods. Its important for clients to understand long-term care insurance ins and outs and the benefit options available to them. Helping your clients understand the different types of elimination periods is key. Explain the terms: Elimination period — The short answer is, “waiting period.” It’s how long a policyholder has to wait until their coverage goes into effect. The elimination period countdown begins once the policyholder has begun receiving LTC services. Service day elimimnation period — This means only the days when the policyholder receives covered services can go towards the elimination period. Calendar day elimination
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Why look at Thrivent when prescreening your client’s health?
Why look at Thrivent when prescreening your client’s health? Few carriers publish preferred rate class guidelines. Thrivent considers all applicants for a preferred rate, and the underwriting guide outlines the preferred health criteria. Thrivent doesn’t auto-decline based on someone being declined by another carrier. (If declined elsewhere though, prescreening health with an underwriter is a must) Read on for Preferred health guidelines and build chart. Preferred Underwriting Checklist Page 5 of the Underwriting Guide All applications are considered for preferred issue, but the criteria below can help determine whether your client may qualify for the preferred risk class. We recommend
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Thrivent LTCi issues 4% more policies at preferred health than a leading competitor
Thrivent LTCi issues 4% more policies at preferred health than a leading competitor In July’s Broker World magazine, the Milliman Long Term Care Insurance Survey showed that 23% of Thrivent policies are issued with our preferred health discount, while a leading competitor only issues 19% as preferred. Distribution of Policies By Rate Class Full LTCi Survey #goldencareagent #thrivent #ltc
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Care Coordination Provides Real Value for Families
The need for long-term care can come on fast or over time. Family members often need help in finding appropriate care for loved ones. Help your clients understand how it works: The insured or a trusted family member calls the toll-free number in the policy to initiate a claim. A care coordinator contacts the insured or the family member to assess the need for long-term care services. The care coordinator then develops a personalized plan of care and helps to arrange for services. The care coordinator continues to monitor the insured’s progress and the quality of care received. Check out
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Streamlining our new EFT/PAC process
Streamlining our new EFT/PAC process As a reminder, a new improved Electronic Funds Transfer/Pre-Authorized Check (EFT/PAC) form is now available to help get policies placed and delivered faster and easier than before! This Pre-Authorized Check (PAC) Premium Payment Service form can be utilized at time of application or during the application process to obtain applicant approval of either or both of the following to occur: Request that a one-time electronic funds transfer occur to pay for premium due as a delivery requirement should a policy be issued. Request ongoing PAC premium on active cases for premiums they become due. Online
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You Asked and We Listened – UW Guideline Changes at MOO
From the Desk of Amanda Blackburn We previously communicated updates to our Underwriting Guidelines. As a friendly reminder, we were pleased to announce the following changes to Medical Marijuana and Family History of Dementia: Family History of Dementia with one parent, sibling (biological parents or siblings) of any form of Dementia, including but not limited to Alzheimer’s (cognitive disorder, impaired reasoning, memory issues) will be eligible for select class with maximum pool of $300k and monthly benefit of $10k. (We no longer limit the monthly benefit to 5k) Medical Marijuana users will be eligible for coverage at select class if
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Inforce LTCI Rate Adjustments Effective October 1, 2023
Mutual of Omaha actively monitors our inforce long-term care business, filing rate adjustments when necessary to ensure we keep our promises to policyholders and remain competitive in the marketplace. We will be implementing the following inforce rate adjustments effective October 1, 2023. *The state of Rhode Island requires a 90-day notification period for all policyholders. Therefore, the effective date for the affected RI policies indicated below will be November 1, 2023. For details on yearly rate adjustment percentages, view the supplemental grid here. Impacted Forms Impacted States LTC04G Arizona & Rhode Island LTC04I Arizona & Rhode Island LTC04I7 Arizona &
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