Underwriting Questions FAQ (COVID-19) Last updated 03/25/2020 How are we underwriting COVID cases? Applicants positive for COVID 19 will be postponed. We will reconsider coverage 3 months after a negative test for COVID 19. Is Thrivent waiving underwriting requirements due to COVID 19? We are not waiving any underwriting requirements at this time. What if during policy delivery while completing the Statement of Good Health, it’s learned that the insured has tested positive to COVID-19 since the initial application? Client will need to wait until 90 days after being fully recovered at which time they can re-apply. Are we taking
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OneAmerica Care Solutions News
Supporting our partners and customers Our Response to COVID-19 We hope you and those closest to you are doing well as the COVID-19 outbreak continues to affect businesses and communities throughout the country and across the world. OneAmerica has long been in the business of helping individuals and businesses plan for the future and protect themselves during uncertain times, and this is no exception. As the outbreak of COVID-19 continues and knowing that this situation will continue to evolve over the coming weeks, we want to make sure you’re aware of the steps we’re taking to protect our associates, customers
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Important Information Regarding LTC Underwriting and New Business
LTC Underwriting and New Business have received several inquiries for processing alternatives in light of the current situation. The e-Application located on Sales Professional Access remains the best means to submit an application and reduce amendments; however, this email provides information on the following topics: NEW: Email submission of applications and requirements NEW: LTC Policy output options Accepted ways of accepting electronic signatures for new business processing The status of our new business vendors NOTE: This information pertains exclusively to the long-term care product portfolio. Email Submission of LTC Applications Starting on March 27, 2020 LTC paper applications and
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Important Information Regarding the Underwriting of Pending Apps
As COVID-19 cases increase within the United States and around the world, Mutual of Omaha is issuing the following underwriting guidance on new and pending applications for life and health products, effective immediately (Note: Health products include Accidental Death, Long-Term Care, Disability Income, Critical Illness, Cancer, and Heart Attack & Stroke. This does NOT apply to Med Supp applications.): If the proposed insured or any member of his or her household has traveled or resided outside of the United States within the past 30 days, the application will be postponed until 30 days following their return. If the proposed insured
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Our Underwriting and Case Management Staff are Here for You
Our LTC Underwriting and New Business teams are fully staffed, working remotely and actively accepting and processing your LTCi applications. The e-Application located on Sales Professional Access remains the best means to submit an application and reduce amendments. View the Quick-Start Guide to get started. Our vendors are working to capacity with no delays in issuing or mailing policies; however, due to social distancing, self-imposed quarantine and prioritizing patient care, we are experiencing some delays in face-to-face interviews and obtaining APS’s. That said, we will remain flexible by working with you on keeping your cases open and processing your business.
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Important Information Regarding Underwriting and New Business
Underwriting and New Business have received several inquiries for processing alternatives in light of the current situation. This article provides information on the following topics: NEW: We are now allowing fully-underwritten IUL policies to be submitted using Speed eTicket (drop ticket) and using Accelerated Underwriting The status of our new business vendors Accepted ways of accepting electronic signatures for new business processing Email submission of applications and requirements Policy output options NOTE: This information pertains to our Life and Health product lines, excluding Long-Term Care, Medicare Supplement and Prescription Drug Plan (PDP). We will engage our partners at LTCG for
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How to Safely Conduct Business
As we shared with you on March 16, 2020, Mutual of Omaha is practicing social distancing to help protect the health and safety of our associates and ensure uninterrupted service to our customers and you. We encourage you to also do your part to slow the spread of the coronavirus. You’re likely rethinking how you can keep yourself and others safe in a business that’s built on relationships with people and, most often, face-to-face interactions. Mutual of Omaha is offering suggestions on how to continue your business in today’s environment while keeping both you and your clients safe and healthy.
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Important Information Regarding LTC Underwriting and New Business
From the Desk of Marty Johnson LTC Underwriting and New Business have received several inquiries for processing alternatives in light of the current situation. The e-Application located on Sales Professional Access remains the best means to submit an application and reduce amendments; however, this email provides information on the following topics: NEW: Email submission of applications and requirements NEW: LTC Policy output options Accepted ways of accepting electronic signatures for new business processing The status of our new business vendors NOTE: This information pertains exclusively to the long-term care product portfolio. Email Submission of LTC Applications Starting on March
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Important Information Regarding the Underwriting of Pending Applications
From the Desk of Marty Johnson As COVID-19 cases increase within the United States and around the world, Mutual of Omaha is issuing the following underwriting guidance on new and pending applications for life and health products (Accidental Death, Long-Term Care, Disability Income, Critical Illness, Cancer, and Heart Attack & Stroke), effective immediately: If the proposed insured or any member of his or her household has traveled or resided outside of the United States within the past 30 days, the application will be postponed until 30 days following their return. If the proposed insured or any member of his or
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COVID-19 Notice for NM Residents Applying for an LTC Rider
Due to the recent spread of COVID-19, effective immediately, New Mexico is requiring an additional notice if the Long-Term Care Rider is sold with an IUL policy. The attached notice must be included and left with the client. Our Long-Term Care Rider application kits have been updated to include the new notice. If you have any New Mexico Long-Term Care Rider application packets already printed, please also include this notice. This notification impacts New Mexico only, no other states. Current policyholders in New Mexico who have an IUL policy with a Long-Term Care Rider will also be sent this notification.
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