NGL EssentialLTC – Age Matrix Update

Update to the Age Matrix On May 21, 2021, the Age Matrix Report will be updated to display the modal premiums based on the mode chosen (Annual, Semi-Annual, Quarterly, or Monthly.) This change is a great way to discuss voluntary offerings with potential Employer Groups. To run the Age Matrix, select the plan design you want on the illustration user interface, then simply check the “Age Matrix” box on the report selection screen. This will produce a one page report with premium for all ages displayed.   Underwriting Guide updated on the ARC We’ve added more detail to the Premier
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Secure Messages from the LTC Administrative Office

Secure Messages from the LTC Administrative Office As you receive secure messages from the LTC Administrative Office, you will notice that messages you sent on the Symantec platform do not automatically save in your sent folder. If you would like to be able to save copies of messages sent on the Symantec secure email platform, you can click on “Settings” icon at the top of your screen. Then check the box that says “Save a copy of all outgoing messages in my “sent” messages folder.” Please keep in mind that if you check this box, the amount of available space
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Updated Massachusetts Medicare Documents

Updated Massachusetts Medicare Documents The commonwealth (state) of Massachusetts has revised the Massachusetts Medicare documents that must be left with applicants prior to completing the application. Effective May 14, 2021, the following changes are being implemented for Massachusetts Application documents. New Replaces A Massachusetts Consumer’s Guide to Medicare (2021) Massachusetts Bulletin for People with Medicare Guide to Choosing a Medigap Policy (2021) Guide to Health Insurance for People with Medicare (2020)   The updated documents will be available on the EssentialLTC Agent Resource Center under the Massachusetts application documents on May 14, 2021. This can be accessed by selecting the
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NGL – EssentialLTC Update

Annual Statements In the coming weeks, we will begin generating yearly statements on the anniversary date of inforce policies. The statement will provide the insured with policy information, coverage information, two privacy statements and a briefing on NGL’s financial strength. If you are the agent of record on a policy when the statement is generated, then you will receive a copy for your records.   EssentialLTC Product Introduction Guide Looking for an overview of the features and benefits that EssentialLTC can provide your clients? The EssentialLTC Product Introduction Guide provides all of this in one place. It gives a breakdown
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NGL EssentialLTC StrateCision Update

EssentialLTC Update EssentialLTC in StrateCision The enhanced version of EssentialLTC has been approved for use in StrateCision’s programs.   VitalLTC updates coming soon We are still testing the VitalLTC updates. You will be notified when the updates are complete.   1035 Exchange Flyer Don’t forget that you can fund EssentialLTC by a tax-free 1035 Exchange. Click here to download the 1035 Exchange Flyer. It gives you valuable background information on 1035 Exchanges, reasons for doing them and it shows how NGL’s EssentialLTC can be funded with a 1035 Exchange. You can also reference the Agent Guide for a full breakdown
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Updated EssentialLTC Materials

Updated EssentialLTC Materials Keep yourself up to date with all that NGL EssentialLTC has to offer with updated training materials on the Agent Resource Center. Each item is designed to help you share the benefit of this invaluable product with your clients! Here are the updated pieces: Agent Guide LTCi for Almost Any Business Premier Underwriting Guide Product Comparison Product Features and Sales Ideas Production Introduction Guide Product Summary Sales Guide State Variation Listing Worksite Process and Resources 1035 Exchange Flyer NGL is committed to the LTCi market and will continue to bring you updated training materials and consumer pieces.
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Important EssentialLTC update

Important Consumer Brochure update We are currently reworking our EssentialLTC Consumer Brochure to reflect the April 1, 2021 product enhancements. Effective on April 1 in the states listed below, please do not distribute the current version of the brochure as it will no longer be in compliance. A new version of the brochure will be made available on the Agent Resource Center in the coming weeks. You will be notified of this in a follow up communication. States affected by product enhancements: AK, AL, AR, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS,
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