Here’s the critical and time-sensitive information Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) producers need today.
News from the Blues
New Retail Bonus Program: Earn Up to $30K
BCBSIL is launching a new Retail Bonus Program with a tiered bonus schedule based on your production level. The more you sell, the more you earn – up to a total award of $30,000. It’s our way of saying thank you for all you do.
ACA open enrollment sales reward. To be eligible, sell a minimum of 10 new individual qualified health plans with effective dates of Jan. 1 through Feb. 1, 2022.
Review the flier for details. You can also see the bonus flier on your mobile device by texting ILBONUS to 33633.
News from the Blues
Send Customizable Marketing Fliers to Clients; Bilingual Versions Now Available New open enrollment fliers. Add your own contact information to our “Let me help you sign up for health care” fliers before sending to prospects and existing clients. And now English/Spanish versions are ready for you to use.
Here’s how. Fliers come in the form of digital PDF files. Simply download the files, fill in the open fields with your contact information and save. Print versions come with crop marks and instructions for your local print shop while email versions don’t. English-only and bilingual versions are available.
Sales requirement. CMS requires that we verify your plan year 2022 Marketplace registration before paying you or your agency for a new sale or renewal of an on-exchange policy.
Check your status. This year, like last year, we’ll only use the CMS Agent and Broker FFM Registration Completion List to check your status. You don’t need to send us your registration completion certificates, but save them for your own records.
Resources: See these CMS resources for registration tips and support.
News from the Blues
Medicare
News from the Blues
Are You Ready to Sell Medicare Advantage/PDP?
The Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) for 2022 Medicare plans opens Friday,Oct. 15.
Time is running out to certify: You must complete both the AHIP Certification and our annual training to begin marketing/selling our Medicare Advantage/PDP products. This training site includes both AHIP and our training modules – plus you can receive a $50 discount via the AHIP/CMP platform. Refer to the Certification FAQs for more information or contact your sales representative.
2022 sales bonus: Take advantage of the Medicare Supplement Bonus Program. Review all the details.
News from the Blues
Pilot Program Starting to Expand Medicare Business
A new program will reach out to members when they turn 63 to start a conversation about Medicare. They will be able to take a quiz on the website and get a personalized timeline that guides and educates them up to the time they enroll.
Blue DirectionsSM Not Affected by Blue Directions for Small BusinessSM (2-50) Transition What changed: In September, users of Blue Directions for Small Business were transitioned off the platform (it is no longer available). They had the option to use a new platform called Bentegro. The transition was specific to Small Group clients (2-50 employees). The Blue Directions for Small Business platform was different from Blue Directions for clients with 51+ employees.
What didn’t change: Blue Directions Standard, Enhanced and Custom for clients with 51+ employees were not affected. It remains available in the market. If you have any questions about the transition or Blue Directions (51+), email bluedirections@bcbsil.com
News from the Blues
*Employer Webinar: Solving for Mental Health and Reducing Stigma at the Workplace
Employees who experience mental health stigma in and outside the workplace are on average less happy, less likely to seek treatment and less productive.
Why it matters: Prioritizing mental health and raising awareness around stigma can literally save employee lives. And it’s also good for business. Clients can attend the Nov. 18 webinar to explore solutions and resources.
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Preview BlueVISION Monthly Employer Newsletter
News from the Blues
You can read the featured article below about wellness incentives in the October employer newsletter for Large Group and National Accounts.The newsletter will be sent Friday morning and also includes other news recently shared with Small and Mid-Market Groups (1-150).
News from the Blues
Wellness Incentives Help Drive Healthy Employee Behaviors It may be time for your company to update well-being programs. Many employers are addressing the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic by focusing attention on mental and emotional health, work/life balance and employee financial health.
LifeTimes® Member Newsletter Shares Wellness, Benefits Information
Group and Retail members registered for Blue Access for MembersSM receive the monthly enewsletter, LifeTimes. They’ll find articles and tips to help improve their health and wellness in each issue.
There’s more. The newsletter also includes information on getting the most out of their benefits and helpful resources.
News from the Blues
*This article, or a similar version, is being shared with employer groups in the BlueVISION newsletter or news alert.
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Wellness Incentives Help Drive Healthy Employee Behaviors
