In support of our members and employer groups, in 2022 we willcontinue to cover the expanded telehealth services that we’ve covered this year. This is our standard coverage and will apply in all states.
We are still evaluating our members’ needs and may add services to our coverage. We will provide any changesto the currentcode list in the coming months.
This applies to:
Our fully insured members and ASO customers. Benefit coverage will be consistent with the member’s health plan, including copays, coinsurance and deductibles.
Medicare members’ telehealth coverage is consistent with CMS requirements.
News from the Blues
Small Group (1-50)
News from the Blues
*Blue Directions for Small BusinessSM (2-50) Transition Complete
Account access is now available in a read-only format. No further benefit updates can be made through the platform.
Alternative available: Former users have the option to use a new platform for quoting, sales and benefits management for Small Group clients. Learn about the Bentegro platform.
News from the Blues
Group and Retail
News from the Blues
*Federal Government Releases Proposed Rule Related to Surprise Billing, Transparency
The proposed rule provides new regulations to implement sections of Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021. Topics covered include air ambulance reporting, agent and broker compensation disclosure and reporting, and enforcement of No Surprises Act requirements.
You also can access them on the Producer Supply Portal. As a reminder, sizzle sheets are for your use only. They are not to be shown or given to members or potential members.
Important Dates for Retail, Medicare Enrollment Season
Take advantage of training and complete any required registration/certification.
Retail: ACA Open Enrollment starts Nov. 1 and runs through Jan. 15, 2022.
You must register annually with the Marketplace prior to helping clients enroll in or renew Marketplace polices.
PY 2022 Marketplace registration is available for producers who completed registration and training for plan year 2021. Log in to the CMS Enterprise Portal and update your profile before taking the training. We’ll check your registration status against the registration completion list.
Medicare: The Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) opens Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7, 2021.
Marketing begins Oct. 1.
You must complete both the AHIP certification and our annual training to begin marketing/selling our Medicare Advantage/PDP products.
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