Important 2017 Changes for AARP Medicare
Supplement Insurance Plans
New enhancements are being implemented in most states for plan effective dates of July 1, 2017, and later. Changes will vary by state and will include some or all of the following:
- Modified enrollment applications, including enhancements for simplification, clarity and ease-of-use.
- Streamlined underwriting to set rates:
- Reduced the number of medical conditions that cause a higher rate
- Changed requirements so that all applicants outside of Guaranteed Issue or Medicare Supplement Open Enrollment answer the same health questions
- Expanded duration for the early enrollment discount, and increased the early enrollment discount starting percentage.
- Offering Plan G, in many states, as an additional plan option for consumers
Be sure to keep checking your email, the Focus News and the Agent Distribution Portal to stay up to date with the latest information regarding these changes.
Why is this important? When a carrier the size of UHC decides to make such positive changes to their product offerings it will no doubt create huge opportunities for you and your clients.
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