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Important Small Group Updates from Aetna Funding Advantage

September 18, 2020/in Aetna, Aetna Funding Advantage, Carrier, Employee Benefits /by Cornerstone

New Plan Sponsor Campaign to Drive Aetna Funding Advantage (AFA) Benefits Engagement

Throught Aetna’s new plan sponsor engagement email campaign, your clients can easily educate their employees and share information with them about their AFA health benefits. The goal of the campaign is to drive engagement, raise awareness, increase product adoption and use, and strengthen the Aetna brand.

The campaign was launched at the beginning of September and will run through December. Three emails will be sent each month—near the beginning, middle, and end of the month. The topics include:

  • Week 1 each month – Aetna HealthSM website/app sign-up
  • Week 2.5 each month – Aetna value-add program engagement: Peerfit and EAP
  • Week 3.5 each month – Attain by Aetna® app sign-up/usage

Click here to view a sample plan sponsor email.

Simplifying 2020 Open Enrollment with New Fulfillment Vendor

The new commercial open enrollment portal is now live for ordering materials and kits through O’Neil Digital Solutions, Aetna’s new fulfillment supplier. The ONEkit portal is their exclusive resource to create dynamic open enrollment materials, which can be downloaded immediately and are free of charge. It also encourages using digital first, improves efficiencies, and supports the needs for customization. Aetna has integrated AetnaTrak and Communications Hub capabilities into this one-stop vendor solution—making it easier for you to help support your small group AFA clients’ open enrollments.

You can order enrollment kits and materials quickly and easily through Producer World. Prompts on the page will direct you, depending on whether you’re ordering materials for the first time or you’ve ordered in the past.

1095-B Tax Forms Update

One of the big perks of AFA plans is that Aetna helps with the preparation, filing, and delivery of 1095-B tax forms for members.

For this tax year, they will soon be processing the 1095-B forms for AFA groups with 5 to 50 employees, who have not opted out. Be on the lookout for more information coming soon.

Reminder: New Business AFA Submission Deadlines Through 2020 and Beginning of 2021

With Q4 2020 and Q1 2021 quickly approaching, please be sure to refer to the chart below for upcoming AFA effective dates’ submission deadlines:

Effective date

IMQ Elite
submitted

Underwriting
quote submitted

Sales notice
submitted

All required
documents
submitted

October 1 9/15/20 9/20/20 10/2/20 10/8/20
November 1 10/15/20 10/20/20 11/3/20 11/9/20
December 1 11/15/20 11/20/20 12/3/20 12/9/20
January 1 12/15/20 12/20/20 1/4/21 1/8/21
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RSVP Today! 2021 Small Group Carrier Update Webinars

September 1, 2020/in Aetna, Anthem, Carrier, Cornerstone Updates, Employee Benefits, Humana, Medical Mutual, UnitedHealthcare /by Cornerstone

Join us for these brief, informative sessions focused on small group to get up-to-speed on 2021 plans, what to expect with renewals, and more!

Unable to make a session? No problem! We are recording sessions for our agents who aren’t able to attend. Please contact your Cornerstone representative for a link to the recording and materials.

*Sessions are for active Cornerstone Employee Benefit agents.

Webinar Schedule:

Day 1: Monday September 14, 2020

9:00 am–10:00 am — Aetna, hosted by Nelson Culp

  • Scott Bredmour from Aetna will cover their 2 to 100 eligible level-funded product (Aetna Funding Advantage). With Aetna now a CVS company, Scott will go through how all members can get a COVID-19 test through one of their CVS locations without a doctors note and no cost to the member, as well as how you can book an appointment online.

10:00 am–11:00 am — Humana, hosted by Shelly Brownell

  • Humana’s Leslie Isler will cover dental and vision, a level-funded premium overview, On Hand, a reminder about EAP, and Go365 updates.

Register for the September 14 webinars

Day 2: Monday September 21, 2020

9:00 am–10:00 am — Anthem and Anthem SOCA, hosted by Shelly Brownell

  • Please join the Anthem sales team as they cover new products and networks for 2021, technology enhancements for members, and more for small group 2 to 50 and key accounts 51 to 99.

Register for the September 21 webinar

Day 3: Monday September 28, 2020

9:00 am–10:00 am — MMO and MMO COSE, hosted by Kim Kinnaird

  • MMO will present updates on all their plans for January 2021 including ACA, Grandmothered/Grandfathered, the COSE MEWA, and ancillary. They’ll also cover what to expect with upcoming renewals and new options for wellness.

10:00 am–11:00 am — UnitedHealthcare, hosted by Jeff Lewis

  • Get up to speed for fourth quarter with UnitedHealthcare. UHC will discuss January 1, 2021, readiness for small businesses (2–50).

Register for the September 28 webinars

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GREAT NEWS: Aetna and Cleveland Clinic to Offer New Plans for Employers

August 19, 2020/in Aetna, Carrier, Employee Benefits /by Cornerstone

Aetna has partnered with Cleveland Clinic to form an Accountable Care Organization (ACO) model and offer new plans and programs featuring Cleveland Clinic providers.

Cleveland Clinic and Aetna participating employers could save as much as 10 percent in health care spending by choosing the new plan over a current Aetna broad network plan. Quotes released on or around September 1, 2020, with a October 1, 2020 effective date or later will have the new ACO plans and rates.

The collaboration includes the launch of a co-branded insurance plan, which could reduce health care costs for participating employers, an expanded relationship nationwide to provide members enrolled in Aetna commercial plans access to second opinions by Cleveland Clinic for certain conditions, and the deployment of Cleveland Clinic’s Cardiac Center of Excellence (COE) program to Aetna plan sponsors.

The Aetna Whole Healthsm – Cleveland Clinic co-branded commercial plan offers Northeast Ohio employers and their plan members positive clinical outcomes, improved experience and reduced total cost of care. Care is delivered in a coordinated approach through Cleveland Clinic’s network of employed, aligned and affiliated providers. Under the new plan, Aetna members can receive care from the Cleveland Clinic Quality Alliance network of employed and independent community physicians or at any Cleveland Clinic facility. Cleveland Clinic will be rewarded for achieving quality and cost targets.

The Aetna Whole Healthsm – Cleveland Clinic plan provides employers a cost-effective offering beyond Aetna’s typical broad network plans, while also giving members access to Cleveland Clinic’s care providers. Cleveland Clinic and Aetna participating employers could save as much as 10 percent in health care spending by choosing the new plan over a current Aetna broad network plan.

The organizations have also worked together to expand these savings nationwide, offering Aetna commercial members a new program with streamlined scheduling for specialty services and access to health-plan directed, virtual second opinion services at Cleveland Clinic through a dedicated specialty referral line for Aetna members. Aetna care managers will work one-on-one with members to navigate their specific health needs and personalized care plans.

Fully insured and self-insured employers in Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, and Tuscarawas counties can begin purchasing Aetna Whole Healthsm – Cleveland Clinic plans beginning in the fall of 2020, depending on segment and group size.

This new multi-faceted relationship will involve additional programs and expanded services. For example, the organizations are also launching a Cardiac COE program to offer Aetna plan sponsors across the country cardiac care at Cleveland Clinic, which is home to the No. 1-rated heart program in the nation for the past 26 consecutive years as ranked by U.S. News & World Report. The Cardiac COE program is designed to offer patients improved clinical outcomes as well as faster return to work and other activities of their daily lives.

Both organizations are committed to continue working on new initiatives to bring innovative, transformative, and cost-effective care to local communities.

Click here to read the full press release from Aetna and Cleveland Clinic.

Contact your Cornerstone representative with any questions.

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Why Aetna International?

July 29, 2020/in Aetna, Carrier, Employee Benefits /by Cornerstone

Expatriates, inpatriates, local nationals, and business travelers need the peace-of-mind and confidence that comes from a strong and experienced global leader offering a comprehensive health care benefits strategy. If you have a group customer that has some sort of International exposure, Aetna International has the tools, resources, and plan offerings needed to ensure your valued customer is properly taken care of.

We are very grateful to Andy Koesterman, Aetna’s sales representative for this product, who was kind enough to provide a 1 hour CE for Cornerstone agents on international benefits.

Click here to view the PDF or contact your Cornerstone representative for more information.

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WEBINAR WITH CE AVAILABLE: Get the Latest Updates on Aetna’s New Plans for Groups

July 1, 2020/in Aetna, Carrier, Employee Benefits /by Cornerstone

Cornerstone is hosting a two-hour web-based training and CE session. Get the latest updates on Aetna’s new plans available September 1 along with 1 hour Ohio CE on Wednesday, July 15 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.

The Aetna team will review updates to their employer plan portfolio available September 1, go over their current plans and  value adds.

The CE is “Understanding an Employer’s Risk to Global Assignments,” a one hour CE course covering several topics for groups with International exposure, such as risk diversity by population, compliance, health and well-being, employee safety, global security, and mitigating strategies. Presented by Andy Koesterman.

YOU MUST REGISTER AND COMPLETE A FORM BY JULY 10, 2020:

1. Click here when the webinar starts.

(The session password is Cornerstone2020! If you don’t have WebEx loaded on your computer, there is an option to join by web browser.)

2. To receive CE credit for this course, please fill out this attestation and licensing information document and return it to koestermana@aetna.com by Friday, July 10, 2020.

Contact your Cornerstone representative with any questions.

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Aetna Funding Advantage Announces New Plan and Network Options

June 1, 2020/in Aetna, Aetna Funding Advantage, Employee Benefits /by Cornerstone

Aetna Funding Advantage recently announced new plan and network options, pharmacy offerings, and member programs and resources for small business clients. Effective September 1, 2020, with quoting available as of June 1, 20202, here is what they’re offering:

New, lower-cost plans, locally-based networks and updated pharmacy benefits that provide more choices, cost savings and convenience

  • Nine new plans, including the Value plan and Essentials plans, which provide lower-priced options. These plans offer 5 to 12 percent1 lower expected total monthly costs than their standard AFA plans.
  • Your clients can get a jump start on the savings, with five new plans available for quoting now (for July 1, 2020, effective dates). Click here for the details.
  • Locally-based networks, with 25 of 40 offering Essentials/Value plans, increase the new plans’ savings and offer additional discounts of 8 to 15 percent2 compared to Aetna’s broad networks.
  • New Advanced Control Plan – Aetna formulary, and additional choices for members with specialty and maintenance medications. Stayed tuned for more information on these enhancements.

Refer to the plan grids on Producer World® for specifics on the new AFA portfolio options.

Value-add resources and programs that meet members where they are with affordable care

  • Virtual capabilities to help members care for their health and wellness are critical, now more than ever:
    • Members can talk directly to a doctor through Teladoc®, with 24/7 access to board certified, telemedicine-trained doctors via phone and video through the website and mobile app.
    • The Aetna Resources For LivingSM Employee Assistance Program3 assists members with all aspects of life. Aetna provides free, unlimited, in-the-moment support from consultation and guidance on emotional well-being and substance misuse, to childcare and financial challenges – 24/7 by phone or mobile app.
    • Programs like PeerFitSM, where employees can attend live and on-demand digital fitness classes, and the Attain by Aetna appSM, which offers personalized goals4 and rewards, help members meet their health goals.
  • New, through the ExtraCare® Health Program, employees can use their ExtraCare card to get 20% off thousands of CVS Health® brand products5.

Click here to learn more.

Contact your Cornerstone representative with any questions.

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Aetna Funding Advantage Administrative Fee Credit

April 23, 2020/in Aetna, Aetna Funding Advantage, Carrier, Employee Benefits /by Cornerstone

With Aetna Funding Advantage plans, your groups can now earn a $100 administrative fee credit per enrolled employer for new business when you submit an application with an Individual Medical Questionnaire (IMQ).

This is only available to new groups with effective dates from June 1, 2020, to September 1, 2020. Your group will see the administrative fee credit applied to their second and third bills.

Click here to learn more.

Contact your Cornerstone representative with any questions.

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