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Tuesday, July 26th, 2016
The Chicago Tribune reports:
“One of the nation’s largest health insurance companies plans to enter the Obamacare marketplace in the Chicago area for the first time, bringing new competition as other insurers exit or go out of business.
The Tribune has confirmed that Cigna, based in Bloomfield, Conn., has filed plans to sell health policies to individuals and families who purchase their own coverage in the individual market. If the plans are approved by Illinois regulators, Cigna will start selling policies Nov. 1, when enrollment for 2017 Obamacare coverage opens.
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Tags: Affordable Care Act, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Broker, Chicago, Cigna, DuPage County, East Dundee, ebola, Elburn, Elgin, Elmhurst, Elmwood Park, Government, Hospital, Humana
Posted in Health Care .gov | Comments Off on Big news for Chicago-area Obamacare insurance exchange: Cigna seeks to join
Tuesday, January 26th, 2016
According to The Advocate:
“The Affordable Care Act is confusing and complicated, which means that health insurance agents and brokers are needed to help consumers pick the best plans for them, Kevin Counihan, chief executive officer of Healthcare.gov, said Monday.
“It’s got plenty of opportunity to be made a little bit better,” Counihan said. “And I’m very hopeful and confident that as we get more adults in Congress that they’re all going to sit down, the two sides together, and they’re going to address some of these issues.”
Counihan spoke to about 20 brokers and agents at an event hosted in Baton Rouge by the Louisiana Association of Health Underwriters.
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Posted in Affordable Care Act, Health Insurance News | Comments Off on Healthcare.gov CEO says insurance marketplace’s complexity argues for agents
Tuesday, January 26th, 2016
According to Bloomberg Business:
“Humana Inc. is the latest insurer to run into trouble in Obamacare’s individual health-insurance markets.
The health insurer said that it probably won’t collect enough money to cover costs for some customers who bought individual plans, and will set aside what’s known as a premium deficiency reserve. The shortfall is for 2016 plans that comply with new rules under the Affordable Care Act, Louisville, Kentucky-based Humana said Friday.
UnitedHealth Group Inc., the biggest U.S. health insurer, said in November that it might stop participating in the Obamacare next year after taking losses. One analyst predicted that Humana would follow suit.
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Posted in Affordable Care Act, Health Insurance News, Individual Health Insurance | Comments Off on Humana to Record 2016 Obamacare Shortfall, Membership Drops
Monday, January 11th, 2016
Crain’s Chicago Business Reports:
 “Aetna is returning to sell plans on the Illinois health insurance exchange after taking a year off.
Also returning are giants Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Illinois, the dominant insurer in the state; UnitedHealthcare, which is affiliated with Minnetonka, Minn.-based UnitedHealth Group, and Chicago-based Land of Lincoln Health.
Mostly familiar faces are returning to the exchange for enrollment that begins Nov. 1, according to the Illinois Department of Insurance. Other companies that received federal approval to sell plans include:
—Health Alliance, based in downstate Urbana.
—Celtic Insurance, which is part of St. Louis-based Centene Corp.
—Coventry Health, part of Hartford, Conn.-based Aetna.
—Harken Health, of which UnitedHealth Group is an investor.
—Humana, based in Louisville, Ky.
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Posted in Affordable Care Act, Health Insurance News, Small Business | Comments Off on Blue Cross, UnitedHealthcare return to Illinois Obamacare exchange
Monday, January 11th, 2016
The Advocate Reports:
“The Affordable Care Act is confusing and complicated, which means that health insurance agents and brokers are needed to help consumers pick the best plans for them, Kevin Counihan, chief executive officer of Healthcare.gov, said Monday.
“It’s got plenty of opportunity to be made a little bit better,” Counihan said. “And I’m very hopeful and confident that as we get more adults in Congress that they’re all going to sit down, the two sides together, and they’re going to address some of these issues.”
Counihan spoke to about 20 brokers and agents at an event hosted in Baton Rouge by the Louisiana Association of Health Underwriters. (more…)
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Posted in Affordable Care Act, Health Care .gov, Health Insurance News | Comments Off on Healthcare.gov CEO says insurance marketplace’s complexity argues for agents
Tuesday, October 20th, 2015
 https://payload42.cargocollective.com/1/5/170224/3159522/Bucktown.jpg We specialize in helping Bucktown individuals, families, and businesses sign up and manage their Health Insurance.
With the many changes to health insurance, you may be wondering what the right choices are for you and your family. Every year brings new options and plan designs, and we can answer all of your questions. The Eriksen Insurance Group will work with you to find you the best coverage, at the best price, for your situation.
We help our clients with the following:
- Signing up for a new policy on or off the exchange
- Quoting and comparing new plans and prices
- Explaining renewal options
- Managing your current policy
- Reviewing doctor and hospital networks
- Determining if you qualify for a subsidy
- Navigating and signing up on Healthcare.gov
- Help businesses manage their health insurance and benefits plans
For individuals and families, the next annual open enrollment period for securing medical insurance starts November 1st 2015. If you have a recent life changing event, you may qualify for a special enrollment period at any time. Please call us at (847) 426-2788 for help determining your enrollment options.
There is no cost to work with The Eriksen Insurance Group; we get paid by the insurance companies to help you. For over 35 years, The Eriksen Insurance Group has helped many people find the best health insurance for their personal needs.
Over the next 3 to 5 years the health insurance world will be in a state of flux. Even after your enrollment we will be here to answer all your questions and help you make the right decisions. Inside or outside of the Exchange, company plan or personal policy; whatever your situation, we have the knowledge to help you. There is a wealth of information for you at our insurance reform blog. We are also proud of our 5 Star Google Places reviews. Thank you for visiting our website we look forward to working with you.
Thanks again,
Robert G. Eriksen, President
Personal Health Insurance Broker
Phone: (847) 426-2788
Email: Bob@EriksenInsurance.com
Tags: 60647, Blue Cross, Bucktown, enroll, exchange, health insurance, Humana, IL, Illinois, Marketplace, ObamaCare, UHC, United Health Care
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Friday, February 27th, 2015
Crain’s Chicago Business reports:
“Proving that no one is immune to the changes sweeping the health care industry, two of Chicago’s most prestigious teaching hospitals are being dinged by insurance companies trying to control costs.
Humana is ending a 20-year relationship with University of Chicago Medicine, which will be eliminated from the insurer’s networks April 1.
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Tags: affordable care, Affordable Care Act, Barrington, Barrington Hills, Bartlett, Batavia, Bensenville, Berwyn, Big Rock, Boulder Hill, buffalo grove, Bull Valley, Burlington, exchange, Hospital, Humana, Illinois, Maywood
Posted in Health Insurance Cost, Illinois | Comments Off on Even U of C Medicine and Rush have health insurance problems
Monday, November 3rd, 2014
Benefits Pro reports:
“Apple’s recent moves in the health and wellness technology segment are not yet on the level of game-changers such as the iPod and the iPhone. But the coming release of the Apple Watch and the company’s HealthKit app has people talking — and competitors watching carefully.
The company’s latest piece of hardware, the Apple Watch, is not the first of its kind. But it’s likely to be the gold standard, due partly to Apple’s well-polished marketing machine and partly to some truly innovative and useful features.
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Tags: Alden, Algonquin, application, Arlington Heights, aurora, Bannockburn, Barrington Hills, Cook, health, Humana, IL, insurance, IRS, PPO, Will
Posted in Insurance Reform | Comments Off on How much will Apple bite into consumer health?
Wednesday, September 24th, 2014
 Illinois Population Density Map (Photo credit: Wikipedia) We help Illinois individuals and families with their health insurance. The next annual open enrollment for securing medical insurance coverage starts November 1st 2015.
We specialize in helping Illinois individuals, families, and businesses sign up and manage their Health Insurance.
With the many changes to health insurance, you may be wondering what the right choices are for you and your family. Every year brings new options and plan designs, and we can answer all of your questions. The Eriksen Insurance Group will work with you to find you the best coverage, at the best price, for your situation.
We help our clients with the following:
- Signing up for a new policy on or off the exchange
- Quoting and comparing new plans and prices
- Explaining renewal options
- Managing your current policy
- Reviewing doctor and hospital networks
- Determining if you qualify for a subsidy
- Navigating and signing up on Healthcare.gov
- Help businesses manage their health insurance and benefits plans
For individuals and families, the next annual open enrollment period for securing medical insurance starts November 1st. If you have a recent life changing event, you may qualify for a special enrollment period at any time. Please call us at (847) 426-2788 for help determining your enrollment options.
Over the next 3 to 5 years the health insurance world will be in a state of flux. Even after your enrollment we will be here to answer all your questions and help you make the right decisions. Inside or outside of the marketplace, company plan or personal policy; whatever your situation, we have the knowledge to help you. There is a wealth of information for you at our insurance reform blog. We are also proud of our 5 Star Google Places reviews. Thank you for visiting our website we look forward to working with you.
Thanks again,
Robert G. Eriksen, President
Personal Health Insurance Broker
Phone: (847) 426-2788
Email: Bob@EriksenInsurance.com
Tags: BCBS, Blue Cross, enrollment, health insurance, Humana, IL, Illinois, open enrollment, sign up, UHC
Posted in | Comments Off on Illinois Health Insurance Open Enrollment
Thursday, June 19th, 2014
 Kendall County Courthouse (Photo credit: jimmywayne) We specialize in helping Kendall County individuals, families, and businesses sign up and manage their Health Insurance.
With the many changes to health insurance, you may be wondering what the right choices are for you and your family. Every year brings new options and plan designs, and we can answer all of your questions. The Eriksen Insurance Group will work with you to find you the best coverage, at the best price, for your situation.
We help our clients with the following:
- Signing up for a new policy on or off the exchange
- Quoting and comparing new plans and prices
- Explaining renewal options
- Managing your current policy
- Reviewing doctor and hospital networks
- Determining if you qualify for a subsidy
- Navigating and signing up on Healthcare.gov
- Help businesses manage their health insurance and benefits plans
For individuals and families, the next annual open enrollment period for securing medical insurance starts November 1st. If you have a recent life changing event, you may qualify for a special enrollment period at any time. Please call us at (847) 426-2788 for help determining your enrollment options.
Over the next 3 to 5 years the health insurance world will be in a state of flux. Even after your enrollment we will be here to answer all your questions and help you make the right decisions. Inside or outside of the marketplace, company plan or personal policy; whatever your situation, we have the knowledge to help you. There is a wealth of information for you at our insurance reform blog. We are also proud of our 5 Star Google Places reviews. Thank you for visiting our website we look forward to working with you.
Thanks again,
Robert G. Eriksen, President
Personal Health Insurance Broker
Phone: (847) 426-2788
Email: Bob@EriksenInsurance.com
Tags: Blue Cross, enroll, exchange, health insurance, Humana, IL, Illinois, Kendall, Kendall County, Marketplace, ObamaCare, UHC, United Health Care
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