Our Carriers

As open enrollment approaches (October 15 – December 7), you may be considering switching to a new insurance plan for 2017. Keep in mind that our agents sell products for a variety of carriers. Because we are not committed to one company, we are able to see multiple pricing and

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Taking advantage of your ACA Health and Wellness Benefits

As you may know your ACA plan is required to provide minimum Essential Health Benefits. But did you know that your health plan also comes with a wide variety of preventive services and screenings at no cost to you? You can access these services through your doctor without being charged

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Getting in Shape with Silver and Fit

Silver and Fit is an exercise program offered to Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Supplement members. This program allows you to pursue improved fitness through two options. Option 1: For $50 a year (June 1 – May 31) you can have access to your choice of several fitness facilities or

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Online tools to manage your health insurance

As your agents we are always happy to assist you with questions you may have about your plan. However, there are times where we may not be the first source that you should consider. Many of our carriers have online portals that allow you to manage your health insurance by

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Understanding the Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage Gap

The Medicare Coverage Gap or the “donut hole” is an important and often confusing term that you need to understand if you have a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (PDP). If a person enters the Coverage Gap, the cost of their medications may increase. We have listed some important points to

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Blue Cross Blue Shield Rate Changes for Medicare Supplements

You have probably received a letter from Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina notifying you of your new Medicare supplement rate beginning June 1.  Here are a few things to look for when you receive this letter. Your rate adjustment is your yearly change due to overall claims activity within

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