Cigna Medicare AHIP 2021

Cigna Medicare AHIP 2021

 

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Update June 2021: Our AHIP section has been updated for Plan Year 2022. Click here to get 2022 certification details for Cigna and other Medicare carriers.

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Cigna AHIP Certification 2021 Explained

  • AHIP, Gorman or Pinpoint is required prior to certification.
  • No modules alleviated by passing AHIP or Pinpoint.
  • Passing score is 85%. You have 3 attempts.
  • Fail any module 3 times, agent will have to call the HAAL agent assistance line – 866-442-7516.
  • Agencies must log in with the agency NPN to complete attestation.
  • Face-to-face training is not required but is recommended as a supplement – especially for new agents.
  • 2021 Certs will cover the remainder of 2020.

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AHIP Certification 2021 - Cigna Cost & Discount Information

  • AHIP cost is $175. Use this link to receive a $50 discount.
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  • AHIP, Gorman or Pinpoint is required prior to certification.
  • No modules alleviated by passing AHIP or Pinpoint.
  • Passing score is 85%. You have 3 attempts.
  • Fail any module 3 times, agent will have to call the HAAL agent assistance line – 866-442-7516.
  • Agencies must log in with the agency NPN to complete attestation.
  • Face-to-face training is not required but is recommended as a supplement – especially for new agents.
  • 2020 Certs will cover the remainder of 2019.
  • Cigna will reimburse agents who sell 5 net January 1, 2020 effective applications and complete their 2020 certification by September 15, 2019.
  • Reimbursement is $125 for AHIP certification, $99 for Gorman certification, and $89.95 for Gorman certification.
  • A copy of the completed AHIP should be emailed to DistributionServicesUnit@healthspring.com with your NPN in the filename or email.
  • AHIP passing score is 90%.
  • AHIP  allows 3 attempts to pass the 2-hour timed AHIP exam using the carrier discount.
  • Fail 3 times; agent will pay $175 for an additional 3 attempts ($50 carrier discount can’t be applied).

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WellCare Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for WellCare. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • WellCare certification for 2022 launches on Wednesday, July 7, 2021.
  • Passing AHIP does not reduce the number of WellCare test modules.
  • Passing score is 85%.
  • 3 attempts.

WellCare Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

WellCare Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for WellCare. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • WellCare certification for 2022 launches on Wednesday, July 7, 2021.
  • Passing AHIP does not reduce the number of WellCare test modules.
  • Passing score is 85%.
  • 3 attempts.

WellCare Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

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UnitedHealthcare Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for UnitedHealthcare. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • UnitedHealthcare certification for 2022 launches on Monday, June 28, 2021.
    • If the required prerequisite modules are failed an agent will receive no earned renewals during the plan year!
    • Take AHIP first! If you pass AHIP prior to taking the certification, you can skip 5 of the modules in UHC’s certification.
    • UHC allows 6 attempts to pass AHIP.
    • UHC allows 6 attempts per the prerequisite modules.
    • UHC allows 6 attempts per plan module.
    • 3 prerequisites: Medicare Basics, Ethics and Compliance, and AARP Course.
    • AHIP eliminates the need for the Medicare Basics course.
    • 3 modules to complete.
    • 1 optional: CSNP/DSNP.
    • Passing score for UCH certs is 85%.
    • 2021 certifications will cover the remainder of 2020.

UnitedHealthcare Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

UnitedHealthcare Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for UnitedHealthcare. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • UnitedHealthcare certification for 2022 launches on Monday, June 28, 2021.
    • If the required prerequisite modules are failed an agent will receive no earned renewals during the plan year!
    • Take AHIP first! If you pass AHIP prior to taking the certification, you can skip 5 of the modules in UHC’s certification.
    • UHC allows 6 attempts to pass AHIP.
    • UHC allows 6 attempts per the prerequisite modules.
    • UHC allows 6 attempts per plan module.
    • 3 prerequisites: Medicare Basics, Ethics and Compliance, and AARP Course.
    • AHIP eliminates the need for the Medicare Basics course.
    • 3 modules to complete.
    • 1 optional: CSNP/DSNP.
    • Passing score for UCH certs is 85%.
    • 2022 certifications will cover the remainder of 2021.

UnitedHealthcare Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

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SilverScript Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for SilverScript. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • SilverScript certification for 2022 launches on Tuesday, June 29, 2021.
  • Agents must do 3 things to be ready to sell SilverScript:
    Step #1: Contract with Aetna. This is a requirement to be eligible for commissions on plans with effective dates of 1/1/2022 and later. (Note: If you’re already contracted for Aetna MA/MAPD, you can skip this step, as there’s no additional action you need to take with your contract.)
    Step #2: Complete 2022 certification.
    Step #3: Receive a ready-to-sell notice
  • There are separate certification processes for Aetna MA/MAPD and SilverScript PDP. Completing 2022 Aetna certification does not satisfy the certification requirement for SilverScript.
  • 2022 Certs will NOT cover the remainder of 2021.
  • TAKE AHIP FIRST! If you pass AHIP first you can skip 2 of the 3 SilverScript test modules. 
  • There’s a link on Agent Portal to transmit their AHIP send scores. 
  • In Pinpoint, the direct scores to be sent upon registration for the test, Gorman, agents can use Silver Mail to upload the cert.
  • Passing score is 90%.
  • SilverScript allows 3 attempts.

SilverScript Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

SilverScript Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for SilverScript. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • SilverScript certification for 2022 launches on Tuesday, June 29, 2021.
  • Agents must do 3 things to be ready to sell SilverScript:
    Step #1: Contract with Aetna. This is a requirement to be eligible for commissions on plans with effective dates of 1/1/2022 and later. (Note: If you’re already contracted for Aetna MA/MAPD, you can skip this step, as there’s no additional action you need to take with your contract.)
    Step #2: Complete 2022 certification.
    Step #3: Receive a ready-to-sell notice
  • There are separate certification processes for Aetna MA/MAPD and SilverScript PDP. Completing 2022 Aetna certification does not satisfy the certification requirement for SilverScript.
  • 2022 Certs will NOT cover the remainder of 2021.
  • TAKE AHIP FIRST! If you pass AHIP first you can skip 2 of the 3 SilverScript test modules. 
  • There’s a link on Agent Portal to transmit their AHIP send scores. 
  • In Pinpoint, the direct scores to be sent upon registration for the test, Gorman, agents can use Silver Mail to upload the cert.
  • Passing score is 90%.
  • SilverScript allows 3 attempts.

SilverScript Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

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Shared Health of MS Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for Shared Health of MS. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • Shared Health of MS has not yet announced their 2022 certification launch date.
  • More information coming soon!

Shared Health of MS Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for Shared Health of MS. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • Shared Health of MS has not yet announced their 2022 certification launch date.
  • More information coming soon!
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Mutual of Omaha Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for Mutual of Omaha. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • Mutual of Omaha certification for 2022 launches on Tuesday, June 29, 2021.
  • There are three components to be “Ready to Sell” Medicare Advantage (MA) for Mutual of Omaha Medicare Advantage Company (MOMAC), Medicare Advantage Insurance Company of Omaha, (MAICO) and Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) for Omaha Health Insurance Company (OHIC). All three components must be completed.
        1. Contracting
        2. AHIP Certification
        3. Product Training
  • Passing score for Mutual of Omaha product training is 85%.
  • 3 attempts.
  • Must pass AHIP and two Mutual of Omaha courses: Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug. 
  • Training is only accessible to agents who are contracted with Mutual of Omaha for that product.
  • 2021 certs will cover the remainder of 2020.

Mutual of Omaha Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

Mutual of Omaha Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for Mutual of Omaha. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • Mutual of Omaha certification for 2022 launches on Tuesday, June 29, 2021.
  • There are three components to be “Ready to Sell” Medicare Advantage (MA) for Mutual of Omaha Medicare Advantage Company (MOMAC), Medicare Advantage Insurance Company of Omaha, (MAICO) and Prescription Drug Plans (PDP) for Omaha Health Insurance Company (OHIC). All three components must be completed.
        1. Contracting
        2. AHIP Certification
        3. Product Training
  • Passing score for Mutual of Omaha product training is 85%.
  • 3 attempts.
  • Must pass AHIP and two Mutual of Omaha courses: Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug. 
  • Training is only accessible to agents who are contracted with Mutual of Omaha for that product.
  • 2021 certs will cover the remainder of 2020.

Mutual of Omaha Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

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Humana Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for Humana. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • Humana certification for 2022 launches on Tuesday, June 29, 2021.
  • This year Humana will be accepting both AHIP and NAHU.
  • 2021 Certs will cover the remainder of 2020.
  • At the conclusion of Certification & Recertification this year, all agents will be certified to sell all Humana products!

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Humana Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for Humana. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • Humana certification for 2022 launches on Tuesday, June 29, 2021.
  • This year Humana will be accepting both AHIP and NAHU.
  • 2021 Certs will cover the remainder of 2020.
  • At the conclusion of Certification & Recertification this year, all agents will be certified to sell all Humana products!

Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

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Cigna Medicare Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for Cigna Medicare. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • Cigna Medicare certification launches Thursday, July 1, 2021.
  • AHIP, Gorman or Pinpoint is required prior to certification.
  • No modules alleviated by passing AHIP or Pinpoint.
  • Passing score is 85%. You have 3 attempts.
  • Fail any module 3 times, agent will have to call the HAAL agent assistance line – 866-442-7516.
  • Agencies must log in with the agency NPN to complete attestation.
  • Face-to-face training is not required but is recommended as a supplement – especially for new agents.
  • 2022 Certs will cover the remainder of 2021.

Cigna Medicare Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

Cigna Medicare Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for Cigna Medicare. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • Cigna Medicare certification launches Thursday, July 1, 2021.
  • AHIP, Gorman or Pinpoint is required prior to certification.
  • No modules alleviated by passing AHIP or Pinpoint.
  • Passing score is 85%. You have 3 attempts.
  • Fail any module 3 times, agent will have to call the HAAL agent assistance line – 866-442-7516.
  • Agencies must log in with the agency NPN to complete attestation.
  • Face-to-face training is not required but is recommended as a supplement – especially for new agents.
  • 2022 Certs will cover the remainder of 2021.

Cigna Medicare Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

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BlueCross BlueShield of TN Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for BlueCross BlueShield of TN. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • BlueCross BlueShield of TN’s 2022 certification launch date has not yet been announced.
  • More information coming soon!

BlueCross BlueShield of TN Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for BlueCross BlueShield of TN. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • BlueCross BlueShield of TN’s 2022 certification launch date has not yet been announced.
  • More information coming soon!
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Amerigroup Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for Amerigroup. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • Amerigroup’s certification for 2022 launches on Wednesday, June 30, 2021.
  • Passing score is 90%.
  • 3 attempts.
  • Certifying for 2022 allows the sale of 2021 products.

Amerigroup Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

Amerigroup Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for Amerigroup. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • Amerigroup’s certification for 2022 launches on Wednesday, June 30, 2021.
  • Passing score is 90%.
  • 3 attempts.
  • Certifying for 2022 allows the sale of 2021 products.

Amerigroup Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

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Aetna Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for Aetna. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • Aetna certification for 2022 launches on Tuesday, June 29, 2021.
  • Passing AHIP does not reduce the number of Aetna test modules.
  • Passing score is 90% for Aetna courses and 90% for AHIP.
  • 3 attempts are allowed for Aetna courses and 90% for AHIP.
  • 2022 certs will cover the remainder of 2021.

Aetna Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

Aetna Producer Certification Requirements for 2022

  • Details refer to certification for Aetna. AHIP certification must be completed separately.
  • Aetna certification for 2022 launches on Tuesday, June 29, 2021.
  • Passing AHIP does not reduce the number of Aetna test modules.
  • Passing score is 90% for Aetna courses and 90% for AHIP.
  • 3 attempts are allowed for Aetna courses and 90% for AHIP.
  • 2022 certs will cover the remainder of 2021.

Aetna Certification Links, Guides, Phone Numbers, Emails

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