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Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan Expands Health Insurance Offering to 72 Counties Across Ohio - Offering More Residents Affordable, Accessible Coverage

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Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, a product offered by a Centene (NYSE: CNC) company, is expanding its health insurance offering to 72 counties across Ohio for plan year 2025. The open enrollment period runs from Nov. 1, 2024, through Jan. 15, 2025. Ambetter offers affordable plans with essential health benefits, including preventive care, maternity services, and prescription drug coverage.

Key features include Virtual 24/7 Care, convenient online enrollment, and the My Health Pays program, allowing members to earn up to $500 in rewards for healthy behaviors. Ambetter is also introducing Ambetter Health Solutions, a new product designed for individuals purchasing coverage through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). The existing network will be renamed the Premier Network starting Jan. 1, 2025.

Ambetter di Buckeye Health Plan, un prodotto offerto da Centene (NYSE: CNC), sta ampliando la sua offerta di assicurazione sanitaria a 72 contee dell'Ohio per l'anno di piano 2025. Il periodo di iscrizione aperta va dal 1 novembre 2024 al 15 gennaio 2025. Ambetter offre piani accessibili con benefici sanitari essenziali, tra cui assistenza preventiva, servizi maternità e copertura per farmaci da prescrizione.

Le caratteristiche principali includono Cura Virtuale 24/7, iscrizione online comoda e il programma My Health Pays, che consente ai membri di guadagnare fino a $500 in premi per comportamenti salutari. Ambetter introduce anche Ambetter Health Solutions, un nuovo prodotto progettato per le persone che acquistano copertura tramite un'Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). La rete esistente sarà rinominata Rete Premier a partire dal 1 gennaio 2025.

Ambetter de Buckeye Health Plan, un producto ofrecido por Centene (NYSE: CNC), está ampliando su oferta de seguros de salud a 72 condados en Ohio para el año del plan 2025. El período de inscripción abierta va del 1 de noviembre de 2024 al 15 de enero de 2025. Ambetter ofrece planes asequibles con beneficios de salud esenciales, incluyendo atención preventiva, servicios de maternidad y cobertura de medicamentos recetados.

Las características clave incluyen Cuidado Virtual 24/7, inscripción en línea conveniente y el programa My Health Pays, que permite a los miembros ganar hasta $500 en recompensas por comportamientos saludables. Ambetter también está introduciendo Ambetter Health Solutions, un nuevo producto diseñado para individuos que compran cobertura a través de un Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). La red existente será renombrada como Red Premier a partir del 1 de enero de 2025.

버키 헬스 플랜의 앰베터(Ambetter)는 센틴(Centene)(NYSE: CNC)이 제공하는 제품으로, 2025년 플랜 연도를 위해 오하이오의 72개 카운티로 건강 보험 서비스를 확장하고 있습니다. 오픈 등록 기간은 2024년 11월 1일부터 2025년 1월 15일까지입니다. 앰베터는 예방 치료, 모성 서비스 및 처방약 보장을 포함한 필수 건강 혜택이 있는 저렴한 계획을 제공합니다.

주요 기능으로는 24시간 가상 치료, 편리한 온라인 등록, 그리고 회원들이 건강한 행동에 대해 최대 $500의 보상을 받을 수 있는 My Health Pays 프로그램이 있습니다. 앰베터는 또한 개인이 개인 건강 환급 제도(ICHRA)를 통해 보장을 구매할 수 있도록 설계된 새로운 제품 Ambetter Health Solutions를 도입하고 있습니다. 기존 네트워크는 2025년 1월 1일부터 프리미어 네트워크로 이름이 변경됩니다.

Ambetter de Buckeye Health Plan, un produit proposé par Centene (NYSE: CNC), élargit son offre d'assurance santé à 72 comtés dans l'Ohio pour l'année de plan 2025. La période d'inscription ouverte s'étend du 1er novembre 2024 au 15 janvier 2025. Ambetter propose des plans abordables avec des avantages santé essentiels, y compris les soins préventifs, les services de maternité et la couverture des médicaments sur ordonnance.

Les caractéristiques principales incluent Soins Virtuels 24/7, une inscription en ligne pratique et le programme My Health Pays, permettant aux membres de gagner jusqu'à 500 $ en récompenses pour des comportements sains. Ambetter introduit également Ambetter Health Solutions, un nouveau produit conçu pour les individus achetant une couverture via un Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). Le réseau existant sera renommé Réseau Premier à partir du 1er janvier 2025.

Ambetter von Buckeye Health Plan, ein Produkt der Centene (NYSE: CNC), erweitert sein Angebot an Krankenversicherungen auf 72 Bezirke in Ohio für das Planjahr 2025. Der Zeitraum für die offene Einschreibung reicht vom 1. November 2024 bis zum 15. Januar 2025. Ambetter bietet erschwingliche Pläne mit wesentlichen Gesundheitsleistungen, einschließlich präventiver Betreuung, Mutterschaftsdiensten und Arzneimittelversicherungen.

Zu den Hauptmerkmalen gehören Virtuelle 24/7 Versorgung, eine bequeme Online-Anmeldung und das My Health Pays Programm, das es Mitgliedern ermöglicht, bis zu 500 $ an Prämien für gesundheitsförderndes Verhalten zu verdienen. Ambetter führt auch Ambetter Health Solutions ein, ein neues Produkt, das für Einzelpersonen entwickelt wurde, die eine Deckung über eine Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) erwerben. Das bestehende Netzwerk wird ab dem 1. Januar 2025 in Premier-Netzwerk umbenannt.

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  • Expansion of health insurance offering to 72 counties in Ohio, potentially increasing market share
  • Introduction of Ambetter Health Solutions, a new product for ICHRA coverage
  • My Health Pays program offering up to $500 in rewards for healthy behaviors
  • Virtual 24/7 Care providing convenient telehealth services
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Ambetter's expansion to 72 counties in Ohio represents a significant market penetration strategy for Centene This move aims to capture a larger share of the under-insured and uninsured population market, potentially boosting CNC's revenue streams. The introduction of the Ambetter Health Solutions product, designed for ICHRA arrangements, shows adaptability to evolving employer-sponsored health insurance trends.

Key points to consider:

  • Expanded market reach could lead to increased enrollment and revenue
  • New ICHRA-focused product may attract employer-sponsored business
  • Enhanced benefits like virtual 24/7 care and rewards programs could improve customer retention
  • Rebranding of network to "Premier Network" suggests a focus on quality perception

While this expansion is positive for growth potential, investors should monitor enrollment numbers and profitability metrics in the coming quarters to assess the impact on CNC's financial performance.

Ohio residents will have access to a variety of affordable plans from Ambetter during open enrollment beginning Nov. 1

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, a product offered by a Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) company which provides insurance to under-insured and uninsured populations through the federal Health Insurance Marketplace®, will offer a variety of affordable health insurance plans to Ohioans in 72 counties in plan year 2025. Open enrollment for the Health Insurance Marketplace for Ohio runs from Nov. 1, 2024, through Jan. 15, 2025. Enroll by Dec. 15 for coverage starting Jan. 1, 2025.  

"More Ohioans can quickly and easily apply for the affordable healthcare marketplace coverage they need with expansion of Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan," said Plan President and Chief Executive Officer, Steve Province. "Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan members can get virtual 24/7 care via telehealth for nonemergency medical needs as well as the quality care and service Buckeye is known for."

Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan offers its members access to quality care, convenient services and valuable rewards. The 2025 benefits and offerings include: 

  • Affordable and Reliable Coverage
    Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan provides coverage of all essential health benefits, including preventive and wellness services, maternity and newborn care, pediatric services, mental health services, hospitalizations, and prescription drug coverage. Some plans also include dental and vision coverage.
     
  • Virtual 24/7 Care
    Virtual 24/7 Care offers members an Ambetter-designated licensed provider via telehealth for members to access care for illnesses such as flu, skin conditions, ear infections, fever and respiratory infections – all from the comfort of their home.
     
  • Convenient Online Enrollment
    Through the Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan website, people can browse and compare coverage options, determine their eligibility for financial subsidies and directly enroll in coverage – all in one place. The platform is accessible through mobile devices, so people can enroll using smartphones. If a person is unable to complete enrollment all at once, the system will save progress and provide reminders to finish enrollment.
     
  • My Health Pays
    Members have access to the My Health Pays® program, where they can earn points for practicing healthy eating habits, staying active and leading a healthy lifestyle. Through the program, members can complete health-related activities and challenges and can earn up to $500 in rewards in 2025. These rewards can be used for health-related expenses such as copays and deductibles. My Health Pays also allows members to set and reach health goals at their own pace by providing seasonal suggestions for activities and guidance to help stay on track.
     
  • Ambetter Health Solutions
    Starting in 2025, Ambetter is introducing a new product, Ambetter Health Solutions, which is designed for individuals purchasing Marketplace coverage through an ICHRA (Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement). This product will be available in select states, including Ohio, and will provide access to high quality providers, with an additional benefit of acupuncture coverage. ICHRA allows employers of all sizes to directly reimburse employees for individual health insurance premiums and qualifying medical expenses tax free, while allowing employees greater choice to shop and enroll in whatever available plan works best for them and receive reimbursements for coverage. Employers can learn more at: https://www.ambetterhealth.com/employers.html.
     
  • Premier Network
    Beginning Jan. 1, 2025, the Ambetter Health Bronze|Silver|Gold network will become known as the Premier Network. Members can continue to rely on the same provider network with the doctors and hospitals they know and trust.

Below is the full list of counties in which Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan will be offered in 2025: 

  • Adams
  • Allen
  • Ashland
  • Auglaize
  • Belmont
  • Brown
  • Butler
  • Carroll
  • Champaign
  • Clark
  • Clermont
  • Clinton
  • Columbiana
  • Cuyahoga
  • Darke
  • Defiance
  • Delaware
  • Erie
  • Fairfield
  • Fayette
  • Franklin
  • Fulton
  • Geauga
  • Greene
  • Hamilton
  • Hancock
  • Hardin
  • Harrison
  • Henry
  • Highland
  • Hocking
  • Huron
  • Jackson
  • Jefferson
  • Lake
  • Logan
  • Lorain
  • Lucas
  • Madison
  • Mahoning
  • Medina
  • Mercer
  • Miami
  • Monroe
  • Montgomery
  • Morgan
  • Morrow
  • Noble
  • Ottawa
  • Paulding
  • Perry
  • Pickaway
  • Pike
  • Portage
  • Preble
  • Putnam
  • Ross
  • Sandusky
  • Scioto
  • Seneca
  • Shelby
  • Stark
  • Summit
  • Trumbull
  • Union
  • Van Wert
  • Vinton
  • Warren
  • Wayne
  • Williams
  • Wood
  • Wyandot

Ohio residents interested in learning more about Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan or enrolling in a health plan during the open enrollment period may visit ambetterhealth.com/en/oh/.

About Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan & Ambetter Health
Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan serves under-insured and uninsured populations through the federal Health Insurance Marketplace. Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan is underwritten by Buckeye Community Health Plan, Inc., which is a Qualified Health Plan issuer in Ohio. Ambetter Health, offering the Ambetter Health Solutions product, is underwritten by Buckeye Health Plan Community Solutions, Inc. For more information visit ambetterhealth.com/en/oh/. This is a solicitation for insurance. For information on your right to receive an Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan free of discrimination, or your right to receive language, auditory and/or visual assistance services, please visit ambetterhealth.com/en/ and scroll to the bottom of the page.

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FAQ

When is the open enrollment period for Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan in Ohio for 2025?

The open enrollment period for Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan in Ohio runs from November 1, 2024, through January 15, 2025. To have coverage starting January 1, 2025, enrollment must be completed by December 15, 2024.

What new product is Ambetter introducing in 2025 for ICHRA coverage?

Ambetter is introducing Ambetter Health Solutions in 2025, a new product designed for individuals purchasing Marketplace coverage through an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) in select states, including Ohio.

How much can members earn through the My Health Pays program with Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan (CNC) in 2025?

Members can earn up to $500 in rewards through the My Health Pays program in 2025 by practicing healthy eating habits, staying active, and leading a healthy lifestyle.

What will Ambetter's provider network be called starting January 1, 2025?

Starting January 1, 2025, Ambetter's provider network, previously known as Ambetter Health Bronze|Silver|Gold network, will be renamed the Premier Network.

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