Field Ops Memo 2011-01: Medex Premium Rate Changes and Medicare Changes

Overview
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts has announced Medex premium rate changes for the following non-group plans: Bronze, Core, Gold, Silver, Standard, Basic, Core Plus, Basic No Rx and Core Plus No Rx.

These changes were effective on January 1, 2011.

This memo:

• identifies the non-group plans that have changed and the corresponding rate changes;
• provides information on updates to SNAP benefits and the Medex premium amounts; and
• gives information about the 2011 Medex Premium Rate Change Report.

Note: While there is no SSA COLA this year, the Medicare Part B Premium will change for certain people. The Medicare Part D Deductible will not be adjusted with the Medex Premium Rate change.