Field Ops Memo 2010-04: 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, Core Plus, Gold, Silver, and Standard. These changes were effective on January 1, 2010.

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 2010 Medex Premium Rate Change Report.

Note: While there is no SSA COLA this year, the Medicare Part B Premium and Medicare Part D Deductible will also be adjusted with the Medex Premium Rate change.