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Walmart is now launching insurance services to help customers find the right insurance plan for them, based on their needs and budget. In all 50 states, the retailer is selling Medicare insurance plans from October 15 to December 7.
Although Walmart might not be the first place you think of when it comes to insurance, Walmart Insurance Services is planning to change that.
Keep reading for more details!
According to the company's press release, Walmart is "building on [their] commitment of offering quality health services at low, transparent prices by launching Walmart Insurance Services, LLC, a licensed insurance brokerage, which will assist people with enrolling in insurance plans—and simplify what’s historically been a cumbersome, confusing process."
"Walmart Insurance Services will begin selling Medicare insurance plans during this year’s Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), Oct. 15 through Dec. 7," the statement continues.
David Sullivan, general manager of Walmart Insurance Services, explains their decision to offer this service to customers: "We want customers to feel confident in selecting a Medicare plan that best fits their needs, budget and lifestyle."
He continues, "And we want to be a trusted partner on their health care journey. Helping customers select the right Medicare insurance plan to meet their needs aligns with Walmart’s mission of helping people save money and live better."
As for what they're offering, the press release explains, "Walmart Insurance Services will provide Medicare plans (Part D, Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans) offered by Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Amerigroup, Simply Health, Wellcare (Centene), Clover Health and Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield."
With that in mind, if you're in need of some insurance advice, Walmart could be a good place for you to speak to a licensed insurance agent about what plan will work best for you.
