SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Nov. 2, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via PRWEB - USAA Life Insurance Co. added Cigna and UnitedHealthcare to its health solutions suite for the 2016 open enrollment period running from Nov. 1, 2015, to Jan. 31, 2016. The new offerings provide members more choice and convenience for primary medical insurance coverage.
"Unexpected health care costs can be devastating to a family's finances. It's mission-critical for us to provide our members affordable, effective coverage options when they need it," said Greg Galdau, AVP of USAA Health Solutions. "By expanding availability and adding Cigna and UnitedHealthcare to the mix, we can offer health solutions to meet the needs of more members and their families."
USAA Health Solutions now reach more than 70 percent of its members across the country and offer options for major medical health coverage. These options available to members can help avoid the penalties mandated by the Affordable Healthcare Act for inadequate coverage.
The new coverage options are available now to members in the following states: Ala., Ariz., Ark., Calif., Colo., Conn., Fla., Ga., Ill., Ind., Iowa, Kan., Ky., La., Mich., Miss., Mo., Neb., N.J., N.C., Ohio, Okla., Pa., S.C., Tenn., Texas, Utah, Va., and Wis.
Members are encouraged to call 800-531-6592 to speak to a member service representative to review their 2016 health insurance options or visit usaa.com for additional information. Medicare, dental, vision, long term care, and accident health coverage also available to USAA members.
About USAA
The USAA family of companies provides insurance, banking, investments, retirement products and advice to 11.2 million current and former members of the U.S. military and their families. Known for its legendary commitment to its members, USAA is consistently recognized for outstanding service, employee well-being and financial strength. USAA membership is open to all who are serving our nation in the U.S. military or have received a discharge type of Honorable – and their eligible family members. Founded in 1922, USAA is headquartered in San Antonio. For more information about USAA, follow us on Facebook or Twitter (@USAA), or visit usaa.com.
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