New Jersey's #1 Medicare Plan
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is the state's largest health insurer, and their Medicare Advantage plans are offered under the Braven Health brand — a partnership between Horizon BCBSNJ and RWJBarnabas Health. Braven Health Medicare Advantage plans combine the Horizon Blue network with integrated care delivery through one of New Jersey's largest health systems.
Service Area: Statewide New Jersey
States Served: NJ
CMS Star Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
AM Best Rating: A
Broker Support Line: 888-400-8533
Agent Portal: https://medicare.horizonblue.com
Horizon BCBSNJ / Braven Health offers the following plan types for eligible Medicare beneficiaries and insurance consumers:
Independent agents must complete the required annual certification before selling Horizon BCBSNJ / Braven Health plans. AHIP certification is a prerequisite. Carrier-specific product certification is also required each plan year.
Certification Platform: Horizon Medicare Broker Portal
Annual AHIP certification required. Horizon BCBSNJ requires annual product certification for Braven Health Medicare Advantage plans. Separate certification paths for MA and Medicare Supplement. Visit medicare.horizonblue.com to begin.
Independent insurance agents looking to contract with Horizon BCBSNJ / Braven Health can get started through Producers Arena. We provide contracting support, certification guidance, and ongoing agent resources for markets. Producers Arena works with both captive and independent agents to simplify the contracting and onboarding process.
Commission Notes: Horizon BCBSNJ pays CMS maximum allowable commissions on Braven Health Medicare Advantage plans. Medicare Supplement commissions follow state-approved schedules. Contact your FMO or broker support at 888-400-8533 for the current grid.
Horizon BCBSNJ / Braven Health supports multiple enrollment methods for licensed agents: