WHY EFT?
If you want a payment option that's convenient and saves you money, Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) is for you! It allows you to have your insurance payment automatically deducted and forwarded by your bank. This service is available to AARP members who are insured through the AARP Health Care Options program and who wish to participate.

THE ADVANTAGES OF USING EFT.

• You receive a discount of $2.00 per household each month (up to $24.00 per year).
• You save on the cost of checks and rising postage rates.
• You save the time it takes to write out a check and mail it to us.
• You know that your check hasn't been delayed or lost in the mail.
• You receive a record of payment on your bank statement.
• You know when your payment is made-on or about the fifth day of each month.

SIGN UP FOR EFT TODAY! IT'S EASY!

• Click HERE  for the EFT Authorization Form
• Complete and sign the EFT Authorization Form
• Attach a voided check where indicated. (Do not send a deposit slip or canceled check.)
• Mail the EFT Authorization Form and your voided check (if indicated) to the address listed on the form.

You'll be notified of the start date of your EFT service. In the meantime, you should continue to make your monthly coupon payments using the coupon payment booklet. Once your EFT service begins, you can relax and enjoy the convenience and the savings that it brings you!

IMPORTANT: If you intend to use a savings account for EFT withdrawal, or if another individual maintains financial responsibility for your account, or if you have questions about EFT, please call us any weekday between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m., or Saturday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Eastern Time at:

• 1-800-523-5800 for a Personal Health Insurance Advisor regarding Medicare Supplement, HIP, HAP, SMP and MAP plans (any plans underwritten by United HealthCare Insurance Company),
  
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• 1-800-247-2335 for Long-Term Care Insurance Plans (underwritten by Metropolitan Life Insurance Company).