Updating Your Horizon: Navigating Name Changes On Horizon Insurance Policies

To change your name on Horizon NJ Health, you need to call NJ FamilyCare toll-free at 1-800-701-0710. If you have a speech or hearing difficulty, you can use the TDD/TTY service at 1-800-701-0720. Once your name has been changed, you will receive a new, corrected member ID card within 7 to 10 days.

How to change your name with Horizon NJ Health

To change your name with Horizon NJ Health, you need to call NJ FamilyCare at 1-800-701-0710. If you have a speech or hearing difficulty, you can use the TDD/TTY service at 1-800-701-0720. Once your name has been changed, you will receive a new, corrected member ID card.

To request a new Horizon NJ Health member ID card, call Member Services toll-free at 1-800-682-9090 (TTY/TDD 711). Representatives are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It will take about 7 to 10 days to receive your new member ID card.

If you need to make other changes to your Horizon NJ Health plan, such as adding or removing someone, moving out of the area, or losing your insurance, there may be deadlines you need to be aware of. For example, if you get insurance through an employer or group, you usually have 30 days to make changes after the event. If you buy your insurance, you may have 60 days before and after a qualifying life event to make changes.

It's important to notify Horizon NJ Health of any changes as soon as possible to avoid missing any deadlines and having to wait until the next open enrollment period. You can usually make changes to your mailing address, email address, or other contact information at any time.

Changing your name on a Blue Cross ID card

To change your name on a Blue Cross ID card, you must first determine how you acquired your insurance. If you get your insurance through your employer or a group, or if you buy it yourself, you must contact your employer's HR department or whoever handles your health insurance. If they are unable to help, you can fill out and submit a change of status form or call the number on the back of your Blue Cross ID card.

If you bought your plan on the Marketplace, you must log in to your healthcare.gov account to update your email address. Your Blue Cross subscriber ID, also known as enrollee ID, will start with JXB, JXI, XYE, XYV, or XYW. All changes need to go through the Marketplace. You can call 1-800-318-2596 for further assistance.

Your Blue Cross subscriber ID will start with JXC, XYB, XYG, or XYH if you require assistance with changes made directly through Blue Cross. You can contact your agent if you have one, or call the number on the back of your Blue Cross ID card.

If you have a speech or hearing difficulty, Blue Cross offers a TDD/TTY service.

Deadlines for changing your name on Horizon insurance

To change your name on Horizon NJ Health Insurance, you need to call NJ FamilyCare toll-free at 1-800-701-0710. If you have a speech or hearing difficulty, you can use the TDD/TTY service at 1-800-701-0720.

There do not appear to be any explicit deadlines for changing your name on Horizon Insurance. However, it is important to notify them as soon as possible. In general, changes that have a deadline include adding a baby or spouse to your plan, getting a new plan because you moved out of the area your current plan covers, or buying your own plan because you lost insurance you had through an employer. In these cases, you have a limited amount of time to act and make changes.

How to change your name with Horizon if you have a speech or hearing difficulty

To change your name with Horizon if you have a speech or hearing difficulty, you can use the TDD/TTY service at 1-800-701-0720. This number can also be used to change your mailing address.

Once your name has been changed, you will receive a new, corrected member ID card in the mail within 7 to 10 days.

If you need a new member ID card for another reason, you can request one by calling Member Services toll-free at 1-800-682-9090 (TTY/TDD 711). Representatives are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Changing your name after getting married

Firstly, it is important to note that you are not legally required to change your name after getting married. It is a personal choice. If you decide to change your name, you can take your spouse's last name, hyphenate your last name with theirs, or even come up with a completely new name.

If you decide to change your name, the first step is to obtain a physical copy of your marriage certificate. This is a legal document that verifies your marriage and will be required for all the following steps. You can request a copy from the office that issued the certificate.

Next, you will need to change your name with the Social Security Administration (SSA). You can do this by visiting the SSA website and filling out an application for a new Social Security card, or by visiting your local SSA office. You will need to provide proof of your name change (a certified copy of your marriage certificate), proof of citizenship or residence (passport or birth certificate), and photo identification.

Once you have received your new Social Security card, you can proceed to change your driver's license or state-issued ID card at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Most states will require your new Social Security card or receipt from the Social Security office, your current driver's license, a certified copy of your marriage certificate, and proof of address.

If you plan on travelling internationally, you will also need to update your passport. If your passport is less than a year old, you can update your name for free. Otherwise, you will need to pay a processing fee. You will need to fill out a form (DS-5504 or DS-82), provide proof of identity, a colour photograph, and the applicable fees.

Now that you have your new identification documents, you can proceed to update your name with various companies and services, such as banks, credit card companies, insurance providers, loyalty programs, and social media accounts. For bank accounts, a visit to a branch office is usually required, along with a photo ID and your marriage certificate. For credit cards, it is best to call the customer service number on the back of the card to determine the next steps.

Remember to also update your name with your employer's Human Resources department to ensure your payroll and employer-sponsored benefits, such as health insurance and 401(k), are updated with your new name.

Finally, don't forget to announce your new name to your friends, family, and coworkers! You can send out wedding announcement cards or emails to let them know about your new last name.

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