New App Displays What Original Medicare Covers

New App Displays What Original Medicare Covers

Don’t sift through all of those pesky e-mails. Join Sylvia and Rebecca each week to discuss what’s new in the insurance industry.  Click here to watch the newest video on the new app for Medicare users.Also the new “What’s Covered” app lets people with...
2020 Certifications are are around the corner

2020 Certifications are are around the corner

Don’t Get OverwhelmedPlan accordingly to make this year’s certification process as manageable as possible. As carriers release their requirements, take the time to complete them right away instead of putting them off.It is much easier to set aside a few...
How Do You Sell Your Medicare Block of Business?

How Do You Sell Your Medicare Block of Business?

With 50% of our agents retiring in the next 6 years, we have a lot of inquiries about pricing blocks of Medicare business.The short story is 1 – 1.5x: this is the number used to value renewals.Medicare Supplements are easier to value because they pay level for 6...
Anthem Announces New Essential Extras Benefits

Anthem Announces New Essential Extras Benefits

Are you looking for a carrier that stays ahead of the game?If so, Anthem may be your best choice. The carrier has made huge strides to separate itself from the rest of the Medicare Advantage providers this year from developing new Over The Counter benefits and...
Trump Administration Sued Over Short Term Plans

Trump Administration Sued Over Short Term Plans

Last week I had two agents tell me that they cancelled their Affordable Care Act plans since they cost as much as a mortgage.  I’ve heard this from friends and family members, and it is sad, but true.  I was happy that the Trump Administration’s short-term...