Announcements regarding star ratings for Medicare plans
Medicare Part D Star Ratings have been released for 2023 by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. 57 of the plans earned 5 stars, but this shows a huge drop since last year, which was 74 five stars plans. This year, 67 contracts earned 4.5 stars, but this is lower than last year by […]
Updates to Cigna Broker Portal
Cigna’s Broker Portal received a few updates. New integrations, intuitive navigation, and other capabilities are now at your fingertips. Moreover, multiple Cigna brokers across various business industries can now use an efficient interface for a seamless experience. Thank you, Agility Agents, for your continued patience with the Cigna Broker Portal and for sitting tight while […]
Bright Health Group Plans Changes for 2023
Today, Bright Health Group announced that it will no longer offer Individual and Family Plans through Bright HealthCare, or Medicare Advantage except for in Florida and California, starting in 2023. However, Bright Health Group will exclusively focus on making healthcare accessible to the elderly and lower-income populations. Bright Health hopes to accomplish this using its […]
Southwestern Health Resources UPDATE
Southwestern Health Resources announces their plan to remain with BCBSTX Networks. BCBSTX Networks worked with Southwestern Health Resources (SWHR) to reach an agreement both parties are comfortable with. Moreover, Texas Health Resources (THR) and UT Southwestern (UTSW) services will remain with BCBSTX networks. Those members who changed their PCPs during the negotiation period and would like […]
Cigna’s 2023 ACA Commission Schedule
Cigna just announced their 2023 ACA commission schedule! Take a look for yourself below. Medical Insurance Commissions Medical commissions apply to all metal levels and plans sold on or off Marketplace. Sales made during an Open Enrollment or a Special Enrollment Period are eligible. Medical commissions will be paid for up to four […]
What you need to know about Medicare Part B Premiums for 2023
Medicare just made a big announcement regarding their Part B Premiums for 2023. These standard premiums will drop by 3% next year. The monthly premium for Medicare Part B will reduce by $5.20 by 2023. This will also lower the deductible for Part B. The government made this announcement on Tuesday, September 27. Here’s more […]
HRA Increases Payments in 2023!
Another reason to look forward to January if you are enrolled with D-SNP and C-SNP? Starting in January 2023, effective with AEP, you can begin to earn $125 whenever you enroll your Cigna Medicare Customers in any eligible Medicare D-SNP or C-SNP plan. You will also need to facilitate an HRA, or health risk assessment, […]
5 Social Media Content Ideas for October
By: Michelle M. Saavedra Now that we are entering a spooky season, it’s time to revamp our creativity! If you want to be known as the “Pumpkin King” of Health Insurance, you’ll need to embrace the autumn aesthetic during the month of October. In other words, you must identify the key elements that might […]
Devoted Health announces external weekly commissions
In January 2023, Devoted Health will begin to pay external commissions weekly. If you’re not certified to sell Devoted Health yet, now is the best time to do so. With this new incentive on the horizon. Devoted Health agents will have even more opportunities to earn with this new roll out! If you aren’t yet […]
Medica’s new push to reach Individuals and Families
Huge news! Medica launches new market to individuals and families. This insurance provider now offers Essentia Choice Care to supplement or cover healthcare to families nationwide starting in 2023. It’s time to jump in with both feet and share Medica’s plans with your customers. This new launch by Medica opens up a huge new network […]
Ways to Pitch Dental and Vision Insurance to Your Audience
How can you make access to vision or dental insurance more attainable to potential consumers? It is time to show your audience that they just have to know the right company that can determine the right plan for their individual needs. To some, dental and vision insurance might not be a huge priority. […]
5 Social Media Content Ideas for September
5 Social Media Content Ideas for September By: Michelle M. Saavedra September usually brings cooler days and nights. This fact also affects the type of content published on social media. During the summertime, insurance agents tend to create content that promotes their travel insurance products. But now that we are getting closer to OEP, insurance […]
Inflation Reduction Act Passed
Inflation Reduction Act Passed On August 12, 2022 the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was passed by the U.S. The House of Representatives and President Biden are expected to sign off on the bill. Already being passed by the Senate, the $740 billion budget reconciliation package includes Medicare drug pricing policies, Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, […]
5 Social Media Content Ideas for August
5 Social Media Content Ideas for August By: Michelle M. Saavedra Before we start talking about content strategy for the month of August, we have a fun fact we would like to share with our Agility Agents. According to Richmond Times-Dispatch, the month of August was named after the first Roman emperor, […]
ACA Subsidy Extension
Your health insurance cost could be on the rise. Projections of “double-digit spikes” are said to begin early 2023 for over 13 millions Americans. Low and middle income Americans are at risk of losing health insurance due to the cost rising to hundreds of dollars per person if the extended subsidies end […]
CVS Health As A Presenter For the 2022 Goldman Sachs Healthcare Conference
CVS Health announced that Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Shawn Guertin will participate in a fireside chat with investors at the Goldman Sachs Global Healthcare Conference on June 15, 2022 at approximately 8:00 am pacific time. An audio webcast of the event will be broadcast simultaneously on the Investor Relations portion of the […]
FAQs on Agent and Broker Compensation for Special Enrollment Periods
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) posted Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding compensation paid by issuers to agents and brokers who assist consumers with enrollment during a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) or during Open Enrollment Periods (OEPs). It has been made a priority by the Biden-Harris Administration to provide those who are uninsured […]
2023 Medicare Announcement
2023 Medicare Advantage and Part D Rate Announcement In April, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the Announcement of Calendar Year (CY) 2023 Medicare Advantage (MA) Capitation Rates and Part C and Part D Payment Policies (the Rate Announcement). CMS’s goals for Medicare Advantage and Part D mirror our vision for […]
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas Releases Corporate Report
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) released its 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Report which highlights the company’s numerous initiatives and contributions to the communities in which it serves. The report’s areas of focus include access to care, community impact and operating responsibly as aligned with BCBSTX’s commitment to addressing health disparities and […]
Cigna Offers New Incentives
Cigna WINcentives 2022 This year, you’re set up to win with exciting sales opportunities. WINcentives 2022 gives you more ways to earn extra money – each and every month – with no limits. General program rules Visit Agility Insurance Services to learn more information about contracting and more. Agility Producer Support(866) [email protected]