Medicare Advantage Marketing: Understanding CMS Guidelines
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced new restrictions on marketing for Medicare Advantage Plans and other health care policies. With the new rules, it is more important than ever for Agility agents to understand the Medicare Advantage marketing guidelines and the policies associated with them. In this blog post, we’ll explore […]
The Benefits of Florida’s Children’s Health Insurance Program
Your customers want to keep their children healthy, and one of the best ways to do this is by providing them with access to affordable health care. Fortunately, the state of Florida is committed to helping parents provide their children with this essential service through its Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP). This program offers benefits […]
Updates About Temporary SEP Unwinding
The Temporary Special Enrollment Period (SEP) is a crucial aspect of healthcare for consumers who have lost their Medicaid or Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) coverage. With the unwinding of the Medicaid continuous enrollment condition, many people are losing access to these important programs, putting their health and well-being at risk. The Temporary SEP provides […]
How Robocallers Are Preying On Elderly With Fake Medicare Offers
Robocallers are taking advantage of elderly people who may not be aware of how to protect themselves from scams, by offering fake Medicare plans. These calls are not only costing unsuspecting individuals large amounts of money, but they are also violating rules put in place by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Robocallers are using […]
Medicare Patients Are Keeping the Telehealth Habit Post-Vaccines
As the world slowly gets back to some semblance of normalcy in 2023, millions of Medicare patients are continuing to access telehealth services to manage their health and wellness. This is despite the fact that vaccinations against the Covid-19 virus are now available in the US. The American Medical Association (AMA) recently conducted a survey […]
The Critical Role Agents Play in Medicare Plan Enrollment
Medicare beneficiaries have the right to choose their own coverage, and this is where you come in. The help of a licensed agent or broker can be invaluable in guiding clients through the process. Agents and brokers possess the specialized knowledge to answer questions and provide advice on a wide range of Medicare plan options […]
Tennessee Makes Strides to Reduce Redetermination Process for Tenncare Coverage
Tennessee has long been a leader in providing quality healthcare coverage through its Tenncare Medicaid program. Recently, the state has taken steps to make sure that their citizens are receiving the most up-to-date coverage and the best possible service. In this blog post, we’ll explore how Tennessee is working to reduce the redetermination process for […]
Medicare Advantage Denied 2 Million Prior Authorization Requests in 2021
Medicare Advantage (MA) plans received more than 2 million prior authorization requests in 2021, of which about 6% were denied. This statistic, sourced from the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF), illustrates the challenges MA users face in receiving the necessary treatments and medications. Prior authorization is a practice used by health insurance companies to control costs […]
Unlock the Power of Oscar with Account Creation – Don’t Let Your Clients Miss Out on the Essentials!
We’re on a mission to make sure your clients, get the most out of their Oscar plan. That’s why we’re shining the spotlight on the Oscar Essentials this month. And, first up is account creation! With an Oscar account, your clients can take control of their healthcare experience like never before. Imagine being able to […]
BCBS of Texas Will Be Keeping Ascension In Their Network
Exciting news for healthcare consumers in Texas! Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas has announced that Ascension, one of the largest non-profit healthcare systems in the country, will remain in their network. This means that patients who have health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield will continue to have access to Ascension’s vast network of […]