Medicare Supplement Bonus Program Returns: Earn Up to $200 per Policy in 2023-2024
As a health insurance agent, you have a unique opportunity to help the growing population of adults who need Medicare coverage while earning a bonus for your efforts. We happily announce that the Medicare Supplement Bonus Program returns for 2023-2024, starting from May 1, 2023, to Jan. 31, 2024. Here’s how it works: for every […]
Understanding Medicare Allowance, Special Needs Plans, Wellness Programs, and PPO vs HMO Plans
As a health insurance agent, it’s important to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in the industry to better serve your clients. One important topic you should be familiar with is Medicare and the different types of plans available to seniors. We’ll cover what a Medicare allowance is, as well as Medicare grocery allowance, Medicare […]
Demystifying ACA Network Adequacy Requirements
Are you struggling to navigate the world of health insurance networks and providers? As a health insurance agent, it can be challenging to help clients find the right plan that meets their needs. It becomes even more difficult to also work to ensure that they have access to quality healthcare providers. In today’s post, we’ll […]
What’s New with Medicare Advantage Plans in 2023?
As a health insurance agent, staying up-to-date with the latest changes and updates to Medicare Advantage plans is crucial to effectively guide your clients toward the right coverage options. Medicare Advantage plans, also known as Medicare Part C, are offered by private insurance companies. They provide an alternative way for Medicare beneficiaries to receive their […]
Protecting Your Clients from Medicare Flex Card Scams: A Guide for Health Insurance Agents
As a health insurance agent, it’s important to be informed about potential scams and fraudulent activity that may affect your clients. One such scam that has been making its way around is the Medicare Flex Card scam. Understanding what the Medicare Flex Card is and how it can be used is crucial in helping your […]
How the Medicare Prescription Drug Inflation Reduction Act is Tackling Rising Drug Prices
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced the implementation of a new program called the Medicare Prescription Drug Inflation Reduction Act. This program aims to reduce the rising cost of prescription drugs covered under Medicare Part B. The new program will reduce coinsurance rates for 27 Part B drugs, with savings expected […]
Everything Your Customers Need to Know About How Employer-Sponsored Health Plans Compare to Medicare for Prescription Drug Costs
When it comes to prescription drug costs, there can be significant differences between employer-sponsored health plans and Medicare. Understanding the differences between the two can help your clients save money and ensure you help them get the coverage they need. Here’s what your customers need to know about employer-sponsored health plans and Medicare. Cost: Generally […]
Special Enrollment Periods: Understanding Aetna Medicare Options in Texas
Your Texas clients need to understand your options when it comes to health insurance. With the changing landscape of healthcare, it’s essential for consumers to know if they are eligible for a Special Enrollment Period (SEP). It’s also important for your customers to understand their Aetna Medicare options in Texas. A special enrollment period is […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Aetna Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs)
Dual eligible special needs plans (DSNP) are a type of Medicare and Medicaid coverage that are tailored to meet the specific needs of certain individuals. DSNPs provides access to a wide range of services and benefits designed to help individuals with long-term care needs and help them maintain their independence in the home or in […]
Humana Medicare Supplement Bonuses
Humana Medicare now offers unlimited ways to earn bonuses, thanks to their new Supplement Bonus that provides benefits to both you and your consumers. Check out the terms and conditions below: Issued cases must be specific to Humana Achieve Medicare Supplement Plans. Application must be approved and policy active for 60 days or date bonus […]
How to Increase Your Medicare Sales
As an insurance agent, you may have a certain goal to reach, and you wonder how you can come close to meeting that goal. There are some tried-and-true ways to step up your marketing game. Start learning now so when open enrollment rolls around next year, you will be ready. Stay up-to-date One way to […]
Agility offers compliant call recording for Medicare Sales with ConnectureDRX
Agility now offers compliant call recording for Medicare sales using Connecture DRX! Now, you will be able to use agent call recording to improve your clients’ shopping experience and record plan comparisons, and record over-the-phone enrollment. As an agent, you have a couple of options available to choose from, thanks to ConnectureDRX. Once you choose […]
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 […]
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 […]