Agents who actively sell Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance plans typically do business through either the federal exchange or state-based marketplaces. You're likely familiar with HealthCare.gov, the federal exchange, but what are state-based marketplaces and how do they work?
Read MoreEveryone on Medicare needs creditable prescription drug coverage and most people don't want a late enrollment penalty. If you're offering Medicare Advantage-only plans (Private-Fee-For-Service) or Medicare Supplement plans, you can cross-sell prescription drug insurance.
Read MoreUnder-65 health insurance sales aren't nearly as regulated as Medicare sales. However, there are some rules Affordable Care Act agents must follow.
Read MoreWe have the latest cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) update from the Social Security Administration (SSA)!
Read MoreThe Open Enrollment Period (OEP) can be a demanding time for agents. Simplify your marketplace enrollments by using our preferred Enhanced Direct Enrollment (EDE) platform, HealthSherpa!
Read MoreWith the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) just around the corner, you should encourage your clients to review their Medicare coverage, and in some cases, help them switch to a different plan.
Read MoreAs a result of beneficiaries receiving misleading or inaccurate information, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has monitored Medicare marketing practices through increased "secret shopping."
Read MoreCMS required TPMOs to obtain prior express written consent from the beneficiary before sharing their personal information. This affects Medicare insurance lead sharing, but how?
Read MoreWhenever an insurance application is flagged during the submission process, it delays your clients' coverage and your commission. What if we told you we can help you avoid stalled Medicare applications?
Read MoreWe're officially over the Medicare telehealth policy cliff. On September 30, 2025, expanded Medicare coverage of telehealth services expired.
Read MoreLeads are critical for insurance agents. They're how you grow your business after all.
Read MoreWhen your client wants a Medicare Supplement, do you tend to place them in Plan G? While it's true this Med Supp is the most common choice for newly eligible Medicare enrollees and covers the most out-of-pocket costs, never overlook Plans K, L, M, and N.
Read MoreAn agent selling Medicare products is only as good as the Medicare quoting tool they're using.
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