Aetna | New and noteworthy brokernews

Coming April 15: Enhancements to Think Agent tool, new veteran marketing materials now available on Aetna Medicare Marketing Studio, and resources to help educate prospects about Medicare options. Read more. 

Aetna | Important brokernews

Catch up on the CAHPS survey, Medicaid redetermination, Studio training, member retention, podcasts and marketing. Read more. 

Aetna | The Curran Connection - Member Retention

You work hard to build trust with your clients and earn their business. After investing time and energy to enroll them in a best-fit plan, you want to ensure those clients remain happy with their plan going forward. Read more. 

AHIP | CMS: MA payment rates to increase 3.32% next year

Find out the latest on AHIP: Preventive care coverage isn't changing, Report: MA enrollment up by 2.7M this year, CMS: MA payment rates to increase 3.32% next year, and Flu linked to rise in heart attack risk. Read more. 

AHIP | CMS issues rule on marketing, prior authorization in MA, Part D

Learn about how the CMS proposes payment reporting changes for SNFs, CMS issues rule on marketing, prior authorization in MA, Part D, and Meta-analysis finds 2 drinks a day may be too much. Read more. 

AHIP | Reports rising uptake of Medicare supplement plans

Get informed on how over 200 US hospitals have shut down maternity units, AHIP reports rising uptake of Medicare supplement plans, Health systems implement EHRs with patient focus, and CDC: Omicron XBB.1.5 behind 88% of US COVID-19 cases. Read more. 

Broker Bulletin | GHP Gold Brokers

Discover Broker-of-Record change policy, field marketing organization release policy, special election period, and new broker portal. Read more. 

Cigna | Guidance Regarding Enrollment Applications

We want to remind you of Cigna Medicare's guidance regarding an agent's compliant submission of paper enrollment applications. Read more. 

Clover Health | Understanding CAHPS

Our Broker Community at Clover often has the closest and most personal relationship with many of our members. You re not just their broker; many members consider you a friend. Read more. 

Health Partners | Health Partners Medicare Spring Newsletter

The spring issue of our member newsletter is now online. Health Partners Plans offers competitive Medicare Advantage plans with generous benefits, low copays and affordable premiums. Read more. 

Highmark | Webinar Wednesdays Roll On!

Our 2023 webinar series is focused on a variety of topics that will help you grow and maintain your book of business. The webinars focus on a different topic with every offering. Read more. 

Mutual of Omaha | Coming Soon — Get All Your In-Force Policies in One File

With a Book of Business download, you'll get a complete list of the in-force Mutual of Omaha policies* you've sold in one easy-to-sort file. This is an option you've asked for, and we're proud to deliver. Read more. 

News Wire | NABIP

Read on how the Biden admin lays out Medicare drug negotiation process, Becerra asks insurers for help on getting data as COVID-19 health emergency nears end, Denied by AI: How Medicare Advantage plans use algorithms to cut off care for seniors in need. Read more. 

Social Security Matters | What You Need to Know (Part 2)

Did you know you can save money on Medicare costs this year? The Inflation Reduction Act which President Biden signed into law in August 2022, will help you save money on Medicare prescription drug. Read more. 

UPMC for Life | Upcoming trainings in your area

Did you know Pennsylvania has the 4th largest Veterans population in the country? This means you have a huge opportunity to provide your Veteran clients with the new UPMC for Life PPO Salute plan. Read more. 

4/20 Agency Builder: Starting an LLC

Join Christy Wilbert, Medicare Offerings VP at URL Insurance Group and a special guest, for a webinar to discuss common questions about setting up a LLC. When you start to build your agency, it can be hard to know where to begin. We've put together a simple, step-by-step guide to help you get started. Come learn how on April 19th at 10am EST. Register now. 

4/25 Partnering with the right FMO/IMO for you

Join URL and their Leadership team to discuss what boxes your FMO/IMO should be checking off and what URL has to offer you. Register now.

4/27 Aetna HRA education

Michelle Filler and Amy Curran from Aetna would like to show you how to complete their HRA for extra money and educate you on the benefits for the clients. Register now. 

5/2 Medicare Workshop: Medicare 101

Join us for a webinar on May 2nd at 10am EST to review the basic of Medicare Parts A, B, C and D. This will be a presentation for beginners to provide you with a solid base before attempting the AHIP exam.
Topics:

• Original Medicare Part A & B
• Medicare Advantage Plans
• Part D Prescription Drug Plans
• Medicare Supplements
• Enrollment Periods

Register now. 

5/9 Medicare Workshop: How to run a Medicare appointment

Join Christy Wilbert (Medicare Offerings VP) and Kelly Lucas (Orion Client Services Manager) for a webinar on May 9th at 10am EST to review how to run a Medicare appointment using our online quoting and enrollment tool, MedicareNow!

Key topics include:

• Creating a profile
• Collecting data and storing drug information
• How to compare plans
• Researching providers
• Researching formularies
• Completing the application

Register now. 

5/16 Medicare Workshop: Medicare Supplement vs. Medicare Advantage Plans

Join Christy Wilbert (Medicare Offerings VP) for a webinar on May 16th at 10am EST as she dives into the difference between Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage Plans. It's your job as an agent to present both options and educate your clients.

Key topics:

• How Medicare Supplements work
• How Medicare Advantage Plans work
• Researching providers
• Researching formularies
• What plan should I be suggesting?

Register now. 

Aetna | Spring Into Action: Let's Have Some Fun Writing Aetna MAPD! (4/13/23 - 7/31/23)

Let’s have some fun while offering your clients a plan proven to give them stability and consistency. Based on Number of Applications Submitted – New to Aetna Medicare Enrollments Only (Plan changes, PDP, Med Supp sales do not count). Read more. 

Lumico | Build your bonus with Lumico Medigap Solutions

Spring into this season with an all new cash per app incentive from Lumico Medigap Solutions. Sell Med Supp plans underwritten by Elips Life and/or Lumico, and you’ll reap big rewards! Read more.