2022 AEP Medicare Connections Conference
Join us at the Hershey Lodge on September 1st 2021 for our 8th annual AEP Medicare Connections Conference! This conference is for Medicare agents of every level, from beginner to expert. We'll have carrier presentations, networking, happy hour, games and prizes, and more!
We can't wait to see you there. Register now.
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CMS Newsroom
News updates from The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Read more.
Carriers Accepting NAHU Certification
There is a list of carriers that are accepting the NAHU Medicare, Medicare Advantage + Compliance Requirements Certification (Plan Year 2021-2022). NAHU receives national and regional carrier approvals frequently, so visit this page for updates. Read more.
Costco offers better prices than Medicare 50% of the time
Costco has a reputation for low prices, on everything from bulk frozen food to 60-inch TVs, and even its pharmacy. In many cases, Costco’s prescription drug prices are better than Medicare prices — suggesting that policymakers need to take a closer look at the practices that allow for intermediaries to negotiate drug prices on behalf of Medicare but don’t necessarily pass those savings on to beneficiaries and taxpayers. Read more.
Elixir Agrees to Pay Another Year of Renewal Commissions Upon Uploading Their AHIP and Signing Agreement
For any remaining renewals that may be on the books the certification process will be the same as last year. Agents will log in, upload a copy of their AHIP or similar certification, and sign another servicing agent agreement. Read more.
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Aetna | New Dental, Vision and Hearing Plus Plans Are Now Available
You've asked for more benefit options and we've listened. We're excited to share that we now offer our new Dental, Vision and Hearing Plus insurance plans. Read more.
Highmark and Gateway Health Joining Forces
Highmark and Gateway Health have a nearly 30-year history of serving the Medicaid and Medicare communities in Pennsylvania. Highmark currently maintains a 50 percent ownership interest in Gateway Health and has always supported the Gateway mission. Read more.
UnitedHealthcare | Medicare Advantage Guaranteed Issue Trial Right Period
Effective immediately, the Medicare Advantage (MA) Guaranteed Issue Trial Right period for AARP Medicare Supplement Insurance Plans f rom UnitedHealthcare is 12 months in all states where underwriting is permitted, except ME. Read more.
UPMC Health Plan | UPMC Announces Leslie Davis to Succeed Jeffrey Romoff as President and CEO
UPMC today announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously selected Leslie C. Davis to succeed Jeffrey Romoff as President and CEO, effective Aug. 1, 2021. During her 17 years at UPMC, Ms. Davis has demonstrated a commitment to both clinical excellence and building relationships with patients, doctors, employees, leaders, and communities. This experience leaves her exceptionally well-qualified to lead a large organization like UPMC to future success and growth at such a critical time for the health care and insurance industries. Read more.
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Top-Referring Agent Bonus
The top-referring agent will earn 100,000 Partner⭐Points. Read more.
Orion referral contest
Five lucky agents who refer business will be drawn at random to win 20,000 Partner⭐Points. Read more.
Lumico | Want to earn a $1,000 CASH BONUS from Elips Life???
Lumico Medigap Solutions underwritten by Elips Life Insurance Company is the clear choice in Med Supp plans. Now, all agents appointed to sell Elips Life can earn big rewards with the new Fast Start Bonus! Read more.
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Highmark | You Don't Want to Miss This: Highmark's Medicare Rollout Meetings Are Back!
If you're interested in learning about new and exciting 2022 products and how to grown your business, these meetings are for you. We have meetings scheduled at locations across all the states we serve, and some virtual options, so please register for the event date/time/location that works best for you! Register now!
Humana | Find Out How Med Supp Can Help Boost Your Sales in Our New Podcast Series
Have your biggest Med Supp questions answered and hear from experienced Agents who will share their thoughts on how you can expand your book of business in this three-part Med Supp podcast series. Hear what’s worked for them and what opportunities Med Supp plans could offer you and your clients. Register now!
UnitedHealthcare | 2022 Certifications Now Open in Learning Lab!
UnitedHealthcare is excited to announce that starting today, you can certify to sell 2022 UnitedHealthcare Medicare Solutions products in Learning Lab. We’ve simplified the content so you can get started on passing your assessments faster. Content to study is now available in one reference guide. You may read all of the content or just focus on the sections you need to review. After reviewing, take the required assessments and any optional product assessments you need. Read more.
UPMC for Life | 2021 Lock-In Trainings are Live!
UPMC is excited to announce that their virtual lock-in trainings have been updated and are now live on the Broker Training site! Register now.
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