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  • Your Clients May Not Be Automatically Enrolled in Medicare
    Will your clients be automatically enrolled in Medicare? Maybe not. There's more to Medicare enrollment than your clients may think. And there are a few factors that they should know about prior to turning 65 or retiring. In this episode of our Agent Survival Guide Podcast, we cover the ins and outs so you can teach your clients what you expect.
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  • Your Clients May Not Be Automatically Enrolled in Medicare

     

    Will your clients be automatically enrolled in Medicare? Maybe not. There's more to Medicare enrollment than your clients may think. And there are a few factors that they should know about prior to turning 65 or retiring. In this episode of our Agent Survival Guide Podcast, we cover the ins and outs so you can teach your clients what you expect.

     

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    Mentioned in this episode:

     

    CMS: Enrolling in Medicare Part A & Part B


    How to Apply Online for Medicare Only


    Should I Enroll in Medicare When I’m First Eligible?


    Social Security Administration: Medicare Benefits

     

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    5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans


    Ready to rock your Medicare Advantage sales goals this AEP? Learn five ways you can make this Annual Enrollment Period your most successful yet. Our tips can help you grow your commissions and your book of business.


    Examining the Part B Premium Giveback


    Lower your clients’ Medicare Advantage costs with the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback! Learn more about how this unique plan benefit works.


    Understanding Medicare Advantage Enrollment Periods


    Medicare Advantage has different enrollment periods than Medicare Supplements. What are the Med Advantage enrollment periods? How and when do your Medicare clients qualify for them? Get the answers to your MA enrollment period questions right now!

     

    The latest from Ritter’s Blog:

     

    How to Keep Your Product Portfolio Fresh


    As an agent in the Medicare insurance industry, you need to stay competitive. An effective way to do this is by routinely examining your portfolio to determine if you’re prepared to work at your full potential.


    5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans


    With the Annual Enrollment Period approaching, you may be strategizing to have more success selling Medicare Advantage plans this year.


    The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications


    Two brand-new features have been added to our comprehensive agent dashboard. Say “hello” to the Drug Cost Estimator and prefilled applications!

     

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  • October 9, 2020 | The Friday Five
    The Friday Five for October 9, 2020:
    - Last Chance for a Stimulus Deal?
    - Walmart will sell Medicare plans this AEP
    - Clover Health Goes Public
    - CVSHealth's Aetna MA expansion for 2021
    - Apple announces iPhone event
    10 min
  • October 9, 2020 | The Friday Five

     

    The Friday Five for October 9, 2020:
    • Last Chance for a Stimulus Deal?
  • Walmart will sell Medicare plans this AEP
  • Clover Health Goes Public
  • CVSHealth's Aetna MA expansion for 2021
  • Apple announces iPhone event
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    Mentioned in this episode:

     

    Aetna 2021 Medicare plans focus on total health and making care more affordable and convenient


    Apple Announces Digital-Only Event to Be Held on October 13: iPhone 12 Expected


    Chamath Palihapitiya to take Clover Health public in another SPAC deal worth $3.7 billion


    CVS Health’s Aetna To Sell Medicare Advantage In 115 More U.S. Counties


    House approves $2.2 trillion stimulus plan from Democrats with no bipartisan deal in sight


    iPhone 12, AirPods Studio: What else could Apple announce on Oct. 13?


    Instagram’s 10th birthday release introduces a Stories Map, custom icons and more


    Instagram Turns 10: How the App Helped Democratize Art


    Instagram turns 20 on this day in 2030


    Squawk Pod By CNBC – Apple | Spotify | Google


    Tech investor Chamath Palihapitiya best big on Medicare Advantage provider


    Trump calls on Congress to pass COVID relief after calling off negotiations


    Trump makes U-turn on Covid stimulus Stephen Miller tests positive and the vice presidential debate


    Walmart launches health insurance plans in time for Medicare open enrollment


    Walmart to sell Medicare plans in latest healthcare push

     

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    October 2, 2020 | The Friday Five


    The Friday Five for October 2, 2020: 2021 Medicare Part B Premium, Stimulus relief talks start up again, Molina acquires Affinity Health Plan, CMS estimates low MA premiums for 2021, Anthem and Humana tackle food insecurity


    5 Tips for Using Medicareful to Sell More Medicare Plans


    Get the tool that can help you sell more Medicare plans - Medicareful! These are just some of the highlights: Electronic PTC and SOA in one, quote and enroll clients remotely, and store client prescription drug info in the Ritter Platform. Learn more and get your own FREE Medicareful site today!


    International Podcast Day 2020


    Happy International Podcast Day! 2020 has certainly been a year to, er, remember. There’s a lot of that reflected in this year’s episode. But there’s also a fair bit of fun. Sarah shares it all in this episode – podcast recommendations, standout episodes, updates, bonus content, and more, including what makes her want to listen.


    Navigating Insurance Sales During the Medicare AEP & COVID


    AEP is coming and COVID-19 is still here. What does that mean for your Medicare sales and commissions this year? Learn how to pivot your sales strategy and adapt your business to sell Medicare Advantage, Med Supp, and Medicare Part D Prescription plans compliantly during AEP and the pandemic. We're here to help you do it!


    Understanding Medicare Advantage Enrollment Periods


    Medicare Advantage has different enrollment periods than Medicare Supplements. What are the Med Advantage enrollment periods? How and when do your Medicare clients qualify for them? Get the answers to your MA enrollment period questions right now!

     

    The latest from Ritter’s Blog:

     

    How Much Can Insurance Agents Make Selling Medicare?


    If you’re considering selling Medicare, you likely want to know how much you can earn from it. We’re covering the basics, including how working with an FMO can affect your commissions, to give you a good idea!


    Carriers and Plans Participating in CMS Model to Save Consumers on Insulin Costs


    Beginning with the 2021 plan year, select Part D sponsors will offer beneficiaries PDPs that “provide supplemental benefits for insulin in the coverage gap phase of the Part D benefit.”


    2021 Plans Are Now Available on the Medicare Quote Engine


    We have some exciting news to get you ready for AEP! All 2021 Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug plan details are now available on Ritter Insurance Marketing’s Medicare Quote Engine.

     

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    10 min
  • Examining the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback

     

    Lower your clients’ Medicare Advantage costs with the Medicare Part B Premium Giveback! Learn more about how this unique plan benefit works.

     

    Read the text version.

     

    Mentioned in this episode:

     

    2020 Medicare Parts A & B Premiums and Deductibles


    Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing – It’s FREE!

     

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    2021 Maximum Broker Commissions for Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D


    CMS recently released the 2021 maximum broker commissions for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D. Find out the dollar amounts you could receive for writing MA and PDP business this AEP.


    5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans


    Ready to rock your Medicare Advantage sales goals this AEP? Learn five ways you can make this Annual Enrollment Period your most successful yet. Our tips can help you grow your commissions and your book of business.


    How to Sell Medicare Advantage Plans – FREE Guide


    Get ready to find out what selling Medicare Advantage is all about! Whether you’re already an insurance agent selling Medicare or you’re transitioning to MA sales, we want to help you build your career. Our eBook is packed with information on Medicare Advantage – certification, contracting, sales pitches, cross-selling tips, training, marketing, and more! Wondering who qualifies for MA plans or when you can enroll your clients? We answer those questions, and give you an AEP Ready-to-Sell Checklist, FAQs on AHIP, and info on enrolling clients online with Medicareful. Download your copy of our FREE eBook today!

     

    The latest from Ritter’s Blog:

     

    How to Keep Your Product Portfolio Fresh


    As an agent in the Medicare insurance industry, you need to stay competitive. An effective way to do this is by routinely examining your portfolio to determine if you’re prepared to work at your full potential.


    5 Tips for Selling Medicare Advantage Plans


    With the Annual Enrollment Period approaching, you may be strategizing to have more success selling Medicare Advantage plans this year.


    The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications


    Two brand-new features have been added to our comprehensive agent dashboard. Say “hello” to the Drug Cost Estimator and prefilled applications!

     

    Subscribe & Follow:

     

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    6 min
  • 2021 Plans Are Now Available on the Medicare Quote Engine

     

    Get the quoting tools that help simplify your insurance sales process! With the 2021 Annual Enrollment Period just around the corner, we’re talking tools, specifically Ritter’s Medicare Quote Engine. Learn how you can get access in time for AEP!

     

    Read the text version.

     

    Register for your FREE RitterIM.com account

     

    Mentioned in this episode:

     

    Learn more about Medicareful


    Online Contracting with Ritter Insurance Marketing


    Ritter’s Medicare Quote Engine


    The Ritter Platform

     

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    October 2, 2020 | The Friday Five


    The Friday Five for October 2, 2020: 2021 Medicare Part B Premium, stimulus relief talks start up again, Molina acquires Affinity Health Plan, CMS estimates low MA premiums for 2021, Anthem and Humana tackle food insecurity.


    5 Tips for Using Medicareful to Sell More Medicare Plans


    Get the tool that can help you sell more Medicare plans - Medicareful! These are just some of the highlights: Electronic PTC and SOA in one, quote and enroll clients remotely, and store client prescription drug info in the Ritter Platform. Learn more and get your own FREE Medicareful site today!


    International Podcast Day 2020


    Happy International Podcast Day! 2020 has certainly been a year to, er, remember. There’s a lot of that reflected in this year’s episode. But there’s also a fair bit of fun. Sarah shares it all in this episode – podcast recommendations, standout episodes, updates, bonus content, and more, including what makes her want to listen.


    Navigating Insurance Sales During the Medicare AEP & COVID


    AEP is coming and COVID-19 is still here. What does that mean for your Medicare sales and commissions this year? Learn how to pivot your sales strategy and adapt your business to sell Medicare Advantage, Med Supp, and Medicare Part D Prescription plans compliantly during AEP and the pandemic. We're here to help you do it!


    Understanding Medicare Advantage Enrollment Periods


    Medicare Advantage has different enrollment periods than Medicare Supplements. What are the Med Advantage enrollment periods? How and when do your Medicare clients qualify for them? Get the answers to your MA enrollment period questions right now!

     

    The latest from Ritter’s Blog:

     

    7 Powerful Practices for Selling Prescription Drug Plans


    Everyone on Medicare needs credible prescription drug coverage. If you’re offering Medicare Advantage only plans or Medigap plans, you can easily earn more selling prescription drug insurance. We’ll tell you how! 


    How to Use the New Medicare Plan Finder & FAQs


    As the Annual Enrollment Period approaches, it’s important to be aware of changes affecting the tools and resources you use and understand how to navigate through any updates.


    4 Steps to Finding the Perfect PDP for Your Client


    One vital tool that we recommend every agent become familiar with is our new Drug Cost Estimator within the Ritter Platform. Knowing the tool exists is one thing, but making it work for you and your clients is another.

     

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    5 min
  • October 2, 2020 | The Friday Five
    The Friday Five for October 2, 2020:
    - 2021 Medicare Part B Premium
    - Stimulus relief talks start up again
    - Molina acquires Affinity Health Plan
    - CMS estimates low MA premiums for 2021
    - Anthem and Humana tackle food insecurity
    8 min
  • October 2, 2020 | The Friday Five

     

    The Friday Five for October 2, 2020:
    • 2021 Medicare Part B Premium
  • Stimulus relief talks start up again
  • Molina acquires Affinity Health Plan
  • CMS estimates low MA premiums for 2021
  • Anthem and Humana tackle food insecurity
  • Call the ASG Podcast Hotline at 1-717-562-7211
    Mentioned in this episode:

    Congress may cap Medicare Part B premium spike for 2021


    How Anthem, Humana quickly moved to meet food insecurity needs of MA members due to COVID-19


    Joey King to Star and Exec Produce Netflix’s Adaptation of ‘Uglies’ With McG Directing


    Mnuchin says he is ‘hopeful’ White House and Democrats can strike coronavirus stimulus deal


    Molina To Buy Affinity Health Plan For $380 Million in Medicaid Deal


    Trump Administration Announces Historically Low Medicare Advantage Premiums and New Payment Model to Make Insulin Affordable Again for Seniors

     

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    September 25, 2020 | The Friday Five


    The Friday Five for September 25, 2020: Walmart Testing Drone Delivery, Social Security Outflow 2021, Latest Microsoft Teams Updates, How Anxiety Affects You, and Apple iOS14 & Productivity


    5 Tips for Using Medicareful to Sell More Medicare Plans


    Get the tool that can help you sell more Medicare plans - Medicareful! These are just some of the highlights: Electronic PTC and SOA in one, quote and enroll clients remotely, and store client prescription drug info in the Ritter Platform. Learn more and get your own FREE Medicareful site today!


    International Podcast Day 2020


    Happy International Podcast Day! 2020 has certainly been a year to, er, remember. There’s a lot of that reflected in this year’s episode. But there’s also a fair bit of fun. Sarah shares it all in this episode – podcast recommendations, standout episodes, updates, bonus content, and more, including what makes her want to listen.


    Navigating Insurance Sales During the Medicare AEP & COVID


    AEP is coming and COVID-19 is still here. What does that mean for your Medicare sales and commissions this year? Learn how to pivot your sales strategy and adapt your business to sell Medicare Advantage, Med Supp, and Medicare Part D Prescription plans compliantly during AEP and the pandemic. We're here to help you do it!


    Understanding Medicare Advantage Enrollment Periods


    Medicare Advantage has different enrollment periods than Medicare Supplements. What are the Med Advantage enrollment periods? How and when do your Medicare clients qualify for them? Get the answers to your MA enrollment period questions right now!

     

    The latest from Ritter’s Blog:

     

    7 Powerful Practices for Selling Prescription Drug Plans


    Everyone on Medicare needs credible prescription drug coverage. If you’re offering Medicare Advantage only plans or Medigap plans, you can easily earn more selling prescription drug insurance. We’ll tell you how! 


    How to Use the New Medicare Plan Finder & FAQs


    As the Annual Enrollment Period approaches, it’s important to be aware of changes affecting the tools and resources you use and understand how to navigate through any updates.


    4 Steps to Finding the Perfect PDP for Your Client


    One vital tool that we recommend every agent become familiar with is our new Drug Cost Estimator within the Ritter Platform. Knowing the tool exists is one thing, but making it work for you and your clients is another.

     

    Subscribe & Follow:

     

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    Connect on social:

     

    Facebook


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    LinkedIn

     

    8 min

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