Coffee with Chris

Chris talks to Mike Harris, Executive VP of Business Development for our partners at GarityAdvantage to discuss:

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Imperial Health Plans joined the NV market last year, but they didn't charge in with an aggressive takeover plan. So, what are they doing here and what their plans? In this episode, Chris talks with Stephen Klaus, Director of Sales and Marketing for Imperial Health, about Imperial's story, what makes them unique, where they are headed in the future - and what type brokers they are looking for to partner with. 

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Chris talks to Selecthealth about their history, values, culture, and where they are heading in the NV market. 

With Guest Speakers:

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In this bonus episode, Chris talks with guest Joe Amato, Admin Account Manager for BBPBenefits Administration to discuss what COBRA is, who it's for, and how the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) has impacted COBRA benefits. 

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In Healthcare related industries, we keep hearing the buzzwords - Managed Care vs. Fee for Service. 

What's the difference?  Which is better? Why are we shifting to Managed Care? How does this change the relationship with my doctor?

Chris talks to Dr. Medina Culver, D.O. from Wikler Family Practice to answer all these questions and more. 

Chris introduces Tricia Koteras, Senior Territory Manager - West Region for GarityAdvantage Agencies.  Carothers Insurance is partners with GarityAdvantage in the NV market- offering National Medicare Products and sales resources for brokers. Chris and Tricia cover a high-level view of current industry trends, products, marketing and workflow resources around COVID. 

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One of the most misunderstood topics in comprehensive planning, Chris seeks straight forward concepts about the subject that you’ll find both surprising and appealing. With Guest Larry Moore, Regional Vice President for National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL). 

Chris interviews Elizabeth Maya,  Outreach Specialist for Health Plan of Nevada, about Medicaid in our community. The intricacies of eligibility, the variety of benefits, and the plethora of community resources that many may not know about, but could really benefit from during times of crisis. 

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Medicare OEP is happening now - what does that mean for brokers?  Mary Granger, Broker Relations Manager for Humana joins Chris to review what OEP is, compliance during this period, and most important--what brokers CAN DO to grow their business in the first Quarter.

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Chris talks to James Douglas, with Friday Health Plans, about shopping the labyrinth of healthcare options in our current employer health market.  Clouded by ACA, tax rules, and eligibility - they break down the mysteries of  QSEHRAs & ICHRAs, the difference between them, and their purpose in today's new company cultures.