In this interview, I talk with the Director of the Idaho Department of Insurance - Dean Cameron - who is standing up to major Medicare Advantage insurance companies. These companies are eliminating commissions for Medicare agents and brokers, making it harder than ever for beneficiaries to get qualified, personalized help during the Annual Enrollment Period.

Watch this video for more background on the problem:

https://youtu.be/FpfTE-hsJag

We cover:

• What insurance companies are doing to steer seniors

• How this impacts retirees trying to choose a plan

• What states like Idaho and others are doing to fight back

• The growing concern about access and transparency in Medicare

If you're on Medicare or helping a loved one with coverage, this will help you stay informed and prepared. You deserve clear, unbiased guidance—not confusion and corporate greed.

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⏰ TIME CODES ⏰

0:00 Dean Cameron

0:38 Steering Issues In Medicare

5:28 How Companies Bid Plans

6:55 Unfair Practices

9:40 Why it Matters for Seniors

14:45 What States Are Getting Involved

20:16 CMS' Intervention Wish List

22:36 Carriers Strong-Arming Agents

25:05 Does it Get Worse Next Year?

27:19 Director Cameron's Ideal Outcome

31:08 How You Can Help

35:29 Director Cameron's Perspective

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