Medicare Marketing Minutes | April 14th

News in this issue: 

• CMS announced a 2.48% payment increase for Medicare Advantage; the initial proposal was flat, 0.09%.This is a win, but it will still be interesting to see how plans lay out their benefits for 2027. Health Insurers Get a 2.5% Medicare Rate Hike They Feared Would Be Flat
• Humana household discount rules: PA recently changed from a roommate (enhanced) discount to multi-insured. There is still a 12% discount still but need both members in household to be on a Humana plan to qualify. Read more. 
• Medico/Wellabe had a decrease in their commissions we are seeing 2% typically across the board. “Starting May 1, 2026, Wellabe will adjust Medicare Supplement commission payments for new business across all sales levels. On average, commissions will be reduced by about 2 points. You can view your updated commission schedule in the agent portal on the Commissions page.” Read more.
• Ameritas dental anticipating 5-7% increase in premium, see plans here: Affordable Dental Insurance and Vision Plans - Ameritas MyPlan
• Step up to the plate as a newly appointed agent with Globe Life and Accident Insurance Company (GLA)! A new incentive where you could win up to $2,500 in Amazon gift cards.
• Join UnitedHealthcare on Arpil 24th at 9am for an online session as part of a new virtual "mini-training" series for agents selling in PA and DE. This webinar will focus on Underwriting (including a review of the questions, and UHC tools). This is a great way to deepen your knowledge about specific AARP Medicare Supplement topics. Register now.

Medicare Marketing Minutes | February 17th

News in this issue: 

• Commission updates: Initial commission payments have gone out, with additional business expected on February and March statements. Please review your statements carefully and report any discrepancies to ensure you are fully compensated.
• CMS advance notice of .09% new average payment proposal.
• Medicare Carrier decreases in the stock market.
• Join URL & Mike Story, Training Director with Physicians Mutual to review the benefits of discussing ancillary products during your Medicare appointments. He will review how their plans truly benefit your clients and the cross-selling advantage. Register now. 
• Requoting old Medicare Supplements clients for new rates.
• Marketing during lock-in for turning 65s is vital for growing your book.
• Get ready for the Gemini relaunch.
• Ready to grow? We connect expanding agencies with independent agents looking for the right support.
• Check out Medicare Conferences for the future of our industry.

Medicare Marketing Minutes | January 13th

News in this issue: 

• MA-OEP what you can and can’t do. Get more strategies.
• Plan terminations and how it affects Medicare Supplements
• Join us for our live workshop on January 22nd at 10am, designed for Medicare and health insurance agents who want to uncover new revenue streams and deliver greater value to clients. Register now. 
• Don’t miss URL’s leadership webinar exploring the most impactful ancillary products to discuss during client appointments by line of business. Register now.
• Get familiar with how CSNP works and why this product type continues to grow in popularity. Register now. 
• Prepare for the 2026 DSNP landscape with an overview of products, training, plan features, and upcoming updates from URL and UHC. Register now. 

Medicare Marketing Minutes | November 18th

News in this issue: 

• Humana PDP is pulled off enrollment systems
• Hospital Indemnity and where it can make sense
• Capital Blue Cross: Med Supp rate change
• Check out Aetna's hospital financial assistance programs
• Jefferson PPO Commission Changes
• Important communications Highmark
• Important updates from Humana
• Suppressed MAPD plans (CBC) – current list of all suppressed plans
• UPMC: Broker update

Messages you may have missed:

• Temporary suppression of select CBC plans
• Slowing enrollment this AEP
• How's your AEP going?
• Focus on the AEP, we'll handle the rest