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Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Explanation: Humana "Notice of State Specific Appointment Termination" What is this email? This is an automated administrative notification triggered by Humana’s annual "Appointment Cleanup" process. It is a standard procedure used to...

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Your health coverage just got a major upgrade — exclusively because you're part of Integrity! Introducing the Integrity Health Plan — the first of its kind health plan built for independent agents and advisors like you! Why the...

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Humana Hierarchy Freeze Update: Key Dates to Know Humana has announced an upcoming hierarchy freeze open window, giving agents and agencies a limited opportunity to make changes before restrictions resume. Below is a summary of the...

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Baylor Scott & White Health Plan: Agent UpdateBaylor Scott & White Health Plan has announced it will exit the Texas Medicaid Managed Care Program effective August 31, 2026, and will discontinue individual ACA marketplace plans after...

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

CMS CY 2027 Final Rule: Quick Overview for AgentsThe CMS CY 2027 Final Rule streamlines agent processes while maintaining strong consumer protections. The focus has shifted from rigid timing rules to clarity, transparency, and consumer...

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Tuesday, April 7, 2026

ROY (Rest of Year): How Agents Can Stay Productive Outside Enrollment SeasonROY (Rest of Year) is a quieter time for plan changes that still offers meaningful opportunities when a client qualifies for a Special Enrollment Period (SEP)...

Thursday, April 2, 2026

Three Marketplace Reminders Agents Should Keep on Their Radar Right NowStaying on top of Marketplace requirements can help prevent coverage disruptions for clients and avoid unnecessary issues during the year. Here are three timely...

Friday, March 20, 2026

Why Some Medicare Advantage Enrollees May Need to Switch Plans in 2026Medicare Advantage has become the most popular form of Medicare coverage, now serving more than half of all eligible beneficiaries. As the program continues to grow,...

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Protecting Your Medicare Support When You Move: How Plan Advisors Keeps You ConnectedRelocating in retirement can bring excitement, new experiences, and a fresh environment. But as you plan your move, one of the most important...

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

The Art of Landing Client ReferralsEvery Medicare Sales Specialist dreams of the day when referrals come in so steadily that marketing feels optional. While that may not happen overnight, there are practical habits you can build now to...

Friday, February 20, 2026

CMS Proposes New Rules to Lower Health Care Costs and Expand Consumer ChoiceThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has introduced a new proposal aimed at lowering health care costs, expanding coverage options, and improving...

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

5 Quick Tips for Helping Your Parents With Medicare in 2026Helping your parents navigate Medicare in 2026 doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. These five simple tips can make the process easier and help you support them with confidence.1...

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Why Hospital Indemnity Plans Are a Game‑Changer for Your Clients in 2026Hospital bills can add up quickly, even for people with good insurance. Many clients don’t realize how much they may still owe until after a hospital stay. That’s...

Monday, February 16, 2026

CMS Sets 2028 Maximum Fair Prices for 15 Medicare DrugsMedicare is taking another important step toward lowering prescription drug costs. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has announced the next group of 15 medications...

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Top Social Media Strategies That Actually Work for Insurance AgentsSocial media can feel overwhelming, but you don’t need to be a marketing expert to see results. A few consistent habits can help you build trust, show your personality,...

Monday, February 2, 2026

Medicare Clarity Builds Confidence—and LoyaltyMedicare can be hard to understand. There are many plans, rules, deadlines, and costs. For many people, this can feel confusing and stressful. When clients don’t understand their coverage,...

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Lack of Certification Termination ProjectThis year, UnitedHealthcare will not be providing initial certification reports, as certification statuses are changing daily and the files are large. The top NMA in an agent’s hierarchy will be...

Friday, January 16, 2026

Why Medicare Special Needs Plans Are Worth ConsideringMedicare Special Needs Plans (SNPs) give agents the opportunity to serve beneficiaries with specific healthcare or financial needs while expanding their book of business. As a type...

Monday, January 12, 2026

This communication shares important updates regarding the Flex Card program for Highmark D-SNP members, along with key reminders related to agent protocols and call handling. Understanding and cooperation are essential as a high volume...

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

HealthSpringForBrokers (HFB) and their new business technology is now live for all Medicare Advantage (MA), Prescription Drug Plan (PDP), and HealthSpring Supplemental Benefits (HSB) brokers! In addition to a refreshed broker portal,...

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Did you know that there is a Special Election Period (SEP) for individuals whose plan or contract is terminated or non-renewed? This includes individuals impacted by service area reductions.The End of Coverage (EOC) SEP can be used...

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

As an agent or broker, you can earn revenue every time one of your clients uses their CleverRX card to save money on their prescription drugs. This is a great way to help your clients save money and also earn some extra income for...

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Discover how HealthSherpa can empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in writing Federally Facilitated Marketplace (FFM) or ACA (Obamacare) plans, efficiently managing your clients, and implementing policies with the...