Medicare Planning
Medicare planning news and analysis, including coverage of the Medicare Advantage program, Medicare supplement insurance, the Medicare Part D prescription drug program, and Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly plans.
How the 2024 Social Security COLA Will Affect Medicare
By Bethany CissellIt's important to understand the upcoming changes when helping clients select plans.
October 23, 2023
Medicare Plan Chief Hails Local Brokers, Blasts Distribution Giants at Senate HearingKrista Hoglund of Wisconsin-based Security Health Plan calls for new total compensation caps and comp disclosure rules.
October 13, 2023
Standard Medicare Part B Premium Set to Rise 5.9% in 2024That compares with a 3.2% Social Security cost-of-living adjustment.
October 12, 2023
Top 5 States for Medicare Drug Plan Agent-Broker Comp IncreasesOne sign of strong insurer interest: The index is up about 16% in the typical state.
October 11, 2023
12 Worst States for Medicare Advantage Sales CompIn some states, independent agents and brokers could get about 50% more than in other states.
October 11, 2023
Medicare Advantage vs. Original Medicare: How to Help Clients ChooseMedicare open enrollment starts Oct. 15, and retired clients have choices to make. Here's what to consider.
October 10, 2023
Insurer-Backed Bill Could Expand Access to Medicare Advantage ExtrasRep. Gus Bilirakis wants to expand access to benefits like grocery discounts and homemaker help.
September 28, 2023
Free Medicare Benefits May Not Really Be FreeMedicare Advantage plans are fishing for your clients. Watch for hidden hooks.