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.
Three Retirement Income Crises Are Brewing. Are Your Clients Ready?
By Ric EdelmanAdvisors are likely unfamiliar with two of these looming threats — and have not altered their advice to clients.
November 08, 2023
Medicare Agency May Slash 2025 Broker Support Services PaymentsThe proposal would kill the current compliance support system and lead to increased premiums, a benefits group executive says.
October 30, 2023
How the 2024 Social Security COLA Will Affect MedicareIt's important to understand the upcoming changes when helping clients select plans.
October 26, 2023
10 Worst States for Diabetes NowMore than 10% of clients are heading toward retirement with an anvil around their neck.
October 25, 2023
Clients Need Firm Medicare Marketing Rules: David LunaThe former police officer sees the changes helping local agents compete with call centers to guide plan decisions.
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.