2021-02

  The Friday Five for February 26, 2021: President Biden nominates CMS Administrator CMMI Admin picked by Biden Administration Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine News Fighting Zoom Fatigue YouTube Supervised Experiences   Mentioned in this episode:   Biden Picks Health Policy Veteran to Run CMS Biden selects Chiquita Brooks-LaSure as first Black woman to run Medicare Dunkin’ adds avocado toast, matcha-topped doughnut and blueberry matcha latte to its spring menu FDA review confirms safety and efficacy of single-shot Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine, especially against severe cases Report: Obama administration veteran Fowler tapped to head CMMI Sick of all those video calls? Four ways to get over ‘Zoom fatigue’ Youtube’s ‘supervised experiences’ help parents choose what content their kids can see Youtube Will Introduce Supervised Accounts with Parental Controls for Teens and Tweens   More episodes you’ll like:   February 19, 2021 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for February 19, 2021: Humana launches new pilot program, Remote work tips for 2021, KFF study on COVID-19 vaccination so far, News about LastPass and alternatives and Microsoft Edge Kids Mode Best Practices for Writing an Email to Your Insurance Clients Write emails with confidence! We outline the best (and easy to implement!) practices for insurance agents to use when emailing clients. Medicareful 2020 Year-in-Review: Here’s What We Accomplished What is Medicareful? How does it work? If you've been looking for a tool that combines online enrollment, client-facing plan quotes, drug cost estimates, a free CMS-compliant website, and more... don't miss this episode! We review updates to the Medicareful platform over the past year, and what our agents achieved while using it!   Articles to Share with Your Clients:   Living with Visual Impairment Our vision is one of our most important senses, dictating much of how we interact with the world. If you're experiencing visual impairment, there are ways to not let it impact your quality of life as much. The Benefits of Healthy Proteins Proteins are an important part of any meal, but too much can be unhealthy for our hearts. Here's why proteins are so healthy for us and sources of lean protein to incorporate in your diet. The Truth About Expiration Dates If you find food in the fridge that's past its Best By date, that means throw it out since it's expired, right? Let's look into the truth about Expiration Dates.   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Ritter is More Than Medicare & Our New Team Brand Shows Why When selling Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement policies, it’s important to remember that More than Medicare products are the missing pieces of the puzzle. Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents If you have a client who enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan but wants to go (back) to Original Medicare, they may qualify for a Medicare Advantage trial right! This would allow them to update their coverage outside of the Annual Enrollment Period. Ritter Continues Expansion, Acquires Ohio-Based Quick Insured Brokerage Ritter has announced its merger with Ohio-based Quick Insured Brokerage (QIB), an independent wholesale brokerage agency.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Get ready to improve your PDP selling strategy! We cover 7 best practices for insurance agents selling Medicare Part D prescription drug plans. These tips will help you save time and they're easy to implement.   Read the text version.   Mentioned in this episode:   2 Million Medicare Beneficiaries Missing Out On Discounted Drug Coverage 4 basic health insurance terms 96% of Americans don’t understand 4 Steps to Finding the Perfect PDP for Your Client 4 Tips for Making a Better Insurance Sales Pitch Building Client Loyalty: More than Just a Plan Extra Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Costs How to Save Your Clients Money on Prescription Drugs Medicare’s Pharmaceutical Assistance Program Medicare.gov Official Site No Itch to Switch: Few Medicare Beneficiaries Switch Plans During the Open Enrollment Period Safe, Easy Medicare Enrollments Online! Learn more about Medicareful The Complete Guide to Client Loyalty and Retention The Part D SEP Triggers That Can Help You Post-AEP The Ritter Platform Launches New Drug Cost Estimator and Prefilled Applications To Switch or Not to Switch: Are Medicare Beneficiaries Switching Drug Plans to Save Money? Why are Part D Prescription Drug Plans So Different?   More episodes you’ll like:   How to Save Your Clients Money on Prescription Drugs Master the art of selling Part D Prescription Drug Plans. Use these tips the next time you're pitching PDP. Medicareful 2020 Year-in-Review: Here’s What We Accomplished What is Medicareful? How does it work? If you've been looking for a tool that combines online enrollment, client-facing plan quotes, drug cost estimates, a free CMS-compliant website, and more... don't miss this episode! We review updates to the Medicareful platform over the past year, and what our agents achieved while using it! Why are Part D Prescription Drug Plans So Different? Become an expert on Part D Prescription Plans! We break down what these plans include, tips on how to sell them, and more!   Articles to Share with Your Clients:   Internet Safety Tips for Seniors The internet can be an entertaining and informative place, but there's also a darker side to it. It's easy to fall prey to scams, identity theft, or bad information. Here are a few internet safety tips so you can protect yourself online. The Benefits of Healthy Proteins Proteins are an important part of any meal, but too much can be unhealthy for our hearts. Here's why proteins are so healthy for us and sources of lean protein to incorporate in your diet. The Coverage Rules for Medicare Part D Plans You've come to rely on your Medicare Part D plan to give you coverage for your prescription drugs, but there are rules that govern this coverage and its limits. What are they?   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents If you have a client who enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan but wants to go (back) to Original Medicare, they may qualify for a Medicare Advantage trial right! This would allow them to update their coverage outside of the Annual Enrollment Period. Ritter Continues Expansion, Acquires Ohio-Based Quick Insured Brokerage Ritter has announced its merger with Ohio-based Quick Insured Brokerage (QIB), an independent wholesale brokerage agency. Ritter and HTA Financial Services Merge Medicare Wholesale Businesses Ritter Insurance Marketing is excited to announce the merger of HTA Financial Services (HTA) and Ritter’s wholesale Medicare business.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Write emails with confidence! We outline the best (and easy to implement!) practices for insurance agents to use when emailing clients.   Read the text version.   Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing   Mentioned in this episode:   19 Tips to Write Catchy Email Subject Lines [+ Examples] Bad Writing Is Destroying Your Company’s Productivity Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance How to Follow up with Medicare Clients Compliantly How to Get Started in Medicare Sales How to Write a Professional Email Ritter Can Help You Stay in Touch with Your Clients The Costs of Poor Business Writing [Statistics, Examples, & Case Studies] The danger of overusing exclamation marks The Importance of Proofreading in the Workforce What’s New in the 2019 Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines? What’s New in the 2020 Medicare Communications and Marketing Guidelines?   More episodes you’ll like:   February 19, 2021 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for February 19, 2021: Humana launches new pilot program, Remote work tips for 2021, KFF study on COVID-19 vaccination so far, News about LastPass and alternatives, and Microsoft Edge Kids Mode. How Client Retention Boosts Your Insurance Sales Master the art of treating your client as the renewal, not their policy. Learn why building relationships with your current clients is more beneficial (and cost effective!) than courting new ones. How to Be an Adaptable Insurance Agent Do you go with the flow, or do you like a little more control? Find out why adaptability is a great skill for insurance agents to master. Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents Learn more about the Medicare Advantage Trial Right Period. If you have a client who enrolled in Medicare Advantage but wants to go back to Original Medicare, they may qualify. Listen to find out more about how it works! Medicareful 2020 Year-in-Review: Here’s What We Accomplished What is Medicareful? How does it work? If you've been looking for a tool that combines online enrollment, client-facing plan quotes, drug cost estimates, a free CMS-compliant website, and more... don't miss this episode! We review updates to the Medicareful platform over the past year, and what our agents achieved while using it!   Articles to Share with Your Clients:   Do Doctors Have to Disclose Conflicts of Interest? Conflicts of interest can influence a doctor's decision-making and ruin patient trust. Reporting and sharing medical conflicts of interest are essential to protecting against them. Is Exercise for Seniors with Arthritis Good? When it comes to easing arthritis pain, the right arthritis-friendly exercises can be a great solution. Here's why exercise for seniors with arthritis is such a good idea. Mood Foods: A Breakfast That Boosts Your Mood Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for a number of reasons, but it's critical to boosting your mood so you can greet the day at your best!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents If you have a client who enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan but wants to go (back) to Original Medicare, they may qualify for a Medicare Advantage trial right! This would allow them to update their coverage outside of the Annual Enrollment Period. Ritter Continues Expansion, Acquires Ohio-Based Quick Insured Brokerage Ritter has announced its merger with Ohio-based Quick Insured Brokerage (QIB), an independent wholesale brokerage agency. Ritter and HTA Financial Services Merge Medicare Wholesale Businesses Ritter Insurance Marketing is excited to announce the merger of HTA Financial Services (HTA) and Ritter’s wholesale Medicare business.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  The Friday Five for February 19, 2021: Humana launches new pilot program Remote work tips for 2021 KFF study on COVID-19 vaccination so far News about LastPass and alternatives Microsoft Edge Kids Mode   Mentioned in this episode:   At This Early Stage of the COVID-19 Vaccine Roll-Out, Most Older Adults Have Not Yet Been Vaccinated As Supply Remains Limited Humana Launches Humana Care Support Pilot to Help Medicare Advantage Members to Better Manage Their Chronic Conditions Humana to pilot new tech-enabled chronic care management platform Microsoft Edge is getting a Kids Mode to add ‘guardrails’ to browsing the web Remote Work Isn’t Going Anywhere in 2021. These 9 Tips Can Help Make It Better Six free alternatives to the LastPass password manager The iPhone is getting 217 new emojis in iOS 14.5   More episodes you’ll like:   February 12, 2021 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for February 12, 2021: Clover Health News, Oscar Health News, Consumer Health Insurance Knowledge, Good Health Pass Collaborative, and Removing that Zoom kitten filter Does Your Medicare Sales Approach Satisfy Different Budgets? Your portfolio likely includes different types of insurance for different coverage needs. But what about different financial needs? How do you factor cost into the equation compliantly? How Client Retention Boosts Your Insurance Sales Master the art of treating your client as the renewal, not their policy. Learn why building relationships with your current clients is more beneficial (and cost effective!) than courting new ones. Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents Learn more about the Medicare Advantage Trial Right Period. If you have a client who enrolled in Medicare Advantage but wants to go back to Original Medicare, they may qualify. Listen to find out more about how it works! Medicareful 2020 Year-in-Review: Here’s What We Accomplished What is Medicareful? How does it work? If you've been looking for a tool that combines online enrollment, client-facing plan quotes, drug cost estimates, a free CMS-compliant website, and more... don't miss this episode! We review updates to the Medicareful platform over the past year, and what our agents achieved while using it!   Articles to Share with Your Clients:   5 Ways to Get Dual Citizenship You're interested in reclaiming your heritage with dual nationality, but how do you go about getting dual citizenship? You have a surprising number of options! Do Doctors Have to Disclose Conflicts of Interest? Conflicts of interest can influence a doctor's decision-making and ruin patient trust. Reporting and sharing medical conflicts of interest are essential to protecting against them. The Benefits of Healthy Proteins Proteins are an important part of any meal, but too much can be unhealthy for our hearts. Here's why proteins are so healthy for us and sources of lean protein to incorporate in your diet.   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents If you have a client who enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan but wants to go (back) to Original Medicare, they may qualify for a Medicare Advantage trial right! This would allow them to update their coverage outside of the Annual Enrollment Period. Ritter Continues Expansion, Acquires Ohio-Based Quick Insured Brokerage Ritter has announced its merger with Ohio-based Quick Insured Brokerage (QIB), an independent wholesale brokerage agency. Ritter and HTA Financial Services Merge Medicare Wholesale Businesses Ritter Insurance Marketing is excited to announce the merger of HTA Financial Services (HTA) and Ritter’s wholesale Medicare business.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Did you know that Medicare is about more than just those moments when your clients are sick? Learn more about the health and wellness side of selling insurance.   Read the text version.   See how Medicareful Works! https://www.ritterim.com/agent-tools/medicareful/   Medicareful Living Links   Add ?agent=YOURSLUG to the end of any Medicareful Living link you share, replacing YOURSLUG with your personal agent slug.   Example: Medicareful Living link: https://living.medicareful.com/superfood-snack-hack-kale Personalized Medicareful Living link: https://living.medicareful.com/superfood-snack-hack-kale?agent=YOURSLUG   Mentioned in this episode:   Flu shot: Your best bet for avoiding influenza Getting Started Selling Medicare Supplements Grow your Medicare Business with Medicareful Investopedia: Preventive Services Medicare coverage of preventive care services Medicareful Living New Study: Daily Walk Can Add 7 Years to Your Life Welcome to Medicare preventive visit What is a Medicare Wellness Visit? What You Should Know and Do this Flu Season If You Are 65 Years and Older Why Seniors Should Avoid Isolation   More episodes you’ll like:   February 12, 2021 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for February 12, 2021: Clover Health News, Oscar Health News, Consumer Health Insurance Knowledge, Good Health Pass Collaborative, and Removing that Zoom kitten filter 5 Tips for Using Medicareful to Sell More Medicare Plans Get the tool that can help you sell more Medicare plans - Medicareful! These are just some of the highlights: electronic PTC and SOA in one, quote and enroll clients remotely, and store client prescription drug info in the Ritter Platform! Learn more and get your own FREE Medicareful site today! What to Know About SOAs in Senior Market Sales Have questions about SOAs? Find the answers to your frequently asked questions in this episode all about Scopes of Appointment. We help you stay compliant, whether it’s inside or outside of AEP!   Articles to Share with Your Clients:   How Does Prior Authorization Affect Medicare Coverage? Prior authorization can influence the care and coverage you receive through Medicare, but it influences different parts uniquely. Mood Foods: A Breakfast That Boosts Your Mood Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for a number of reasons, but it's critical to boosting your mood so you can greet the day at your best! What is Dual Citizenship? You may be wondering about dual citizenship. How can someone be a citizen of two countries? Not only is it possible, it may have some unique benefits for your life and family.   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents If you have a client who enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan but wants to go (back) to Original Medicare, they may qualify for a Medicare Advantage trial right! This would allow them to update their coverage outside of the Annual Enrollment Period. Ritter Continues Expansion, Acquires Ohio-Based Quick Insured Brokerage Ritter has announced its merger with Ohio-based Quick Insured Brokerage (QIB), an independent wholesale brokerage agency. Ritter and HTA Financial Services Merge Medicare Wholesale Businesses Ritter Insurance Marketing is excited to announce the merger of HTA Financial Services (HTA) and Ritter’s wholesale Medicare business.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  What is Medicareful? How does it work? If you've been looking for a tool that combines online enrollment, client-facing plan quotes, drug cost estimates, a free CMS-compliant website, and more... don't miss this episode! We review updates to the Medicareful platform over the past year, and what our agents achieved while using it!   Read the text version.   Mentioned in this episode:   5 Must-Haves for Every Agent This AEP 5 Tips for Using Medicareful to Sell More Medicare Plans A Review of the Top Medicare Quote Engines for Insurance Agents Connect with a member of the Ritter team! Medicareful – Safe, Easy Medicare Enrollments Online. Learn More! Prefilled Submissions for Clients on Medicareful   More episodes you’ll like:   February 12, 2021 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for February 12, 2021: Clover Health News, Oscar Health News, Consumer Health Insurance Knowledge, Good Health Pass Collaborative, and Removing that Zoom kitten filter How Client Retention Boosts Your Insurance Sales Master the art of treating your client as the renewal, not their policy. Learn why building relationships with your current clients is more beneficial (and cost effective!) than courting new ones. Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents Learn more about the Medicare Advantage Trial Right Period. If you have a client who enrolled in Medicare Advantage but wants to go back to Original Medicare, they may qualify. Listen to find out more about how it works!   Articles to Share with Your Clients:   Internet Safety Tips for Seniors The internet can be an entertaining and informative place, but there's also a darker side to it. It's easy to fall prey to scams, identity theft, or bad information. Here are a few internet safety tips so you can protect yourself online. Mood Foods: A Breakfast That Boosts Your Mood Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for a number of reasons, but it's critical to boosting your mood so you can greet the day at your best! When Can I Get a COVID-19 Vaccination? There are many questions surrounding the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination. When can you get one? Where? Is it safe? We're giving you some answers and resources where you can find additional information!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents If you have a client who enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan but wants to go (back) to Original Medicare, they may qualify for a Medicare Advantage trial right! This would allow them to update their coverage outside of the Annual Enrollment Period. Ritter Continues Expansion, Acquires Ohio-Based Quick Insured Brokerage Ritter has announced its merger with Ohio-based Quick Insured Brokerage (QIB), an independent wholesale brokerage agency. Ritter and HTA Financial Services Merge Medicare Wholesale Businesses Ritter Insurance Marketing is excited to announce the merger of HTA Financial Services (HTA) and Ritter’s wholesale Medicare business.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  The Friday Five for February 12, 2021: Clover Health News Oscar Health News Consumer Health Insurance Knowledge Good Health Pass Collaborative Removing that Zoom kitten filter   Mentioned in this episode:   19 Easy Recipes for Valentine’s Day 19 Valentine’s Day Dessert Recipes to WOW Your Honey 36+ Valentine’s Day Dessert Recipes 75 Best Valentine’s Day Desserts That Are Perfect for Two Chamath Palihapitiya-backed Clover Health gets notice of SEC investigation Clover Health feels it has software – and now funding – to capture Medicare Advantage market Clover Health Official Statement – In Response to Short Seller Firm’s Questions Consumers earn a ‘D’ on health insurance knowledge Good Health Pass: A New Cross-Sector Initiative to Restore Global Travel and Restart the Global Economy Oscar Health’s Could Go Public Later in February There’s a scramble to create digital ‘health passports.’ These companies are teaming up to make sure they all work Valentine’s Day Dinner Recipes Zoom – Customizing your profile Zoom filters gone wrong: Lawyer tells judge: ‘I’m not a cat’ during kitten filter mishap Zoom – Removing your cat filter   More episodes you’ll like:   February 5, 2021 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for February 5, 2021: Humana announces Chief Health Equity Officer, Elizabeth Warren Joins New Senate Committee, Comparing COVID-19 Vaccines, BBB Says No to Posting COVID-19 Vaccine Card on Social - Here's Why, Using GameStop Stock Profits for Good How Client Retention Boosts Your Insurance Sales Master the art of treating your client as the renewal, not their policy. Learn why building relationships with your current clients is more beneficial (and cost effective!) than courting new ones. How to Be an Adaptable Insurance Agent Do you go with the flow, or do you like a little more control? Find out why adaptability is a great skill for insurance agents to master. Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents Learn more about the Medicare Advantage Trial Right Period. If you have a client who enrolled in Medicare Advantage but wants to go back to Original Medicare, they may qualify. Listen to find out more about how it works! What to Know About SOAs in Senior Market Sales Have questions about SOAs? Find the answers to your frequently asked questions in this episode all about Scopes of Appointment. We help you stay compliant, whether it’s inside or outside of AEP!   Articles to Share with Your Clients:   Do Doctors Have to Disclose Conflicts of Interest Conflicts of interest can influence a doctor's decision-making and ruin patient trust. Reporting and sharing medical conflicts of interest are essential to protecting against them. Internet Safety Tips for Seniors The internet can be an entertaining and informative place, but there's also a darker side to it. It's easy to fall prey to scams, identity theft, or bad information. Here are a few internet safety tips so you can protect yourself online. Mood Foods: A Breakfast That Boosts Your Mood Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for a number of reasons, but it's critical to boosting your mood so you can greet the day at your best!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents If you have a client who enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan but wants to go (back) to Original Medicare, they may qualify for a Medicare Advantage trial right! This would allow them to update their coverage outside of the Annual Enrollment Period. Ritter Continues Expansion, Acquires Ohio-Based Quick Insured Brokerage Ritter has announced its merger with Ohio-based Quick Insured Brokerage (QIB), an independent wholesale brokerage agency. Ritter and HTA Financial Services Merge Medicare Wholesale Businesses Ritter Insurance Marketing is excited to announce the merger of HTA Financial Services (HTA) and Ritter’s wholesale Medicare business.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Master the art of treating your client as the renewal, not their policy. Learn why building relationships with your current clients is more beneficial (and cost effective!) than courting new ones.   Read the text version.   Mentioned in this episode:   15 Statistics That Should Change The Business World - But Haven't Five Customer Retention Tips for Entrepreneurs Loyalty Rewards Seeing Beyond the Illusion: It's Time You Invest More Wisely The Complete Guide to Client Loyalty and Retention (Free Guide!) Why Client Retention Should Be Your Top Priority   More episodes you’ll like:   How to Take on an Upset Client in the Insurance Industry What do you when your client is upset because of how another insurance agent treated them? Get tips on how to turn that past, negative experience into a positive, and a loyal client. Keys to Client Retention: Digital Communication Improving your digital communication skills can benefit your business, but where do you start? Use the tips and resources outlined in this episode of the ASG Podcast! Why Client Retention Should Be Your Top Priority Discover how to keep existing clients coming back for more. Our strategy includes practical steps you can easily implement into your business.   Articles to Share with Your Clients:   Internet Safety Tips for Seniors The internet can be an entertaining and informative place, but there's also a darker side to it. It's easy to fall prey to scams, identity theft, or bad information. Here are a few internet safety tips so you can protect yourself online. Mood Foods: Foods That Boost Your Mood If you're feeling a bit down, the solution might be in your kitchen! We found some foods that boost your mood when you need a pick-me-up. Mood Foods 2: More Foods That Boost Your Mood We had too much to say about different foods that can boost your mood that we had to split it into two articles! Today, we're looking at some sweeter Mood Food options.   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents If you have a client who enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan but wants to go (back) to Original Medicare, they may qualify for a Medicare Advantage trial right! This would allow them to update their coverage outside of the Annual Enrollment Period. Ritter Continues Expansion, Acquires Ohio-Based Quick Insured Brokerage Ritter has announced its merger with Ohio-based Quick Insured Brokerage (QIB), an independent wholesale brokerage agency. Ritter and HTA Financial Services Merge Medicare Wholesale Businesses Ritter Insurance Marketing is excited to announce the merger of HTA Financial Services (HTA) and Ritter’s wholesale Medicare business.   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  Learn more about the Medicare Advantage Trial Right Period. If you have a client who enrolled in Medicare Advantage but wants to go back to Original Medicare, they may qualify. Listen to find out more about how it works!   Read the text version.   Mentioned in this episode:   Definitive Guidelines for the New Open Enrollment Period Guaranteed issue rights Join, switch, or drop a Medicare Advantage Plan Medigap & Medicare Advantage Plans Stay Busy Outside of AEP With Special Enrollment Periods What to Know When Replacing Existing Med Supp Plans for Clients   More episodes you’ll like:   Definitive Guidelines for the New Open Enrollment Period Stay compliant during the new Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period. We outline everything you need to know ― including what you can and can’t do ― during this time frame! How to Be an Adaptable Insurance Agent Do you go with the flow, or do you like a little more control? Find out why adaptability is a great skill for insurance agents to master. How to Check Medicare Extra Help Eligibility for Your Client Is your client eligible for Medicare Extra Help (Low Income Subsidy/LIS)? Learn how insurance agents can look up that information, what the income limits are, and more in this can’t miss episode! How to Get Started in Medicare Sales New to the Medicare insurance industry? Welcome, and congratulations! We packed this episode with all the agent essentials - training, tools, enrollment periods and more! Basically, everything you want to know when starting out! Stay Busy Outside of AEP With Special Enrollment Periods Drive insurance sales year-round with Special Enrollment Periods. Learn how to find clients and what special kinds of plans should be in your portfolio. The Part D SEP Triggers That Can Help You Post-AEP A prospect wants to switch their Medicare Part D coverage, but AEP is over. Can you still help? YES! Listen to learn the different scenarios that can help qualify your client for coverage through a Special Election Period. Understanding Medicare Advantage Enrollment Periods Medicare Advantage has different enrollment periods than Medicare Supplements. What are the Med Advantage enrollment periods? How and when do your Medicare clients qualify for them? Get the answers to your MA enrollment period questions right now! What to Do If Your Clients Can No Longer Afford Their Permanent Life Insurance Premiums Have a client who's struggling to pay their permanent life insurance premium? Before they let their policy lapse, they DO have options! Help them salvage their benefits with our tips. What to Know About SOAs in Senior Market Sales >Have questions about SOAs? Find the answers to your frequently asked questions in this episode all about Scopes of Appointment. We help you stay compliant, whether it’s inside or outside of AEP! What to Know When Replacing Existing Med Supp Plans for Clients Learn how to switch your client's Medigap plans. We unpack it all, from why your clients might want to switch Med Supps, to the free look period and everything in between.   Articles to Share with Your Clients:   Internet Safety Tips for Seniors The internet can be an entertaining and informative place, but there's also a darker side to it. It's easy to fall prey to scams, identity theft, or bad information. Here are a few internet safety tips so you can protect yourself online. Mood Foods: Foods That Boost Your Mood If you're feeling a bit down, the solution might be in your kitchen! We found some foods that boost your mood when you need a pick-me-up. When Can I Get a COVID-19 Vaccination? There are many questions surrounding the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination. When can you get one? Where? Is it safe? We're giving you some answers and resources where you can find additional information!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Best Practices for Writing an Email to Your Insurance Clients A professional and effective business email takes some thought and care to construct. This is true across all industries — and even for insurance agents writing marketing or follow-up emails to their clients. How to Be an Adaptable Insurance Agent In today’s ever-changing world, being adaptable is not only good for business, it’s a necessity. As an insurance agent, you need this skill to keep up with the times and your clients’ unique needs. How to Take on an Upset Client in the Insurance Industry At least once in your sales career, you may meet an insurance client who had a negative experience with another agent, plan, or insurance in general. While these bad experiences were out of your control, you have the ability to make their next experience a positive one!   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn  

  The Friday Five for February 5, 2021: Humana announces Chief Health Equity Officer Elizabeth Warren Joins New Senate Committee Comparing COVID-19 Vaccines BBB Says No to Posting COVID-19 Vaccine Card on Social - Here's Why Using GameStop Stock Profits for Good   Mentioned in this episode: 9 best last minute Valentine’s Day gift ideas for everyone in 2021 14 seriously great practical gifts your valentine will love 18 of our favorite Valentine’s Day gifts of all time A college student made big bucks off GameStop stock. Now he’s donating video games to a children’s hospital BBB Tip: Don’t share your COVID-19 vaccine card on social media Chutes & Ladders–Humana names first chief health equity officer; Providence promotes execs in integration strategy Different COVID-19 Vaccines (CDC) Four COVID Vaccines Compared GameStock on Today, Explained How the COVID-19 Vaccines Compare to Each Other Plunging GameStop Stock Tests the Will of Investors to Stick With the Ride Warren to join Finance panel overseeing taxes, health care   More episodes you’ll like:   January 29, 2021 | The Friday Five The Friday Five for January 29, 2021: Ritter Insurance Marketing & Quick Insured Brokerage, Online Medical Accounts & COVID-19 Vaccine Registration, Do’s and Don’ts of the COVID-19 Vaccine, PPP Loan Tax Information for Small Businesses, Blackstone & Allstate Life Insurance How to Be an Adaptable Insurance Agent Do you go with the flow, or do you like a little more control? Find out why adaptability is a great skill for insurance agents to master. The Top 5 Products to Sell During Medicare’s Lock-In Period Looking for insurance products to sell during the Medicare lock-in period? In this episode, we highlight the top 5 products insurance agents should include in their portfolio all year round!   Articles to Share with Your Clients:   Internet Safety Tips for Seniors The internet can be an entertaining and informative place, but there's also a darker side to it. It's easy to fall prey to scams, identity theft, or bad information. Here are a few internet safety tips so you can protect yourself online. Mood Foods: Foods That Boost Your Mood If you're feeling a bit down, the solution might be in your kitchen! We found some foods that boost your mood when you need a pick-me-up. When Can I Get a COVID-19 Vaccination? There are many questions surrounding the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination. When can you get one? Where? Is it safe? We're giving you some answers and resources where you can find additional information!   The latest from Ritter’s Blog:   Best Practices for Writing an Email to Your Insurance Clients A professional and effective business email takes some thought and care to construct. This is true across all industries — and even for insurance agents writing marketing or follow-up emails to their clients. How to Be an Adaptable Insurance Agent In today’s ever-changing world, being adaptable is not only good for business, it’s a necessity. As an insurance agent, you need this skill to keep up with the times and your clients’ unique needs. How to Take on an Upset Client in the Insurance Industry At least once in your sales career, you may meet an insurance client who had a negative experience with another agent, plan, or insurance in general. While these bad experiences were out of your control, you have the ability to make their next experience a positive one!   Subscribe & Follow:   Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Podbean Spotify Stitcher   Connect on social:   Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn