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Monday Sep 15, 2025
Monday Sep 15, 2025
Discover Ritter Insurance Marketing's resource hub for surviving AEP 2026!
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Friday Sep 12, 2025
Friday Sep 12, 2025
The Friday Five for September 12, 2025:
Ritter Summit Takeaways Part 2
Are Brokers Still in the Crosshairs? Policy and Market Updates for 2026
2026 Medicare & You Handbook
Release Date for iOS, iPadOS, MacOS, and WatchOS 26
CMS & HHS Expand ACA Catastrophic Coverage Enrollment
Ritter Summit Takeaways Part 2:
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Are Brokers Still in the Crosshairs? Policy and Market Updates for 2026:
Watch the Webinar
2026 Medicare & You Handbook:
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Release Date for iOS, iPadOS, MacOS, and WatchOS 26:
Peters, Jay. “iOS 26 Is out on September 15th.” Theverge.Com, The Verge, 9 Sept. 2025, www.theverge.com/news/770784/apple-ios-26-release-date-liquid-glass.
McAuliffe, Zachary. “I Was Right Yet Again: iOS 26 Is Coming Monday, Sept. 15.” Cnet.Com, CNET, 9 Sept. 2025, www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-was-right-yet-again-ios-26-is-coming-monday-sept-15/.
Perry, Alex. “Apple iOS 26 Release Date: When You Can Download It.” Mashable.Com, Mashable, 9 Sept. 2025, mashable.com/article/apple-ios-26-release-date-how-to-download.
Diaz, Maria. “iOS 26 Update Is Coming Soon - How to Download It (and Which iPhones Support It).” Zdnet.Com, ZDNET, 10 Sept. 2025, www.zdnet.com/article/ios-26-update-is-coming-soon-how-to-download-it-and-which-iphones-support-it/.
Teague, Katie. “iOS 26: What to Know about the Free iPhone Software Update Arriving September 15.” Engadget.Com, Engadget, 11 Sept. 2025, www.engadget.com/mobile/ios-26-what-to-know-about-the-free-iphone-software-update-arriving-september-15-135749658.html.
CMS & HHS Expand ACA Catastrophic Coverage Enrollment:
August 22, 2025 Friday Five: Judge Vacates HHS MA Commissions Lawsuit
“By the Numbers: House Bill Takes Health Coverage Away From Millions of People and Raises Families’ Health Care Costs.” Cbpp.Org, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, www.cbpp.org/research/health/by-the-numbers-house-bill-takes-health-coverage-away-from-millions-of-people-and. Accessed 11 Sept. 2025.
“CMS Broadens Access to Catastrophic Exchange Plans.” Modernhealthcare.Com, Modern Healthcare, 4 Sept. 2025, www.modernhealthcare.com/politics-regulation/mh-catastrophic-health-plans-open-enrollment-2026/.
“Entities Approved to Use Enhanced Direct Enrollment.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 9 Aug. 2024, www.cms.gov/files/document/ede-approved-partner.pdf.
Reed, Tina. “Exclusive: HHS to Expand Eligibility for Catastrophic Plans.” Axios.Com, Axios, 4 Sept. 2025, www.axios.com/2025/09/04/trump-hhs-expand-catastrophic-plan-eligibility.
“Expanding Access to Health Insurance: Consumers to Gain Access to ‘Catastrophic’ Health Insurance Plans in 2026 Plan Year.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 4 Sept. 2025, www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/expanding-access-health-insurance-consumers-gain-access-catastrophic-health-insurance-plans-2026.
“Guidance on Hardship Exemptions for Individuals Ineligible for Advance Payment of the Premium Tax Credit or Cost-Sharing Reductions Due to Income, and Streamlining Exemption Pathways to Coverage.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 4 Sept. 2025, www.cms.gov/files/document/guidance-hardship-exemptions.pdf.
“HHS Expands Access to Affordable Health Insurance.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 4 Sept. 2025, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/hhs-expands-access-affordable-health-insurance.
“HHS Expands Access to Affordable Health Insurance.” HHS.Gov, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 4 Sept. 2025, www.hhs.gov/press-room/hhs-expands-access-affordable-catastrophic-health-coverage.html.
Ortaliza, Jared, Matt McGough, Kaitlyn Vu, et al. “How Much and Why ACA Marketplace Premiums Are Going up in 2026.” Healthsystemtracker.Org, KFF, 6 Aug. 2025, www.healthsystemtracker.org/brief/how-much-and-why-aca-marketplace-premiums-are-going-up-in-2026/.
Minemyer, Paige. “Trump Administration Expands Access to ACA Catastrophic Plans.” Fiercehealthcare.Com, Fierce Healthcare, 4 Sept. 2025, www.fiercehealthcare.com/regulatory/trump-administration-expands-access-aca-catastrophic-plans.
Resources:
2026 ACA & Medicare Cost Projections
3 Benefits of Selling ACA Insurance Plans
5 Medicare Myths Your Clients May Believe
2026 ACA Exchange & FFM Certification Info
Judge Grants Stay on Many 2025 ACA Final Rule Provisions
The ICHRA Opportunity for Agents ft. Lisa Marzolino & Danica Stover
The Survivor’s AEP Checklist
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Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel
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Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
Tuesday Sep 09, 2025
Discover the benefits to selling hospital indemnity plans!
Download Your FREE Copy – The Insurance Agent’s Guide to Understanding Hospital Indemnity Policies
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Friday Sep 05, 2025
Friday Sep 05, 2025
This week, we tackle 5 Medicare myths that your clients may believe. Learn how to respectfully refute these myths, educate your clients, and empower them to make informed choices.
The Content Library from Ritter Insurance Marketing
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Medicare Basics Resources on the Content Library*:
How and When Can I Change Medicare Insurance Plans?*
The Basics of Medicare Insurance*
What is Original Medicare? *
What is Medicare Part C (Advantage)? *
What is Medicare Part D? *
What are Medicare Supplements? *
Additional Podcast Episodes & Resources:
5 Types of Content to Share on Social Media
Apps for Content Creation
Content Library: Mastering Medicare Insurance Coverage ft. Jeff Snyder
Introducing a Content Marketing Solution for Insurance Agents ft. Lisa Lynch and Jeff Snyder
Medicare Advantage Trial Rights Explained for Agents
What New Insurance Agents Need to Know
What to Know When Replacing Existing Med Supp Plans for Clients
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Friday Aug 29, 2025
Friday Aug 29, 2025
The Friday Five for August 29, 2025:
Ritter Summits Takeaways & Shoutouts
What I’m Watching Right Now
Apple “Awe Dropping” Event Announced
Spotify Slips Into the DMs
Judge Grants Stay on Many 2025 ACA Final Rule Provisions
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Ritter Summits Takeaways & Shoutouts:
Register for Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits
What I’m Watching Right Now:
The Residence on Netflix
Apple “Awe Dropping” Event Announced:
Esposito, Filipe. “5 iPhone 17 Rumors Apple Basically Confirmed in Its ‘Awe Dropping’ Event Invite.” Macworld.Com, Macworld, 27 Aug. 2025, www.macworld.com/article/2889966/5-iphone-17-rumors-apple-just-confirmed-in-its-awe-dropping-event-invite.html.
Lord, Sarah. “Apple’s ‘Awe Dropping’ iPhone 17 Event: What to Expect and How to Watch.” PCMAG.Com, PCMAG, 27 Aug. 2025, www.pcmag.com/news/apple-awe-dropping-iphone-17-event-what-to-expect-how-to-watch.
Hall, Zac. “Apple Officially Announces iPhone 17 Event: ‘Awe Dropping.’” 9to5Mac.Com, 9to5Mac, 26 Aug. 2025, 9to5mac.com/2025/08/26/iphone-17-event-announcement-2/.
Carlson, Jeff. “Deciphering Apple’s ‘Awe Dropping’ iPhone 17 Event Invite.” CNET.Com, CNET, 27 Aug. 2025, www.cnet.com/tech/deciphering-apples-awe-dropping-iphone-17-event-invite/.
Hardwick, Tim. “What Not to Expect at Apple’s ‘Awe Dropping’ September 9 Event.” MacRumors.Com, MacRumors, 28 Aug. 2025, www.macrumors.com/2025/08/28/what-not-to-expect-apple-iphone-17-event/.
Spotify Slips Into the DMs:
“Introducing Messages, A New Way To Share What You Love on Spotify with Friends and Family.” Newsroom.Spotify.Com, Spotify, 26 Aug. 2025, newsroom.spotify.com/2025-08-26/introducing-messages-a-new-way-to-share-what-you-love-on-spotify-with-friends-and-family/.
Schneider, Marc. “Spotify’s DMS Are Open.” Billboard.Com, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2025, www.billboard.com/pro/spotify-messages-app-sharing-dms-feature/.
Weatherbed, Jess. “Spotify Is Adding DMS.” TheVerge.Com, The Verge, 26 Aug. 2025, https://www.theverge.com/news/765771/spotify-messages-dms-audio-sharing-feature.
Spangler, Todd. “Spotify Launches In-App Messaging, Hoping New DM Feature Will Boost Listening and ‘Drive Hype.’” Variety.Com, Variety, 26 Aug. 2025, variety.com/2025/digital/news/spotify-launches-in-app-messaging-1236497588/.
Judge Grants Stay on Many 2025 ACA Final Rule Provisions:
Hurson, Brendan A. “City of Columbus Et Al. vs. Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Et Al.” Democracyforward.Org, Democracy Forward, 22 Aug. 2025, democracyforward.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/35-City-of-Columbus-memorandum-opinion.pdf.
Minemyer, Paige. “Courts Press Pause on Key Elements of Trump Administration’s ACA Rule.” Fiercehealthcare.Com, Fierce Healthcare, 25 Aug. 2025, www.fiercehealthcare.com/regulatory/courts-press-pause-key-elements-trump-administrations-aca-rule.
Bruner, Bethany. “Federal Judge Halts Implementation of Health Insurance Changes in Lawsuit Columbus Filed.” Dispatch.Com, The Columbus Dispatch, 25 Aug. 2025, www.dispatch.com/story/news/courts/2025/08/22/federal-judge-halts-trump-administration-health-insurance-rules-columbus-ohio-lawsuit-aca-obamacare/85782252007/.
“Healthcare.Gov’s Marketplace in Your State.” HealthCare.Gov, HealthCare.gov, www.healthcare.gov/marketplace-in-your-state/. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.
Pifer, Rebecca. “Judge Stays Provisions of Trump Administration Rule Overhauling ACA.” Healthcare Dive, healthcaredive.com, 25 Aug. 2025, www.healthcaredive.com/news/trump-affordable-care-act-rule-stay-cms/758474/.
Clason, Lauren. “RFK Jr.’s Obamacare Changes Partially Paused by Federal Judge.” Bloomberglaw.Com, Bloomberg Law, 22 Aug. 2025, news.bloomberglaw.com/health-law-and-business/rfk-jr-s-obamacare-changes-partially-paused-by-federal-judge.
Oeschner, Troy, et al. “What’s at Stake in California v. Kennedy?” Rockinst.Org, Rockefeller Institute of Government, 22 Aug. 2025, www.rockinst.org/blog/whats-at-stake-in-california-v-kennedy/.
Resources:
3 Benefits of Selling ACA Insurance Plans
5 Things About ICHRA
2026 ACA & Medicare Cost Projections
ACA Enrollment Periods Explained
Content Library: Mastering Medicare Insurance Coverage ft. Jeff Snyder
The ICHRA Opportunity for Agents ft. Lisa Marzolino & Danica Stover
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Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel
Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
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Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
We're back with another update on Ritter's Content Library - Mastering Medicare Insurance Coverage! This time, Sarah and Jeff chat about how this content can help agents educate clients about the ins and outs of their Medicare coverage.
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Resources:
5 Insurance Marketing Tips to Help Agents Stand Out in a Crowd
5 Types of Content to Share on Social Media
Field Notes on Partner Marketing Resources
Field Notes on Digital Marketing Resources
Field Notes on Traditional Marketing Resources
How Relationship Marketing Can Make the Difference in Your Agency
Introducing a Content Marketing Solution for Insurance Agents
Learning to Delight in the Limelight ft. Linda Ugelow
Reach out to Ritter’s Compliance Team
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Friday Aug 22, 2025
Friday Aug 22, 2025
The Friday Five for August 22, 2025:
Field Notes on OBBBA, Spotify, and TikTok
D. Power Medicare Advantage Member Satisfaction Survey
Sonder Health Plans Inc. Termination
Short-Term Medical Plan Regulation Update
Judge Vacates HHS MA Commissions Lawsuit
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Field Notes on OBBBA:
5 Things From the 2025 Budget Reconciliation Bill
The One Big Beautiful Bill: What Health Insurance Agents Should Know
Field Notes on Spotify:
“Mix Your Favorite Playlists Seamlessly by Adding Your Own Transitions.” Newsroom.Spotify.Com, Spotify, 19 Aug. 2025, newsroom.spotify.com/2025-08-19/mix-your-favorite-playlists-seamlessly-by-adding-your-own-transitions/.
Romero, Andrew. “Spotify Is Doubling down on Track Transitions with New Custom Options.” 9to5google.Com, 9to5google, 19 Aug. 2025, 9to5google.com/2025/08/19/spotify-custom-playlist-transitions/.
Perez, Sarah. “Spotify’s Latest Feature Lets You Add Your Own Transitions to Playlists.” TechCrunch.Com, TechCrunch, 19 Aug. 2025, techcrunch.com/2025/08/19/spotifys-latest-feature-lets-you-add-your-own-transitions-to-playlists/.
Weatherbed, Jess. “Spotify’s New Track Mixing Tool Adds DJ Features to Your Playlists.” Theverge.Com, The Verge, 19 Aug. 2025, www.theverge.com/news/761290/spotify-playlist-mix-audio-transition-feature.
Mauran, Cecily. “Spotify Now Allows Custom Transitions in Playlists.” Mashable.Com, Mashable, 19 Aug. 2025, mashable.com/article/spotify-custom-transitions-in-playlists.
Field Notes on TikTok:
West, Chloe. “TikTok Hashtags: How to Use the Best Hashtags for More Views in 2025.” Sproutsocial.Com, Sprout Social, 14 Aug. 2025, sproutsocial.com/insights/tiktok-hashtags/.
Hutchinson, Andrew. “TikTok Implements Hashtag Limit.” Socialmediatoday.Com, Social Media Today, 17 Aug. 2025, www.socialmediatoday.com/news/tiktok-implements-five-hashtag-limit-per-post/757857/.
Adegbola, Anu. “TikTok Limits Posts to Five Hashtags.” Searchengineland.Com, Search Engine Land, 18 Aug. 2025, searchengineland.com/tiktok-limits-hashtags-460894.
J.D. Power Medicare Advantage Member Satisfaction Survey:
“2025 U.S. Medicare Advantage Study.” Jdpower.Com, J.D. Power, 19 Aug. 2025, www.jdpower.com/business/press-releases/2025-us-medicare-advantage-study.
“J.D. Power: Medicare Advantage Headwinds Impacting Member Satisfaction.” Fiercehealthcare.Com, Fierce Healthcare, 19 Aug. 2025, www.fiercehealthcare.com/payers/jd-power-medicare-advantage-headwinds-impacting-member-satisfaction.
Payerchin, Richard. “Medicare Advantage Policy Changes Fuel Confusion, Skepticism among Beneficiaries.” Edited by Todd Shryock, MedicalEconomics.Com, MedicalEconomics, 19 Aug. 2025, www.medicaleconomics.com/view/medicare-advantage-policy-changes-fuel-confusion-skepticism-among-beneficiaries.
Sonder Health Plans Inc. Termination:
Contact Ritter’s Team in Georgia – Steve Telander, Jada Morthland, and Betsy Bond!
“Important Announcement Regarding Sonder Health Plans, Inc.” Oci.Eorgia.Gov, Georgie Office of Commissioner of Insurance and Fire Safety, oci.georgia.gov/press-releases/2025-08-15/important-announcement-regarding-sonder-health-plans-inc. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
“Sonder Health Plans, Inc. - In Receivership.” Sonderhealthplans-Inreceivership.Com, Sonder Health Plans, sonderhealthplans-inreceivership.com/. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
Short-Term Medical Plan Regulation Update:
“Federal Agencies Signal a Shift in Enforcement of Short-Term Health Insurance Rules.” Aha.Org, American Hospital Association, 8 Aug. 2025, www.aha.org/news/headline/2025-08-08-federal-agencies-signal-shift-enforcement-short-term-health-insurance-rules.
“Short-Term Health Insurance Availability and Limits by State.” Healthinsurance.Org, healthinsurance.org, 15 Aug. 2025, www.healthinsurance.org/short-term-health-insurance/.
“Short-Term, Limited-Duration Insurance and Independent, Noncoordinated Excepted Benefits Coverage.” Federalregister.Gov, Federal Register, 3 Apr. 2024, www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/04/03/2024-06551/short-term-limited-duration-insurance-and-independent-noncoordinated-excepted-benefits-coverage.
“Statement of U.S. Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury Regarding Short-Term, Limited-Duration Insurance.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, 7 Aug. 2025, www.cms.gov/files/document/statement-regarding-short-term-limited-duration-insurance.pdf.
Judge Vacates HHS MA Commissions Lawsuit:
O’Conner, Reed. “Americans for Beneficiary Choice & Council for Medicare Choice vs. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.” Gove.Uscourts.Com, U.S. District Court, 18 Aug. 2025, storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.txnd.389767/gov.uscourts.txnd.389767.62.0.pdf.
“Judge Vacates Medicare Advantage Marketing Rule Provisions.” Fiercehealthcare.Com, Fierce Healthcare, 19 Aug. 2025, www.fiercehealthcare.com/payers/judge-vacates-medicare-advantage-marketing-rule-provisions.
Resources:
2025 MA Enrollment Stats & Trends
2026 ACA & Medicare Cost Projections
2026 Midwest D-SNP Market Opportunity
2026 D-SNP Market Snapshot
5 Things About ICHRA
Americans for Beneficiary Choice Wins Medicare Advantage Broker Compensation Ruling Lawsuit
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Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel
Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
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Friday Aug 15, 2025
Friday Aug 15, 2025
The Friday Five for August 15, 2025:
Threads, Waze, AEP Countdown
CMS 2026 Medicare Part D Bid Information
Medicare Part B Cost Projections
2026 COLA Estimate
CY2026 ACA Premium Rate Filings
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Threads, Waze, AEP Countdown:
“Number of Threads Users.” Backlinko.Com, Backlinko, 17 July 2025, backlinko.com/threads-users.
Mendes, Marcus. “Threads Crosses 400M Monthly Active Users as It Gains on X.” 9to5Mac.Com, 9to5Mac, 13 Aug. 2025, 9to5mac.com/2025/08/12/threads-crosses-400m-monthly-active-users-as-it-gains-on-x/.
Price, Emily. “Threads Just Achieved Its Biggest Milestone Yet.” FastCompany.Com, Fast Company, 12 Aug. 2025, www.fastcompany.com/91384230/meta-threads-just-achieved-its-biggest-milestone-yet.
Malik, Aisha. “Threads Now Has More than 400 Million Monthly Active Users.” TechCrunch.Com, TechCrunch, 12 Aug. 2025, techcrunch.com/2025/08/12/threads-now-has-more-than-400-million-monthly-active-users/.
“Waze Will End Updates for Older Android Devices Soon.” 9to5google.Com, Google, 11 Aug. 2025, 9to5google.com/2025/08/11/waze-will-end-updates-for-older-android-devices-soon/.
CMS 2026 Medicare Part D Bid Information:
“2026 Medicare Part D Bid Information and Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration Parameters.” CMS.Gov, CMS, 28 July 2025, www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/2026-medicare-part-d-bid-information-and-part-d-premium-stabilization-demonstration-parameters.
2026 Medicare Part D Bid Info Likely Means Higher Premiums & Plan Disruption — Here's Why
The 2026 Medicare Part D Redesign Updates Agents Should Know
Medicare Part B Cost Projections:
“2025 Medicare Trustees Report.” CMS.Gov, CMS, 18 June 2025, www.cms.gov/oact/tr/2025.
LeValley, Donna. “Seven Medicare Changes Coming in 2026.” Kiplinger.Com, Kiplinger, 8 Aug. 2025, www.kiplinger.com/retirement/medicare/medicare-changes-coming-in-2026.
2026 COLA Estimate:
“2025 Medicare Trustees Report.” CMS.Gov, CMS, 18 June 2025, www.cms.gov/oact/tr/2025.
LeValley, Donna. “Seven Medicare Changes Coming in 2026.” Kiplinger.Com, Kiplinger, 8 Aug. 2025, www.kiplinger.com/retirement/medicare/medicare-changes-coming-in-2026.
CY2026 ACA Premium Rate Filings:
Minemyer, Paige. “KFF Analysis Finds a Median ACA Premium Hike of 18% for 2026.” Fiercehealthcare.Com, FierceHealthcare, 8 Aug. 2025, www.fiercehealthcare.com/payers/kff-analysis-finds-median-aca-premium-hike-18-2026.
Ortaliza, Jared, Matt McGough, Kaitlyn Vu, et al. “How Much and Why ACA Marketplace Premiums Are Going up in 2026.” Healthsystemtracker.Org, KFF, 6 Aug. 2025, www.healthsystemtracker.org/brief/how-much-and-why-aca-marketplace-premiums-are-going-up-in-2026/.
Resources:
5 Things About ICHRA
2026 D-SNP Market Snapshot
2026 Midwest D-SNP Market Opportunity
Ritter Insurance Marketing Certification Center
Should You Hire an Assistant for Your Insurance Business?
What New Insurance Agents Need to Know
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Friday Aug 08, 2025
Friday Aug 08, 2025
The Friday Five for August 8, 2025:
Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits
Linda Yaccarino Enters Health Industry
iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 Public Beta Takeaways
New Instagram Features
2025 MA Enrollment Stats & Trends
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Linda Yaccarino Enters Health Industry:
“eMed® Population Health Announces Appointment of Former X (Twitter) CEO Linda Yaccarino as New Chief Executive Officer.” Emed.Com, eMed, 5 Aug. 2025, www.emed.com/media/exploring-glp1.
Capoot, Ashley. “Former X CEO Linda Yaccarino Takes Helm at Digital Health Company eMed.” CNBC.Com, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2025, www.cnbc.com/2025/08/05/former-x-ceo-linda-yaccarino-takes-helm-at-digital-health-company-emed.html.
Roy, Sriparna, and Sneha S K. “Former X CEO Yaccarino Takes Helm at GLP-1 Focused Telehealth Firm eMed.” Reuters.Com, Reuters, 5 Aug. 2025, www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/former-x-ceo-yaccarino-takes-helm-glp-1-focused-telehealth-firm-emed-2025-08-05/.
Silberling, Amanda. “Linda Yaccarino Joins Health Tech Platform eMed as CEO after Leaving X.” Techcrunch.Com, TechCrunch, 5 Aug. 2025, techcrunch.com/2025/08/05/linda-yaccarino-joins-health-tech-platform-emed-as-ceo-after-leaving-x/.
iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 Public Beta Takeaways:
“Apple iOS 26 Will Screen Cold Calls.” Collincadmus.Com, Collin Cadmus, www.collincadmus.com/blog/apple-ios-26-will-screen-cold-calls. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
Teague, Katie. “Can You Download the iOS 26 Beta Today? Here’s a Comprehensive List of All Compatible iPhones.” Engadget.Com, Engadget, 6 Aug. 2025, www.engadget.com/mobile/can-you-download-the-ios-26-beta-today-heres-a-comprehensive-list-of-all-compatible-iphones-191854920.html.
Stimac, Blake. “iOS 18 vs. iOS 26: How Much Does Liquid Glass Impact Your iPhone’s Look?” CNET.Com, CNET, 4 Aug. 2025, www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ios-18-vs-ios-26-how-much-does-liquid-glass-impact-your-iphones-look/.
Halton, Clay. “I Tried the iOS 26 Beta—These 5 Features Make My iPhone Feel Like New Again.” Pcmag.Com, PC Mag, 5 Aug. 2025, www.pcmag.com/news/i-tried-the-ios-26-beta-these-5-features-make-my-iphone-feel-like-new-again.
McAuliffe, Zachary. “Say Goodbye to Spam Calls With Call Screening in iOS 26.” CNET, cnet.com, 5 Aug. 2025, www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/say-goodbye-to-spam-calls-with-call-screening-in-ios-26/.
New Instagram Features:
“How to Repost a Reel or a Post on Instagram.” Help.Instagram.Com, Instagram, help.instagram.com/1059575985490156. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
Gallaga, Omar. “Instagram Adds New Features, Including Reposts and Maps.” CNET.Com, CNET, 6 Aug. 2025, www.cnet.com/news/social-media/instagram-adds-new-features-including-reposts-and-maps/.
Pathak, Khamosh. “Instagram’s Latest Update Added Reposts and a Snap Map Clone.” Lifehacker.Com, Lifehacker, 6 Aug. 2025, lifehacker.com/tech/instagram-added-reposts-and-snap-map-clone.
Malik, Aisha. “Instagram Takes on Snapchat with New ‘Instagram Map.’” Techcrunch.Com, TechCrunch, 6 Aug. 2025, techcrunch.com/2025/08/06/instagram-takes-on-snapchat-with-new-instagram-map/.
Heathera. “New Instagram Features to Help You Connect.” About.Fb.Com, Meta Newsroom, 6 Aug. 2025, about.fb.com/news/2025/08/new-instagram-features-help-you-connect/.
2025 MA Enrollment Stats & Trends:
Ochieng, Nancy, et al. “Medicare Advantage in 2025: Enrollment Update and Key Trends.” KFF.Org, KFF, 28 July 2025, www.kff.org/medicare/issue-brief/medicare-advantage-enrollment-update-and-key-trends/.
Resources:
5 Things About ICHRA
5 Things From the 2025 Budget Reconciliation Bill
2026 D-SNP Market Snapshot
2026 Maximum Broker Commissions for Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D
How to Organize a Turning 65 Seminar on a Budget
ICHRA vs. QSEHRA vs. Group Health Plans: Sales Opportunities for Insurance Agents
The One Big Beautiful Bill: What Health Insurance Agents Should Know
The Pros and Cons of Working with Regional and National Carriers
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Thursday Feb 03, 2022
Thursday Feb 03, 2022
After 400+ episodes of the Agent Survival Guide Podcast, we've learned some things! Rather than keep that knowledge to ourselves, we're sharing it with you... and asking for your stories, too!!!
What’s the best business lesson you ever learned? We want to know!
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Should You Hire an Assistant for Your Insurance Business?
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Tuesday Aug 11, 2020
Tuesday Aug 11, 2020
Want to avoid commissions and coverage delays on your Medicare applications? The secret is writing clean applications that won't get flagged during the submissions process. We've done the research for you! Use these 9 helpful tips to start writing cleaner applications.
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The Friday Five for August 7, 2020: Healthy Hacks for the Drive-Thru; Large Coffee, Hold the Calories; Pandemic Productivity Hacks; How to Ask For Referrals; and Self-Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Tips on How to Stay Productive While Working From Home
Maximize your productivity - even as you work from home! Let's face it, WFH is lasting longer than most of us thought. If you're struggling to stay productive right now, we get it! Try out our list of productivity hacks to get back on track.
5 Must-Haves for Every Insurance Agent This AEP
Are these must-haves part of your strategy for this Annual Enrollment Period? They should be! Listen as we highlight five essentials to simplify your Medicare sales this AEP.
The latest from Ritter’s Blog:
Tips for Becoming a Top-Producing Insurance Agency
Becoming a top producing agency isn’t something that happens overnight. It will take work and maybe a bit of trial and error to see what will work best for your business and sales flow.
FAQs About NAHU Medicare Certification
Got questions about NAHU’s Medicare Advantage and Part D certification training? We’ve got answers!
NEW: NAHU 2021 Medicare Certification Training
New this year, NAHU is offering a Medicare certification training for agents who’d like to sell 2021 Medicare Advantage and Part D products for the Annual Enrollment Period.
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Wednesday Jul 29, 2020
Wednesday Jul 29, 2020
You’re invited to Ritter Insurance Marketing’s Virtual Summits! We’re kicking off AEP 2021 with nine Summits for insurance agents! These Summits are interactive, tailored to your local markets, and you’ll be able to chat with our staff and the carriers we work with! During these online presentations, our carriers will reveal exclusive first looks for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D products, too. You don’t want to miss this AEP insurance training… Register today!
Register to Attend Ritter’s Virtual Summits
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2021 Medicare Advantage and Part D Certification Info
Looking for 2021 Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D agent certification and product training details? Find out how to get carrier AHIP, Medicare Advantage certification, Part D certification, and product training details in one convenient place!
AHIP Test Tips & Tricks for Medicare Certification
Learn the rules for taking the AHIP test, information on discounts and reimbursement, how to prepare yourself, test-taking tips, legit tech hacks, and more! Before you begin your first attempt at AHIP certification, be sure to listen to this ASG Podcast episode!
FAQs About NAHU Medicare Certification
Got questions about NAHU’s Medicare Advantage and Part D certification training? We’ve got answers! In this episode, we talk about the cost of NAHU certification, CE credits, training module topics, and more – you don’t want to miss it!!!
Ready to Join an FMO? 10 Things to Consider
Thinking about partnering with an FMO? Wondering how you can tell the good from the bad? Our top 10 list outlines what you need to know before you partner with a field marketing organization.
The Survivor's AEP Checklist
Prepare for AEP with the Agent Survival Guide! The Annual Enrollment Period will be here before we know it! Use our checklist to plan ahead, and you'll be "ready-to-sell" with plenty of time to spare.
The latest from Ritter’s Blog:
2021 Maximum Broker Commissions for Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D
Ritter has everything you need to know about 2021 maximum broker commissions for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D initial enrollments. Note: Insurance providers are NOT REQUIRED to pay the maximum commission rate.
Ritter and Carrier Operations During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 virus has effectively changed the way the United States operates for the foreseeable future. A compilation of information from the carriers Ritter supports regarding their capacity to continue operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Here Are the Medicare Out-of-Pocket Expenses That Cost Beneficiaries Most
Do you know what your Medicare clients likely spend the most money on out of pocket? Do your clients know what out-of-pocket costs they can expect with Medicare? The stats are in!
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Wednesday Jul 22, 2020
Wednesday Jul 22, 2020
You’re invited to our virtual Summits! We’re kicking off AEP 2021 with nine Summits for insurance agents! You’ll get a chance to meet our staff and the carriers we work with! During these online presentations, our carriers will reveal exclusive first looks for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D products. It’s the AEP insurance training you don’t want to miss… Register today!
Register to Attend Ritter’s Virtual Summits
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2021 Medicare Advantage and Part D Certification Info
Looking for 2021 Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D agent certification and product training details? Find out how to get carrier AHIP, Medicare Advantage certification, Part D certification, and product training details in one convenient place!
AHIP Test Tips & Tricks for Medicare Certification
Learn the rules for taking the AHIP test, information on discounts and reimbursement, how to prepare yourself, test-taking tips, legit tech hacks, and more! Before you begin your first attempt at AHIP certification, be sure to listen to this ASG Podcast episode!
FAQs About NAHU Medicare Certification
Got questions about NAHU’s Medicare Advantage and Part D certification training? We’ve got answers! In this episode, we talk about the cost of NAHU certification, CE credits, training module topics, and more – you don’t want to miss it!!!
Ready to Join an FMO? 10 Things to Consider
Thinking about partnering with an FMO? Wondering how you can tell the good from the bad? Our top 10 list outlines what you need to know before you partner with a field marketing organization.
The Survivor's AEP Checklist
Prepare for AEP with the Agent Survival Guide! The Annual Enrollment Period will be here before we know it! Use our checklist to plan ahead, and you'll be "ready-to-sell" with plenty of time to spare.
The latest from Ritter’s Blog:
2021 Maximum Broker Commissions for Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D
Ritter has everything you need to know about 2021 maximum broker commissions for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D initial enrollments. Note: Insurance providers are NOT REQUIRED to pay the maximum commission rate.
Ritter and Carrier Operations During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 virus has effectively changed the way the United States operates for the foreseeable future. A compilation of information from the carriers Ritter supports regarding their capacity to continue operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Here Are the Medicare Out-of-Pocket Expenses That Cost Beneficiaries Most
Do you know what your Medicare clients likely spend the most money on out of pocket? Do your clients know what out-of-pocket costs they can expect with Medicare? The stats are in!
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Wednesday Jun 17, 2020
Wednesday Jun 17, 2020
Get ready to make the most of AEP! We just launched our newest resource page - Surviving AEP - on the Agent Survival Guide Blog. If you want to really thrive this Annual Enrollment season, check it out! We talk AEP prep, AHIP, compliance, and more. There's even an opportunity for a portfolio review. Find "Surviving AEP" online at ritterim.com/aep!
Hey there! It’s me, Sarah Rueppel, host of the Agent Survival Guide Podcast here to tell you about a really cool resource that we just launched on our website.
It’s called Surviving AEP, and it’s an entire page dedicated to helping you make the most of the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period.
That period only lasts from October 15th through December 7th, (just 54 days!) and there are quite a few things that need to be done before you’re considered “ready-to-sell.”
Surviving AEP lays out what that path looks like and walks you through it, step-by-step.
AEP prep, compliance, AHIP, sales, and even managing stress while you’re trying to do all of those things. Very important, don’t want to be like me and get shingles in the midst of a pandemic.
But enough about me, although I do think this is the coolest feature, when you subscribe to our blog through the Surviving AEP page, you get a free portfolio review as our way of saying thank you.
Check it out here: ritterim.com/aep
And as I’m known to frequently say, we will have that link in our show notes for you. Now go see for yourself!
Surviving AEP with Ritter Insurance Marketing
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Ritter Insurance Marketing Official Website
Surviving AEP
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FAQs About AHIP
Have questions about AHIP? We've got answers! In this episode, we answer some frequently asked questions about AHIP certification.
How to Sell Medicare Advantage Plans – FREE Guide
Get ready to find out what selling Medicare Advantage is all about! Whether you’re already an insurance agent selling Medicare or you’re transitioning to MA sales, we want to help you build your career. Our eBook is packed with information on Medicare Advantage – certification, contracting, sales pitches, cross-selling tips, training, marketing, and more! Wondering who qualifies for MA plans or when you can enroll your clients? We answer those questions, and give you an AEP Ready-to-Sell Checklist, FAQs on AHIP, and info on enrolling clients online with Medicareful.
The Best Software for Tracking Your Medicare Commissions
How do you track your Medicare commissions? Want a better solution? Listen to this episode of our ASG Podcast for suggestions on tracking (and troubleshooting!) your hard-earned insurance commissions.
The Survivor’s AEP Checklist
Prepare for AEP with the Agent Survival Guide! The Annual Enrollment Period will be here before we know it! Use our checklist to plan ahead, and you'll be "ready-to-sell" with plenty of time to spare.
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How to Check for Your First Looks
The moment when carrier First Looks become available is a very exciting time for insurance agents! It can put a spring in your step and help you get in the mood for the upcoming Annual Enrollment Period!
2021 Maximum Broker Commissions for Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D
Ritter has everything you need to know about 2021 maximum broker commissions for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D initial enrollments. Note: Insurance providers are NOT REQUIRED to pay the maximum commission rate.
Reassuring Clients During Difficult Times
During times of uncertainty, like the COVID-19 pandemic, it is likely that your clients will look to you for reassurance, and answers. Are you prepared to provide the support they are seeking?
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Wednesday Jun 03, 2020
Wednesday Jun 03, 2020
Get ready to find out what selling Medicare Advantage is all about! Whether you’re already an insurance agent selling Medicare or you’re transitioning to MA sales, we want to help you build your career. Our eBook is packed with information on Medicare Advantage – certification, contracting, sales pitches, cross-selling tips, training, marketing, and more! Wondering who qualifies for MA plans or when you can enroll your clients? We answer those questions, and give you an AEP Ready-to-Sell Checklist, FAQs on AHIP, and info on enrolling clients online with Medicareful. Download your copy of our FREE eBook today!
Grab Your FREE Copy - https://www.ritterim.com/medicare-advantage-ebook/
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5 Major Things to Expect in the Medicare Advantage Market for 2020
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Defining the True Value of $0 Premium for Medicare Advantage Plans
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Selling Hospital Indemnity Insurance with Medicare Advantage – Is It Worth It?
Pairing hospital indemnity with Medicare Advantage does so much more than generating additional sales. This cross-sale helps shield your clients from the rising costs of a hospital stay. Discover why hospital indemnity could be just the plan your portfolio has been missing!
Understanding Medicare Advantage Enrollment Periods
What are the different Medicare Advantage enrollment periods? How and when do your clients qualify for them? Get the answers to your MA enrollment period questions in this episode of the ASG Podcast!
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An agent selling Medicare products is only as good as the Medicare quoting tool they’re using. We’re looking at agents’ top options for fast and reliable Medicare quoting software and what makes them so special.
Ritter Can Help You Stay in Touch with Your Clients
In any type of business, client retention is just as important as taking on new clients. In the insurance world, once a sale is closed, your duty as an agent isn’t over.
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