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The Friday Five for October 4, 2024:
KFF Study on Medicare Beneficiaries’ Tendency to Shop
Ritter’s First Annual ACA Summit
Agent Reaction to MedicareCENTER & Upcoming Webinar
Instagram Best Practices & New Pro Dashboard Features
2025 Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D Premiums
KFF Study on Medicare Beneficiaries’ Tendency to Shop:
Ochieng, Nancy, et al. “Nearly 7 in 10 Medicare Beneficiaries Did Not Compare Plans during Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period.” KFF, KFF, 27 Sept. 2024, www.kff.org/medicare/issue-brief/nearly-7-in-10-medicare-beneficiaries-did-not-compare-plans-during-medicares-open-enrollment-period/.
Ritter’s First Annual ACA Summit:
Register to Attend the Inaugural ACA Summit
Agent Reaction to MedicareCENTER & Upcoming Webinar:
Learn more about MedicareCENTER: https://integrity.com/medicarecenter/
Register to Attend: Sales Tech Train & Talk - Understanding MedicareCENTER
Instagram Best Practices & New Pro Dashboard Features:
“About the Instagram Professional Dashboard.” Help.Instagram.Com, Instagram, help.instagram.com/257516379077270. Accessed 3 Oct. 2024.
“How Can I Check My Account Type on Instagram?” SocialBu Help, SocialBu, help.socialbu.com/article/331-how-can-i-check-my-account-type-on-instagram. Accessed 3 Oct. 2024.
Sato, Mia. “Instagram’s ‘Best Practices’ Tell Creators How They Should Post.” The Verge, The Verge, 1 Oct. 2024, www.theverge.com/2024/10/1/24259462/instagram-best-practices-business-profiles-tips-reach.
“Introducing Best Practices, an Education Hub for Creators on Instagram.” Abaout.Fb.Com, Meta, 30 Sept. 2024, about.fb.com/news/2024/10/best-practices-education-hub-creators-instagram/.
“Instagram Creator Education: Best Practices.” Instagram for Creators, Instagram, creators.instagram.com/best-practices#instagram. Accessed 3 Oct. 2024.
Instagram Creators Account, Meta, www.instagram.com/creators/. Accessed 3 Oct. 2024.
2025 Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D Premiums:
“Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Programs to Remain Stable as CMS Implements Improvements to the Programs in 2025.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 27 Sept. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/medicare-advantage-and-medicare-prescription-drug-programs-remain-stable-cms-implements-improvements.
Freed, Meredith, et al. “Medicare Advantage in 2024: Enrollment Update and Key Trends.” KFF, KFF, 8 Aug. 2024, www.kff.org/medicare/issue-brief/medicare-advantage-in-2024-enrollment-update-and-key-trends/.
“Medicare Enrollment for June 2024.” Data.CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Data, data.cms.gov/tools/medicare-enrollment-dashboard. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.
“Medicare Monthly Enrollment.” Data.CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Data, data.cms.gov/summary-statistics-on-beneficiary-enrollment/medicare-and-medicaid-reports/medicare-monthly-enrollment. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.
Resources:
4 Ways PlanEnroll Will Make This Your Best AEP Yet: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG617R5
Best Video Editing Apps for Social Media: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA69
Get Your Medicare Advantage Sales Contracts Here — Recommendations for 2025: https://ritterim.com/blog/get-your-medicare-advantage-sales-contracts-here-recommendations-for-2025/
Prescription Drugs Your Medicare Clients Could See Lower Coinsurances for in 2024: https://ritterim.com/blog/prescription-drugs-your-medicare-clients-could-see-lower-coinsurances-for-in-2024/
Tech News Roundup: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240927
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
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Friday Sep 27, 2024
Friday Sep 27, 2024
The Friday Five for September 27, 2024:
The Ritter Report & Ask Integrity Shoppers
Spotify AI Playlists in Beta for U.S. Premium Accounts
Hands-On with Apple iPhone 16 Pro
Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Update & New Frames
Self-Care Tips for Agents During AEP
The Ritter Report & Ask Integrity Shoppers:
Learn about Ask Integrity™: https://integrity.com/ask-integrity/
Learn more about PlanEnroll: https://ritterim.com/planenroll/
MedicareCENTER: https://integrity.com/medicarecenter/
Not partnered with Integrity? Register here: https://identity.integrity.com/register
Register for The Ritter Report Call: https://bit.ly/4dltNfa
Spotify AI Playlists in Beta for U.S. Premium Accounts:
“Ai Playlist Is Rolling out in Beta in the US, Canada, Ireland, and New Zealand-Get Started with These pro Tips.” Spotify, Spotify, 24 Sept. 2024, newsroom.spotify.com/2024-09-24/ai-playlist-expanding-usa-canada-ireland-new-zealand/.
Shanklin, Will. “Spotify’s AI Playlists Are Rolling out for Premium Users in the US.” Engadget, Engadget, 24 Sept. 2024, www.engadget.com/ai/spotifys-ai-playlists-are-now-available-for-premium-users-in-the-us-130008423.html.
Weatherbed, Jess. “Spotify’s AI Playlist Builder Is Now Available in the US.” The Verge, The Verge, 24 Sept. 2024, www.theverge.com/2024/9/24/24252971/spotify-ai-playlist-builder-beta-available-us-canada.
Hands-On with Apple iPhone 16 Pro:
“iPhone - Compare Models.” Apple, Apple, www.apple.com/iphone/compare/?modelList=iphone-16-pro-max%2Ciphone-14-pro-max. Accessed 25 Sept. 2024.
“iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.” Apple, Apple, www.apple.com/iphone-16-pro/. Accessed 25 Sept. 2024.
Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Update & New Frames:
“Discover Ray-Ban | Meta Smart Glasses: Specs & Features | Ray-Ban® US.” Ray-Ban.Com, Ray-Ban, www.ray-ban.com/usa/discover-ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses/clp. Accessed 26 Sept. 2024.
“Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses.” Meta, MEta, www.meta.com/smart-glasses. Accessed 26 Sept. 2024.
Shakir, Umar. “The Biggest News from Meta Connect 2024.” The Verge, The Verge, 25 Sept. 2024, www.theverge.com/24254101/meta-connect-2024-announcements-products.
Rueppel Recommends:
ComicBook. “Disney+: Every Movie and TV Show Arriving in October 2024.” Comicbook.Com, Comicbook.com, 19 Sept. 2024, comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/disney-plus-streaming-movies-tv-shows-new-october/#18.
Ridgely, Charlie. “Everything Coming to Hulu in October 2024.” Comicbook.Com, Comicbook.com, 22 Sept. 2024, comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/hulu-streaming-october-2024-new-movies-tv-shows/#20.
Ridgely, Charlie. “Netflix: Every Movie and TV Show Arriving in October 2024.” Comicbook.Com, Comicbook.com, 25 Sept. 2024, comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/netflix-october-2024-new-movies-tv-shows-streaming/.
“Scamanda.” Apple Podcasts, Lionsgate Sound, podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/scamanda/id1685691481. Accessed 26 Sept. 2024.
“Scamanda.” Spotify, Lionsgate Sound, open.spotify.com/show/3UNxeZPD5fDSzm26mqTjgc. Accessed 26 Sept. 2024.
Resources:
4 Ways PlanEnroll Will Make This Your Best AEP Yet: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG617R5
Apps for Tracking Business Expenses: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA67
Are You Self-Sabotaging Your Insurance Sales Success? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG616
Ask ASG Mailbag: Send Us Your Questions: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240920
What Today's Financial Environment Means for Medicare Beneficiaries & Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG618
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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/
Friday Sep 20, 2024
Friday Sep 20, 2024
The Friday Five for September 20, 2024:
AEP Countdown & Ask Integrity Shoppers
FOMC September 2024 Meeting
New Features From iOS 18 Release
Instagram Teen Account Changes
Ask ASG Mailbag: Send Us Your Questions
Ask ASG Mailbag: Send Your Insurance Marketing & Sales Questions to ASGPodcast@RitterIM.com
AEP Countdown & Ask Integrity Shoppers:
Learn about Ask Integrity™: https://integrity.com/ask-integrity/
Learn more about PlanEnroll: https://ritterim.com/planenroll/
MedicareCENTER: https://integrity.com/medicarecenter/
Not partnered with Integrity? Register here: https://identity.integrity.com/register
FOMC September 2024 Meeting:
“Consumer Price Index - August 2024.” BLS.Gov, U.S. Bureau of Labor & Statistics, 11 Sept. 2024, www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cpi.pdf.
“Employment Situation Summary - 2024 M08 Results.” BLS.Gov, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 Sept. 2024, www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.nr0.htm.
Mercado, Darla. “Fed Blog Recap: Chair Jerome Powell Defends Central Bank’s Decision to Go Big with First Cut.” CNBC, CNBC, 18 Sept. 2024, www.cnbc.com/2024/09/18/fed-meeting-live-updates-traders-await-september-interest-rate-cut.html.
“Federal Reserve Issues FOMC Statement.” FederalReserve.Gov, Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, 18 Sept. 2024, www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/monetary20240918a.htm.
Mena, Bryan, et al. “First Fed Rate Cut since Covid.” CNN, Cable News Network, 18 Sept. 2024, www.cnn.com/business/live-news/federal-reserve-interest-rate-09-18-24/index.html.
“Meeting Calendars and Information.” FederalReserve.Gov, The Federal Reserve, www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/fomccalendars.htm. Accessed 18 September 2024.
“Personal Income and Outlays, July 2024.” BEA.Gov, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), 30 Aug. 2024, www.bea.gov/news/2024/personal-income-and-outlays-july-2024.
New Features from iOS 18 Release:
Nield, David. “How to Use Apple’s Distraction Control Feature in Safari.” Wired, Conde Nast, 6 Sept. 2024, www.wired.com/story/how-to-use-safari-distraction-control-feature/.
“iOS 18: Get Rid of Website Distractions in Safari.” MacRumors.Com, MacRumors, 16 Sept. 2024, www.macrumors.com/how-to/ios-18-get-rid-of-website-distractions-in-safari/.
“iOS 18 Is Available Today, Making iPhone More Personal and Capable than Ever.” Apple.Com, Apple, 16 Sept. 2024, www.apple.com/newsroom/2024/09/ios-18-is-available-today-making-iphone-more-personal-and-capable-than-ever/.
“Watchos 11 Is Available Today.” Apple.Com, Apple Newsroom, 18 Sept. 2024, www.apple.com/newsroom/2024/09/watchos-11-is-available-today/.
Instagram Teen Account Changes:
Roth, Emma. “Instagram Is Putting Every Teen into a More Private and Restrictive New Account.” Verge.Com, The Verge, 17 Sept. 2024, www.theverge.com/2024/9/17/24246423/instagram-teen-account-private-restrictive.
“Instagram’s New Privacy Protections for Minors Could Hamper App’s Ads Biz.” Thedrum.Com, The Drum, 17 Sept. 2024, www.thedrum.com/news/2024/09/17/instagram-s-new-privacy-protections-minors-could-hamper-the-app-s-ads-biz-experts.
Ortutay, Barbara. “Instagram Makes Teen Accounts Private as Pressure Mounts on the App to Protect Children.” AP News, Associated Press, 17 Sept. 2024, apnews.com/article/instagram-meta-teen-accounts-kids-425a05cc37f81b6ff2b7439d3884c54a.
“Introducing Instagram Teen Accounts: Built-in Protections for Teens, Peace of Mind for Parents.” About.Fb.Com, Meta, 17 Sept. 2024, about.fb.com/news/2024/09/instagram-teen-accounts/.
“New Protections to Give Teens More Age-Appropriate Experiences on Our Apps.” About.Fb.Com, Meta, 11 Jan. 2024, about.fb.com/news/2024/01/teen-protections-age-appropriate-experiences-on-our-apps/.
Ask ASG Mailbag:
Send Your Insurance Marketing & Sales Questions to ASGPodcast@RitterIM.com
Resources:
4 Ways PlanEnroll Will Make This Your Best AEP Yet: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG617R5
How to Keep Clients Safe from Insurance Fraud: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG619
Organization Tips and Tricks for the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period: https://ritterim.com/blog/organization-tips-and-tricks-for-the-medicare-annual-enrollment-period/
The Hidden Value of Selling Medicare Supplements During AEP: https://ritterim.com/blog/the-hidden-value-of-selling-medicare-supplements-during-aep/
What Today's Financial Environment Means for Medicare Beneficiaries & Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG618
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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/
Friday Sep 06, 2024
Friday Sep 06, 2024
The Friday Five for September 6, 2024:
Countdown to AEP 2025
How to get ‘Contract Now’ access
Apple Podcasts on the web
More new features from Instagram
2nd Round of Ritter Summits
Countdown to AEP 2025:
2025 Medicare Market Disruption Information: https://ritterim.com/follow-medicare-changes/
How to get ‘Contract Now’ access:
Contract faster online with ‘Contract Now’: https://ritterim.com/the-ritter-platform/#contract-now
List of Ritter Sales Specialists: https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/
Apple Podcasts on the web:
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/browse
Cridland, James. “Apple Podcasts Is Now on the Web... and Android.” Podnews, Podnews, 20 Aug. 2024, podnews.net/update/apple-podcasts-web-2.
Forristal, Lauren. “Apple Podcasts Launches on the Web.” TechCrunch, TechCrunch, 19 Aug. 2024, techcrunch.com/2024/08/19/apple-podcasts-on-web-browser/.
Mayo, Benjamin. “Apple Podcasts Launches Web App, Listen to Your up next Queue and Library in a Browser.” 9to5Mac, 9to5Mac, 19 Aug. 2024, 9to5mac.com/2024/08/19/apple-podcasts-web-app/.
Peters, Jay. “Apple Podcasts Now Has a Web App.” The Verge, The Verge, 19 Aug. 2024, www.theverge.com/2024/8/19/24223811/apple-podcasts-web-app.
ASG Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agent-survival-guide-podcast/id1310637866
Bouvard, Pierre. “YouTube’s Growth as a Podcast Power Player Revealed in Cumulus Media and Signal Hill Insights’ Podcast Download – Spring 2024 Report.” Westwood One, Westwood One, 8 July 2024, www.westwoodone.com/blog/2024/07/08/youtubes-growth-as-a-podcast-power-player-revealed-in-cumulus-media-and-signal-hill-insights-podcast-download-spring-2024-report/.
More new features from Instagram:
Forristal, Lauren. “As More Instagram Users Engage with Stories, the App Adds a Comments Feature.” TechCrunch, TechCrunch, 3 Sept. 2024, techcrunch.com/2024/09/03/instagram-stories-public-comments-feature/.
Peters, Jay. “Instagram Adds What Photos Have Always Needed: Words.” The Verge, The Verge, 27 Aug. 2024, www.theverge.com/2024/8/27/24228983/instagram-photos-text-editor-stickers.
Connellan, Shannon. “Instagram Now Lets You Add Words on Posts like Reels.” Mashable, Mashable, 28 Aug. 2024, mashable.com/article/instagram-words.
Clover, Juli. “Instagram Now Supports Adding Text and Stickers to Photos.” MacRumors, MacRumors, 27 Aug. 2024, www.macrumors.com/2024/08/27/instagram-text-stickers-photos/.
2nd Round of Ritter Summits:
Register for Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits: https://summits.ritterim.com/
Resources:
5 Must-Haves for Every Agent During AEP 2025: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240830
Are You Self-Sabotaging Your Insurance Sales Success? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG616
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
FAQs About the Medicare Call Recording Requirements: https://ritterim.com/blog/faqs-about-the-medicare-call-recording-requirements/
How Insurance Agents Can Use Stories to Sell Insurance: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG613
How to Create a Google Business Profile: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG614
How to Get Your Medicare Enrollment Kits on Time: https://ritterim.com/blog/how-to-get-your-medicare-enrollment-kits-on-time/
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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/
Friday Aug 30, 2024
Friday Aug 30, 2024
Are these essentials part of your strategy for this Annual Enrollment Period? They should be! Listen as we highlight how agents can simplify marketing and enrollment efforts for AEP 2025.
Read the text version
Register for your MedicareCENTER account: https://identity.medicarecenter.com/register
Resources:
5 Tips to Make the Most of AEP: https://ritterim.com/blog/5-tips-to-make-the-most-of-aep/
9 Essential Tools for Beginner Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG595
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Digital Marketing for Insurance Agents: Our Top Tips to Boost Business: https://ritterim.com/blog/digital-marketing-for-insurance-agents-our-top-tips-to-boost-business/
Download the Guide - Modern Medicare Marketing for Today's Agents: https://ritterim.com/modern-marketing-guide/
Get Your PlanEnroll Site: https://ritterim.com/planenroll/
Learn More About Integrity Tools: https://ritterim.com/integrity-tools/
The Survivor's AEP Checklist: https://ritterim.com/blog/the-survivors-aep-checklist/
What Are Agents Responsible for Under HIPAA? https://ritterim.com/blog/what-are-agents-responsible-for-under-hipaa/
References:
Lankford, Kimberly. “What Caregivers Should Know about Medicare Coverage.” AARP, American Association of Retired Persons, 5 June 2024, www.aarp.org/health/medicare-insurance/info-2024/medicare-caregiving-support.html.
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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/
Friday Aug 23, 2024
Friday Aug 23, 2024
The Friday Five for August 23, 2024:
Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits Next Week
Instagram Testing Rectangular Profile Grid
FTC Ban on Noncompete Agreements Overturned
"Time is Money" Initiative from Biden-Harris Administration
CMS Announces First 10 Part D Negotiated Drug Prices
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Register for Ritter Insurance Marketing Annual Summits: https://summits.ritterim.com/
Instagram Testing Rectangular Profile Grid:
Hutchinson, Andrew. “Instagram Chief Flags Coming Changes to Profile Grid Displays.” Social Media Today, Social Media Today, 18 Aug. 2024, www.socialmediatoday.com/news/instagram-chief-flags-coming-changes-profile-grid-displays/724532/.
Moon, Mariella. “Instagram’s Experimental Profile Grid Has Rectangular Images Instead of Squares.” Engadget, Engadget, 17 Aug. 2024, www.engadget.com/social-media/instagrams-experimental-profile-grid-has-rectangular-images-instead-of-squares-160007086.html.
Mishra, Prakruti. “Instagram Explores Vertical Profile Grid in Shift from Classic Squares.” Business Standard, Business Standard, 19 Aug. 2024, www.business-standard.com/technology/tech-news/instagram-explores-vertical-profile-grid-in-shift-from-classic-squares-124081900317_1.html.
Peters, Jay. “Instagram Is Testing Vertical Profile Grids - and Knows That Might Mess up Layouts.” The Verge, The Verge, 16 Aug. 2024, www.theverge.com/2024/8/16/24222022/instagram-vertical-profile-grids-mess-up-layouts.
FTC Ban on Noncompete Agreements Overturned:
“FTC’s Bid to Ban Noncompete Agreements Rejected by Federal Judge in Texas.” Dallas News, 21 Aug. 2024, www.dallasnews.com/news/2024/08/21/ftcs-bid-to-ban-noncompete-agreements-rejected-by-federal-judge-in-texas/.
Freedman, Robert. “FTC Exceeded Its Authority with Noncompete Ban, Judge Says.” Legal Dive, Legal Dive, 21 Aug. 2024, www.legaldive.com/news/ftc-exceeded-authority-noncompete-ban-judge-ada-brown/724871/.
Stoddart, Michelle, and Elizabeth Schulze. “FTC Ban on Worker Noncompete Agreements Blocked by Federal Judge.” ABC News, ABC News Network, 20 Aug. 2024, abcnews.go.com/Politics/federal-trade-commissions-ban-worker-noncompete-agreements-blocked/story?id=113001832.
Hsu, Andrea. “Federal Judge Throws out U.S. Ban on Noncompetes.” NPR, NPR, 21 Aug. 2024, www.npr.org/2024/08/21/g-s1-18376/federal-judge-tosses-ftc-noncompetes-ban.
Weatherbed, Jess. “The FTC’s Noncompete Agreements Ban Is Blocked.” The Verge, The Verge, 21 Aug. 2024, www.theverge.com/2024/8/21/24225112/ftc-noncompete-agreement-ban-blocked-judge.
“Time is Money” Initiative from Biden-Harris Administration:
“Biden-Harris Administration Announces Broad New Actions to Protect Consumers from Billions in Junk Fees.” The White House, The United States Government, 11 Oct. 2023, www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/10/11/biden-harris-administration-announces-broad-new-actions-to-protect-consumers-from-billions-in-junk-fees/.
Haslett, Cheyenne. “Canceling Subscriptions Should Be as Easy as Signing up, Newly Proposed Federal Rule Says.” ABC News, ABC News Network, 12 Aug. 2024, abcnews.go.com/Politics/canceling-subscriptions-easy-signing-new-federal-rule/story?id=112724977.
“Fact Sheet: Biden-Harris Administration Launches New Effort to Crack down on Everyday Headaches and Hassles That Waste Americans’ Time and Money.” The White House, The United States Government, 13 Aug. 2024, www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/08/12/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-launches-new-effort-to-crack-down-on-everyday-headaches-and-hassles-that-waste-americans-time-and-money/.
Rosalsky, Greg. “The White House Plan to Stop Companies from Wasting Our Time.” NPR, NPR, 20 Aug. 2024, www.npr.org/sections/planet-money/2024/08/19/g-s1-17604/the-white-house-plan-to-stop-companies-from-wasting-our-time.
CMS Announces First Part D Negotiated Drug Prices:
“Factsheet: Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Aug. 2023, www.cms.gov/files/document/fact-sheet-medicare-selected-drug-negotiation-list-ipay-2026.pdf.
“Fact Sheets Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program: Negotiated Prices for Initial Price Applicability Year 2026.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 15 Aug. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/medicare-drug-price-negotiation-program-negotiated-prices-initial-price-applicability-year-2026.
“HHS Selects the First Drugs for Medicare Drug Price Negotiation.” HHS.Gov, Department of Health & Human Services, 8 Feb. 2024, www.hhs.gov/about/news/2023/08/29/hhs-selects-the-first-drugs-for-medicare-drug-price-negotiation.html.
“Negotiating for Lower Drug Prices Works, Saves Billions.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 15 Aug. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/negotiating-lower-drug-prices-works-saves-billions.
Resources:
2025 Maximum Broker Commissions for Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D Update: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGN20240808
CMS Announces Part D Savings & 2026 Maximum Fair Prices for First 10 Medicare-Negotiated Drugs: https://ritterim.com/blog/cms-announces-part-d-savings-and-2026-maximum-fair-prices-for-first-10-medicare-negotiated-drugs/
How Insurance Agents Can Use Stories to Sell Insurance: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG613
LinkedIn Basics for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG612
Supreme Court Overrules Chevron Deference: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240705
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Friday Aug 16, 2024
Friday Aug 16, 2024
Join Sarah as she recaps what she learned at the 2024 Global Leadership Summit.
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Mentioned in this episode:
Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast: Official | Apple | Spotify | YouTube
Global Leadership Summit: https://globalleadership.org/summit/
Kindra Hall Storytelling Books: https://www.kindrahall.com/books
Moriah Smallbone Official Website: https://www.moriahofficial.com/
Mind Shift with Erwin & Aaron McManus: Apple | Spotify | YouTube
The Seven Frequencies of Communication: https://www.thesevenfrequencies.com/
Resources:
Best Practices for Training Downline Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG589
Developing an Agency: Your Guide to Getting Started: https://ritterim.com/agency-guide/
How to Be an Adaptable Insurance Agent: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG582
How to Recruit Agents to Your Downline in 2024: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG588
The Best Books for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG590
References:
“7 Workplace Personality Tests That Can Help Improve Your Team.” LinkedIn, LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/business/talent/blog/learning-and-development/workplace-personality-tests-that-can-improve-your-team. Accessed 13 Aug. 2024.
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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/
Friday Aug 02, 2024
Friday Aug 02, 2024
The Friday Five for August 2, 2024:
Target Denim Take Back Event
New Maps and Waze Updates from Google
Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle Now Available
FOMC July 2024 Meeting
CMS Changes to ACA Plan Switching Process
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Target Denim Take Back Event:
Garlin, Shannon. “Target Announces a Limited-Time Denim Trade-in Program - How to Save.” TODAY.Com, TODAY, 29 July 2024, www.today.com/shop/target-denim-take-back-event-savings-rcna164033.
“Target Announces First Official Denim Take Back Event, Offering 20% off New Styles in Exchange for Previously-Worn Denim.” Target, Target, 29 July 2024, corporate.target.com/press/release/2024/07/target-announces-first-official-denim-take-back-event,-offering-20-off-new-styles-in-exchange-for-p.
Bregel, Sarah. “Target Will Give You Coupons If You Swap Your Old Jeans for Its Own Denim Styles.” FastCompany.Com, Fast Company, 29 July 2024, www.fastcompany.com/91164305/target-back-to-school-shopping-coupons-discounts-sales-denim-trade-in.
New Maps and Waze Updates from Google:
Shakir, Umar. “Google Maps Is Getting Even More like Waze.” The Verge, The Verge, 31 July 2024, www.theverge.com/2024/7/31/24209969/google-maps-destination-guidance-waze-camera-events.
Sorrentino, Mike. “Google Maps, Waze Make It Easier to Report Crashes, Cameras and Slowdowns.” CNET, CNET, 31 July 2024, www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/google-maps-waze-make-it-easier-to-report-crashes-cameras-and-slowdowns/.
Fielding, Sarah. “Google Maps Will Show You Where to Enter Your Destination.” Engadget, Engadget, 31 July 2024, www.engadget.com/google-maps-will-show-you-where-to-enter-your-destination-130021496.html.
Li, Abner. “New Google Maps Incident Reporting Comes to Mobile & Android Auto, Waze Gets Lockscreen Navigation.” 9to5Google, 9to5Google, 31 July 2024, 9to5google.com/2024/07/31/google-maps-incident-reporting/.
Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle Now Available:
“Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle.” Disney+, Disney+, www.disneyplus.com/welcome/disney-hulu-max-bundle. Accessed 31 July 2024.
“Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle.” Hulu, Hulu, www.hulu.com/disney-hulu-max-bundle. Accessed 31 July 2024.
“Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle.” Max Help Center, Max, help.max.com/us/Answer/Detail/000002578. Accessed 31 July 2024.
Manfredi, Lucas. “How to Change Your Plan to the Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle as an Existing Subscriber.” TheWrap, The Wrap, 25 July 2024, www.thewrap.com/disney-hulu-max-bundle-how-to-change-plan/.
Weatherbed, Jess. “The Disney Plus, Hulu, and Max Streaming Bundle Is Now Available.” The Verge, The Verge, 25 July 2024, www.theverge.com/2024/7/25/24205865/disney-plus-hulu-max-streaming-bundle-price-availability.
FOMC July 2024 Meeting:
“Consumer Price Index - June 2024.” Bls.Gov, Bureau of Labor Statistics, 11 July 2024, www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cpi.pdf.
Cox, Jeff. “Fed Holds Rates Steady and Notes Progress on Inflation.” CNBC, CNBC, 31 July 2024, www.cnbc.com/2024/07/31/fed-rate-decision-july-2024.html.
Curran, Enda. “Fed Meeting Today: Live Analysis on Interest Rates, Powell Speech.” Edited by Michael Arnold and Chris Anstey, Bloomberg.Com, Bloomberg, 31 July 2024, www.bloomberg.com/news/live-blog/2024-07-31/fomc-rate-decision-and-fed-chair-news-conference.
Smialek, Jeanna. “Fed Opens Door to September Rates Cut If Inflation Stays Cool.” The New York Times, The New York Times, 31 July 2024, www.nytimes.com/2024/07/31/business/economy/fed-meeting-interest-rates.html.
Guida, Victoria. “Fed Poised to Cut Rates, Ignoring Trump and GOP Lawmakers.” Politico, Politico, 31 July 2024, www.politico.com/news/2024/07/31/fed-interest-rate-cuts-trump-republican-backlash-00171918.
“Meeting Calendars and Information.” FederalReserve.Gov, The Federal Reserve, www.federalreserve.gov/monetarypolicy/fomccalendars.htm. Accessed 31 July 2024.
“Personal Income and Outlays, June 2024.” Bea.Gov, Bureau of Economic Analysis, 26 July 2024, www.bea.gov/news/2024/personal-income-and-outlays-june-2024.
CMS Changes to ACA Plan Switching Process:
Appleby, Julie. “Biden Administration Tightens Broker Access to Healthcare.Gov to Thwart Rogue Sign-Ups.” Fierce Healthcare, KFF Health News, 22 July 2024, www.fiercehealthcare.com/payers/biden-administration-tightens-broker-access-healthcaregov-thwart-rogue-sign-ups.
“CMS Statement on Agent and Broker Marketplace Activity.” CMS.Gov Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 12 Apr. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-statement-agent-and-broker-marketplace-activity.
“CMS Statement on Agent and Broker Marketplace Activity, Update.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 6 May 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-statement-agent-and-broker-marketplace-activity-update.
“CMS Statement on System Changes to Stop Unauthorized Agent and Broker Marketplace Activity.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 19 July 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-statement-system-changes-stop-unauthorized-agent-and-broker-marketplace-activity.
Resources:
5 Things About the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240726
Agent's Guide to Phone Communication Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG608
Agent's Guide to Social Media Communication Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG606
Events & Webinars for Insurance Agents: https://ritterim.com/events/
Facebook Basics for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG607
How Agents Can Protect Clients from Unauthorized ACA Plan Switching: https://ritterim.com/blog/how-agents-can-protect-clients-from-unauthorized-aca-plan-switching/
Marketplace Call Center: 1-800-318-2596
Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits 2024: https://link.chtbl.com/ASDF20240719
Signs It's Time to Expand Your Insurance Portfolio & Make the Move! https://link.chtbl.com/ASG605
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Friday Jul 26, 2024
Friday Jul 26, 2024
Join Sarah for a special Friday Five episode all about the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan. Find out what insurance agents need to know – including how to get client-facing marketing materials that detail the Inflation Reduction Act changes coming to Medicare Part D in 2025.
Interested in the marketing materials Sarah mentioned during this episode?
Contact our sales team at Ritter Insurance Marketing at https://www.ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team
Email the podcast at ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com
Call our hotline and leave a voicemail at 1-717-562-7211
Learn more about MedicareCENTER at https://integrity.com/medicarecenter/
Resources:
5 FAQs About the Shop & Enroll Phaseout: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240712
Agent's Guide to Social Media Communication Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG606
Facebook Basics for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG607
Medicare Advantage & Part D Certification Info: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGN20240715
Preparing Clients for the New Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Program: https://ritterim.com/blog/preparing-clients-for-the-new-medicare-prescription-payment-plan-program/
Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits 2024: https://link.chtbl.com/ASDF20240719
The Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage Determination Changes for 2025 or Beyond: https://ritterim.com/blog/the-medicare-part-d-creditable-coverage-determination-changes-for-2025-or-beyond/
References:
“The Biden-Harris Administration Releases Final Part Two Guidance to Help People with Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage Manage Prescription Drug Costs.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 16 July 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/biden-harris-administration-releases-final-part-two-guidance-help-people-medicare-prescription-drug
“Biden-Harris Administration Issues Final Guidance to Help People with Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage Manage Prescription Drug Costs.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 29 Feb. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/biden-harris-administration-issues-final-guidance-help-people-medicare-prescription-drug-coverage
“CMS Issues Additional Guidance on Program to Allow People with Medicare to Pay Out-of-Pocket Prescription Drug Costs in Monthly Payments.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 15 Feb. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-issues-additional-guidance-program-allow-people-medicare-pay-out-pocket-prescription-drug-costs
“CMS Issues Draft Guidance on New Program to Allow People with Medicare to Pay Out-of-Pocket Prescription Drug Costs in Monthly Payments.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 21 Aug. 2023, www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-issues-draft-guidance-new-program-allow-people-medicare-pay-out-pocket-prescription-drug-costs
“CMS National Training Program Live Events.” CMS National Training Program, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, cmsnationaltrainingprogram.cms.gov/live-events Accessed 25 July 2024.
“Fact Sheets Draft CY 2025 Part D Redesign Program Instructions Fact Sheet.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 31 Jan. 2024, www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/draft-cy-2025-part-d-redesign-program-instructions-fact-sheet
“Fact Sheet: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-fact-sheet.pdf Accessed 25 July 2024.
“Fact Sheet: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Final Part One Guidance.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/files/document/fact-sheet-medicare-prescription-payment-plan-final-part-one-guidance.pdf Accessed 25 July 2024.
“Fact Sheet: Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Final Part Two Guidance.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/files/document/fact-sheet-medicare-prescription-payment-plan-final-part-two-guidance.pdf Accessed 25 July 2024.
“Inflation Reduction Act and Medicare.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.cms.gov/inflation-reduction-act-and-medicare Accessed 25 July 2024.
“Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Implementation Timeline.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 1 July 2024, www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-timeline.pdf
Seshamani, Meena. “Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Draft Part Two ...” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 15 Feb. 2024, www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-draft-part-two-guidance.pdf
Seshamani, Meena. “Medicare Prescription Payment Plan Part 1 Guidance.” CMS.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 21 Aug. 2023, www.cms.gov/files/document/medicare-prescription-payment-plan-part-1-guidance.pdf
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Friday Jul 19, 2024
Friday Jul 19, 2024
The Friday Five for July 19, 2024:
Target No Longer Accepts Personal Checks
Apple Watch Series 10 Rumors
Why Should Insurance Agents Hold In-Person Seminars?
Asset-Based LTCi vs. Traditional LTCi
Ritter Summits 2024
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Target No Longer Accepts Personal Checks:
Target will stop accepting personal checks: https://www.nbcnews.com/business/consumer/target-will-stop-accepting-personal-checks-rcna160702
Target will stop accepting personal checks next week. Are the days of the payment method numbered? https://apnews.com/article/target-stop-accepting-personal-checks-d42d5e5d1f3c9a5f08c1899526c305bb
Target will stop accepting this old-school form of payment: https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/10/business/target-personal-checks/index.html
Apple Watch Series 10 Rumors:
Apple May Be Bringing an Ultra-Sized Screen to the Series Watch 10: https://hypebeast.com/2024/7/apple-watch-ultra-screen-series-10-lineup
Apple Watch 10 tipped to get these 3 new features — but blood-pressure sensor faces 'snags': https://mashable.com/article/apple-watch-10-3-features-rumored-blood-pressure-sensor
Report: Apple Watch Series 10 to Offer Larger Screens and Faster Chip, but New Health Features in Trouble: https://www.macrumors.com/2024/07/07/series-10-larger-screens-and-faster-chip/
What’s Next for the Apple Watch: Bigger Screens But a Similar Look: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-07-07/apple-watch-series-10-ultra-3-details-bigger-screens-blood-pressure-challenge-lybjqp0q
Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits 2024:
Register for Ritter Summits: https://summits.ritterim.com/
Resources:
App Trends in 2024: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA63
Medicare Advantage Emergency-Related SEPs: https://ritterim.com/blog/medicare-advantage-emergency-related-seps/
Medicare Supplement Plan Breakdown for Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG604
Prescription Drugs Your Medicare Clients Could See Lower Coinsurances for in 2024: https://ritterim.com/blog/prescription-drugs-your-medicare-clients-could-see-lower-coinsurances-for-in-2024/
Supreme Court Overrules Chevron Deference: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240705
TikTok Basics for Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG603
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Friday Jul 12, 2024
Friday Jul 12, 2024
Ritter Insurance Marketing is saying goodbye to Shop & Enroll as we transition to Integrity’s PlanEnroll platform. Find out what agents need to know as we hear from Craig and answer some frequently asked questions.
Learn More About the Shop & Enroll Phaseout: https://ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/
Shop & Enroll Phaseout Frequently Asked Questions: https://ritterim.com/documents/shop-and-enroll-phaseout-faq.pdf
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Friday Jul 05, 2024
Friday Jul 05, 2024
The Friday Five for July 5, 2024:
AEP Prep & Upcoming Webinars and Events
Streaming Services Raising Prices This Summer
Streaming Picks July 2024
2024 Q3 Medicare Part B Drug Rebate List
Supreme Court Overrules Chevron Deference
AEP Prep & Upcoming Webinars and Events:
How to Present Short Term Care
New Agent Orientation
Ritter Docs Certification Center
Ritter Summits
Ritter's Weekly Roundup
Tech Tip Tuesdays (July)
The Ritter Report
Understanding the Integrity Platform
Streaming Services Raising Prices This Summer:
Another streaming platform will raise prices this summer: https://www.kgw.com/article/news/nation-world/paramount-plus-price-increase-details/507-349a34cd-e595-4c44-a348-bc6b6d8f86cc
Disney+, Hulu, Max Bundle: https://help.max.com/us/Answer/Detail/000002578
Netflix is starting to phase out its cheapest ad-free plan: https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/2/24190632/netflix-ad-free-basic-plan-discontinued
How to Watch the 2024 Summer Olympics Without Cable: https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-ways-to-watch-the-olympics-without-cable
Paramount+ Prices to Increase for Most Subscribers Starting This August: https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/paramount-plus-price-streaming-increase-1236046774/
Peacock Price Increase: https://www.peacocktv.com/help/article/price-increase
Peacock's Pricier Plans: What to Know About the Subscription Increase: https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/peacock-pricier-plans-what-to-know-about-subscription-increase/
Spotify is increasing US prices again: https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/3/24170301/spotify-us-price-increase-plans
Spotify Launches Cheaper $10.99/Month Premium Plan Without Audiobooks: https://www.macrumors.com/2024/06/21/spotify-cheaper-premium-plan/
Spotify Plans More Price Increases in 2024: Report: https://www.billboard.com/business/streaming/spotify-price-increases-1235648181/
Warner Bros. Discovery hikes prices for Max streaming service: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/04/max-price-increases.html
What streaming costs in 2024: The price of Netflix, Disney Plus and more: https://www.tomsguide.com/news/what-streaming-costs-in-2024-the-price-of-netflix-disney-plus-and-more
Streaming Picks July 2024:
Everything Coming to Netflix, Disney+, Max & Other Streaming Services in July 2024: https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/streaming-new-july-2024-netflix-max-disney-hulu-paramount-prime-video-peacock/#18
2024 Q3 Medicare Part B Drug Rebate List:
Biden administration to lower costs for 64 drugs through inflation penalties on drugmakers: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/26/biden-to-lower-some-drug-costs-through-inflation-penalties.html
HHS Announces Cost Savings for 64 Prescription Drugs Thanks to the Medicare Rebate Program Established by the Biden-Harris Administration’s Lower Cost Prescription Drug Law: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/hhs-announces-cost-savings-64-prescription-drugs-thanks-medicare-rebate-program-established-biden
Medicare Rebate for 64 Medications to Start Rolling Out: Here's What to Know: https://www.cnet.com/health/medical/medicare-rebate-for-64-medications-to-start-rolling-out-heres-what-to-know/
Prescription Drugs Your Medicare Clients Could See Lower Coinsurances for in 2024: https://ritterim.com/blog/prescription-drugs-your-medicare-clients-could-see-lower-coinsurances-for-in-2024/
Reduced Coinsurance for Certain Part B Rebatable Drugs Under the Medicare Prescription Drug Inflation Rebate Program (Q3 2024): https://www.cms.gov/files/document/reduced-coinsurance-certain-part-b-rebatable-drugs-july-1-september-30-2024.pdf
Supreme Court Overrules Chevron Deference:
5 Ways a New Supreme Court Ruling Could Shape Life, Health and Advice Regs: https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2024/06/28/5-ways-a-new-supreme-court-ruling-could-shape-life-health-and-advice-regs/
Chevron deference: https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/chevron_deference
Chevron takeaways: Supreme Court ruling removes frequently used tool from federal regulators: https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-chevron-regulations-environment-biden-536cb6a7e4bc744bbaa3f058637bbf6c
Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo: https://www.law.cornell.edu/supremecourt/text/22-451#writing-22-451_CONCUR_5
How the Supreme Court’s blockbuster ‘Chevron’ ruling puts countless regulations in jeopardy: https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/30/politics/chevron-ruling-explained-supreme-court-meaning/index.html
How the Supreme Court's massive Chevron decision will affect climate policy: https://www.axios.com/2024/07/01/supreme-court-post-chevron-climate-policy
New Health Insurance Suit Could Affect DOL Fiduciary Rule Litigation: https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2024/05/24/new-health-insurance-suit-could-affect-dol-fiduciary-rule-litigation/
Supreme Court’s ‘Chevron’ ruling means changes for writing laws: https://rollcall.com/2024/06/28/supreme-courts-chevron-ruling-means-changes-for-writing-laws/
Supreme Court overrules Chevron deference, dealing blow to federal healthcare agencies: https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/regulatory/supreme-court-overrules-chevron-deference-dealing-blow-federal-healthcare-agencies
Supreme Court rules for fishermen in landmark ‘Chevron deference’ case: https://www.nationalfisherman.com/national-international/supreme-court-rules-for-fishermen-in-landmark-chevron-deference-case
Three NJ herring fishermen made history at the Supreme Court, but their fight isn't over: https://www.app.com/story/news/local/courts/2024/07/01/supreme-court-favors-nj-herring-fishermen-in-historic-chevron-case/74246290007/
Resources:
5 Perks of Being a Part-Time Insurance Agent: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG6005
5 Social Media Trends for Insurance Agents in 2024: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240524
Best Free Note-Taking Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA60
Best Practices for Video Calls: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG597
Contact the ASG Podcast by Email: ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or phone: 1-717-562-7211
Summer Podcast Recommendations: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG600
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Friday Jun 28, 2024
Friday Jun 28, 2024
What if you could give being an insurance agent a practice run before giving up your full-time job? We get it! Learn how to start out as a part-time insurance agent before making the jump to a new career.
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Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Resources:
5 Things About Prepping for the Insurance License Exam: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240607
9 Essential Tools for Beginner Insurance Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG595
How Professional Organizations Make You a Better Agent: https://ritterim.com/blog/how-professional-organizations-make-you-a-better-agent/
Request a Portfolio Review from Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://ritterim.com/portfolio/
Ritter Insurance Marketing Official Site: https://ritterim.com/
The Benefits of Joining a Top Insurance FMO: https://ritterim.com/blog/the-benefits-of-joining-a-top-insurance-fmo/
Training Opportunities for Insurance Agents at Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG437
What Today's Financial Environment Means for Medicare Beneficiaries & Agents: https://ritterim.com/blog/what-todays-financial-environment-means-for-medicare-beneficiaries-and-agents/
Why Now is the Time to Start Selling Insurance: https://ritterim.com/blog/why-now-is-the-time-to-start-selling-insurance/
Your Step-By-Step Guide to Getting Started in Insurance Sales: https://ritterim.com/free-guide/
References:
Captive Agent: What it is, How it Works, Pros and Cons: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/captive-agent.asp
Five Tips for the Part-Time Agent: https://www.insurance-forums.com/practice-building/hiring-staffing/five-tips-for-the-part-time-agent/
Independent Agent: What It Is and What They Do: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/i/independent-agent.asp
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Friday Jun 21, 2024
Friday Jun 21, 2024
The Friday Five for June 21, 2024:
AHIP 2024 Certification Down, CY 2025 Coming Soon
Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage in Employer Plans
Biden Administration Proposes Rule on Medical Debt
Done Telehealth & The CDC Advisory on Stimulant ADHD Meds
Amazon RxPass Expands to Medicare Beneficiaries
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Resources:
2025 Medicare Advantage & Part D Certification Info: https://ritterim.com/blog/2025-medicare-advantage-and-part-d-certification-info/
Are You Self-Sabotaging Your Insurance Sales Success? https://ritterim.com/blog/are-you-self-sabotaging-your-insurance-sales-success/
5 Things About Prepping for the Insurance License Exam: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240607
Developing a Retention Mindset ft. Blake Amos (Cigna Healthcare): https://link.chtbl.com/2024BlakeAmos
Join Us at the Summits! https://ritterim.com/blog/join-us-at-the-summits/
Training Opportunities for Insurance Agents at Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG437
AHIP 2024 Certification Down, CY 2025 Coming Soon:
Medicare + Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Training: https://www.ahip.org/courses/medicare-fraud-waste-and-abuse-training
What Is AHIP Certification and How Do I Get It? https://ritterim.com/blog/what-is-ahip-certification-and-how-do-i-get-it/
Biden Administration Proposes Rule on Medical Debt:
CFPB Proposes to Ban Medical Bills from Credit Reports: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-proposes-to-ban-medical-bills-from-credit-reports/
Even if Medical Debt Isn't on Your Credit Report, It Can Drag Down Your Credit: https://money.usnews.com/credit-cards/articles/even-if-medical-debt-isnt-on-your-credit-report-it-can-drag-down-your-credit
In sweeping change, Biden administration to ban medical debt from credit reports: https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/sweeping-change-biden-administration-ban-medical-debt-credit/story?id=110997906
Will CFPB’s Ban On Medical Debts From Credit Reports Help Patients? https://www.forbes.com/sites/gebai/2024/06/16/cfpbs-ban-on-medical-debts-from-credit-reports-will-harm-patients/
Done Telehealth & The CDC Advisory on Stimulant ADHD Meds:
CDC warns access to ADHD meds may be disrupted after arrests of health-care startup executives: https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/13/health/cdc-adhd-medication-alert/index.html
Disrupted Access to Prescription Stimulant Medications Could Increase Risk of Injury and Overdose: https://emergency.cdc.gov/han/2024/han00510.asp#print
FDA Drug Shortages Portal: https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/drug-shortages
Feds arrest Adderall telehealth CEO under Controlled Substances Act: https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/13/24178049/done-adhd-telehealth-controlled-substances-act-doj-fraud
Founder/CEO and Clinical President of Digital Health Company Arrested for $100M Adderall Distribution and Health Care Fraud Scheme: https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/founderceo-and-clinical-president-digital-health-company-arrested-100m-adderall-distribution
Telehealth startup Done's CEO and clinical president arrested, charged with fraud: https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/health-tech/telehealth-startup-dones-ceo-and-clinical-president-arrested-charged-fraud
Amazon RxPass Expands to Medicare Beneficiaries:
Amazon Pharmacy expands RxPass subscription service to Medicare patients: https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/health-tech/amazon-pharmacy-expands-rxpass-subscription-service-medicare-patients
Amazon RxPass: https://pharmacy.amazon.com/rxpass
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Friday Jun 14, 2024
Friday Jun 14, 2024
The Friday Five for June 14, 2024:
AHIP 2025 Certification Reminder
May 2024 CPI Report
June 2024 FOMC Meeting & Projections
Apple OS Updates from WWDC 2024
Apple Intelligence Features
Register for the Webinar - How to Market Yourself Online: https://bit.ly/marketyourself2024
Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
AHIP 2025 Certification Reminder:
AHIP Medicare + Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Online Course Site: https://www.ahipmedicaretraining.com/
Updates to the 2025 AHIP Certification You Should Know: https://ritterim.com/blog/updates-to-the-2025-ahip-certification-you-should-know/
May 2024 CPI Report:
Consumer Price Index May 2024: https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cpi.pdf
June 2024 FOMC Meeting & Projections:
Fed holds rates steady, indicates only one cut coming this year: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/12/fed-meeting-today-on-interest-rate.html
The Fed expects to cut rates just once this year: https://www.cnn.com/business/live-news/markets-fed-meeting-06-12-24/index.html
Apple OS Updates from WWDC 2024:
Apple iOS 18 Preview: https://www.apple.com/ios/ios-18-preview/
Apple WatchOS Preview: https://www.apple.com/watchos/watchos-preview/
Live blog: Apple’s AI plans, iOS 18, and more at WWDC 2024: https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/24173603/wwdc-2024-live-blog-apple-event-ios-18-ai
watchOS 11 — Apple Watch is finally getting the fitness feature I’ve been waiting for: https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/smartwatches/watchos-11-apple-watch-is-finally-getting-the-fitness-feature-ive-been-waiting-for
Apple Intelligence Features:
Apple Intelligence: https://www.apple.com/apple-intelligence/
Apple is giving Siri an AI upgrade in iOS 18: https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/24171936/apple-siri-ai-update-ios18-features-wwdc
iPhone Genmoji and Image Playground Let You Use AI to Create Emoji Responses That Don't Exist: https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-genmoji-and-image-playground-let-you-use-ai-to-create-emoji-responses-that-dont-exist/
Resources:
5 Social Media Trends for Insurance Agents in 2024: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240524
5 Things About Prepping for the Insurance License Exam: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240607
Agent's Guide to Video Communication Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG596
Best Practices for Video Calls: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG597
Medicare Coverage for Mental Health Services & Substance Use Disorder: https://ritterim.com/blog/medicare-coverage-for-mental-health-services-and-substance-use-disorder/
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