Association Launches 2022 Selling Medicare Insurance Video Package
A series of 72 videos designed to help agents selling Medicare insurance solutions has been launched by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “Many of the nation’s leading Medicare sales and lead generation experts have spoken at the Association’s National... - January 22, 2022
2022 Medicare Supplement Price Index Released by AAMSI
The 2022 Medicare Supplement Insurance Price Index has been released by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. The analysis reports the lowest and highest Medigap Plan G costs for men and women who are age 65. “A 65-year-old woman in Dallas could pay as little as $99.24... - January 21, 2022
New York City Medicare Supplement 2022 Price Index Released by AAMSI
The 2022 Medicare Supplement insurance Price Index for New York City has been released by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “The range of costs for a New York City man or woman turning age 65 is significant,” states Jesse Slome, director of AAMSI, the Medicare... - January 20, 2022
Discount E&O Plan for New Insurance Agents Announced by AAMSI
A low-cost errors and omissions insurance policy to benefit new insurance agents is being offered by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “Saving money is especially important for new life and health agents,” states Jesse Slome, director of the organization. - January 19, 2022
Medicare Insurance Part B Deductible Historical Growth Reported by AAMSI
The Medicare Part B deductible has increased from $60-a-year in 1975 to the current $233 reports the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “Medicare is complex with many moving parts,” states Jesse Slome, director of the Medicare advocacy organization. “Our goal... - January 17, 2022
Connectiv Holdings and Insurance Forums Acquire National Medicare Insurance Industry Conference
Two highly regarded, insurance industry focused companies announced today the acquisition of the National Medicare Insurance Industry Conference created by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. The annual conference is recognized as the leading national event for the Medicare... - January 15, 2022
Medicare Supplement Insurance Policies Expected to Grow Slightly Predicts AAMSI
The number of Americans with Medicare Supplement insurance is expected to grow slightly in 2022 according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “The data and the best minds in the industry look for nominal growth in 2022,” states Jesse Slome, director... - January 14, 2022
2022 Medicare Insurance Statistics Reported by Association
The latest data and statistics regarding Medicare Supplement insurance and Medicare Advantage plans for 2022 will be reported by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “Consumers and insurance professionals want one concise resource where they can find pertinent... - January 13, 2022
Medicare Supplement Plan G is Top Choice Among Turning-65 Seniors Reports AAMSI
More than half of seniors turning 65 in 2021 who purchased Medicare Supplement insurance opted for Plan G according a new report released by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “Plan G was the top choice followed by Plan N among seniors age 65 and opting for... - January 12, 2022
Seniors Turn to Association Directory for Local Medicare Advantage Agents
A study conducted by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance found that an increasing number of seniors utilize the organization’s directory to connect with Medicare Advantage agents. “Many consumers especially those turning 65 do not differentiate between the... - January 09, 2022
Discount E&O for New Agents Offered by Medicare Insurance Association
Discounted Errors and Omissions insurance coverage is now being made available through the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “The discounted coverage can be a huge benefit to the many insurance agents who are joining the business to sell Medicare insurance,”... - January 06, 2022
AAMSI Survey Finds Leading Medicare Insurance Agents Offer Both MA and Medigap
A survey of leading Medicare insurance professionals finds the vast majority now offer both Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement solutions. The survey was conducted by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “It’s hard to overlook the fact that 26 million... - January 02, 2022
Medicare Insurance Association Launches 2022 Open Enrollment Awareness Effort
A campaign to educate 26 million Americans with Medicare Advantage coverage is being launched by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “Medicare has a second, little-known open enrollment period that begins January 1st,” states Jesse Slome, director of the... - January 01, 2022
Three States Add Medigap Insurance Birthday Rule Benefits Reports AAMSI
Three states are making available a significant benefit for seniors with Medicare Supplement insurance starting January 1 reports the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “The Medigap birthday rule will now be available to seniors in Illinois, Nevada and Idaho,”... - December 25, 2021
Medicare Advantage Plans Increasingly Cover In-Home Support Reports Insurance Association
An increasing number of Medicare Advantage health plans are offering in-home service benefits according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “There is clearly a shift taking place that impacts both long-term care and Medicare insurance,” declares Jesse... - December 23, 2021
Record Medicare Insurance Leads Generated by Association During Open Enrollment
A record number of Medicare insurance leads for agents were generated by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance during the just concluded Medicare Open Enrollment. “The number of consumers utilizing the Association’s national online directory grew significantly this... - December 16, 2021
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Website Traffic Grows 61 Percent During AEP
The number of consumers visiting the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance website during Medicare's Annual Open Enrollment increased significantly compared to the prior year. "Website traffic increased 61.75 percent compared to last year’s Medicare Open... - December 11, 2021
Top Markets for Medicare Supplement Insurance Reported by AAMSI
The nation’s 10 top markets for Medicare Supplement insurance was reported by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. 1. Illinois Zip 3: 606 2. Illinois Zip 3: 600 3. Florida Zip 3: 334 4. Illinois Zip 3: 604 5. Illinois Zip 4: 601 6. Florida Zip 3: 342 7. Texas Zip 3:... - December 02, 2021
Florida Drug Plans Compared by American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Florida seniors on Medicare typically have 22 different stand-alone prescription drug plans to compare during Medicare Open Enrollment according to an analysis by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. "Nine different insurance companies offer plans with costs varying... - November 24, 2021
Campaign to Educate Seniors with Medicare Advantage Dental Coverage Launched by AAMSI
An effort to educate seniors with dental coverage included with their Medicare plan was launched by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. "If you watch television you've seen the ads touting free dental with Medicare plan coverage," explains Jesse Slome, director of... - November 17, 2021
Medicare Supplement Association Reports 49 Percent Website Traffic Growth
Fueled by seniors seeking local Medicare insurance agents the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance reported website traffic has increased by 49 percent. "The number of individuals visiting the Association's website since the beginning of Medicare's Open Enrollment has... - November 14, 2021
Medicare Advantage Enrollment's Top Zip Codes Reported by AAMSI
The top areas where Americans are enrolling in Medicare Advantage plans was reported today by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. "Medicare's Open Enrollment is when agents work their hardest targeting prospects," explains Jesse Slome, director of the Association. - November 13, 2021
Strategies Used by Seniors to Reduce Drug Costs Report Released by AAMSI
A significant share of U.S. seniors seek a way to reduce their cost for prescribed medications reports the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. "Medicare's Open Enrollment ends in three weeks, a chance for seniors to see if they can get better drug plan coverage for the... - November 12, 2021
Available Medicare Drug Plans in New York Reported by AAMSI
A New York State senior on Medicare has 19 different stand-alone prescription drug plans to choose from according to a report issued today by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. "Some eight different insurance companies offer plans that can range significantly in cost... - November 11, 2021
Typical Senior Has 60 Medicare Drug Plans to Choose From, Reports AAMSI
The typical senior has some 60 different drug plans to choose from according to a report from the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. "We are half way through Medicare's Open Enrollment when seniors should compare drug plans for the coming year," explains Jesse Slome,... - November 10, 2021
Medicare Give Back Benefit Promoted by Medicare Association
A benefit that can provide seniors with increased monthly Social Security benefits is being promoted by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. "When Medicare Open Enrollment began we started getting inquiries from consumers wanting to know more about the Give Back... - November 06, 2021
Seniors Should Review Medicare Star Ratings Recommends Association Director
Millions of seniors should check the Medicare Star Ratings for the coverage during Open Enrollment recommends by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. "Did your Medicare Advantage or prescription drug plans score five stars or did it get two?" asks Jesse Slome,... - October 29, 2021
Seniors Can Save by Reviewing Medicare Drug Plan, Reports AAMSI
The typical senior can save around $500 by comparing their 2022 drug plan coverage before the end of Medicare Open Enrollment, according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. "Some 24 million Americans have a stand-along Medicare drug plan," states Jesse Slome,... - October 27, 2021
Medicare Insurance Association Launches National Awareness Effort
A national news campaign focused on Medicare Open Enrollment has been undertaken by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. "Open enrollment is the most significant time of the year for insurance agents who market Medicare insurance solutions," explains Jesse Slome,... - October 23, 2021
2022 Medicare Drug Plan Premiums Reported for Top 10 Metro Markets
Millions of Medicare beneficiaries will soon be able to switch drug plans. An analysis of rates for 2022 by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance finds a significant range of available pricing. "In Philadelphia, the lowest cost Medicare Part D drug plan costs $7.50... - October 17, 2021
Association's Online Tool Will Help Consumers Compare Medicare Prescription Drug Plans
To help consumers see if they can get better Medicare prescription drug coverage, a new online comparison tool is being made available via the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance's website. Seniors can use the free tool to see if they can get better drug coverage for less money. - October 13, 2021
Selling Medicare Insurance Videos Offered by Association
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance announced availability of sessions filmed at the organization's recent national Medicare insurance Sales Summit. - October 08, 2021
Medicare AEP Marketing Kit Offered by Medicare Supplement Insurance Association
A new marketing tool from the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance will support insurance agents seeking leads during the upcoming Medicare Open Enrollment. "Medicare's annual enrollment period begins October 15 and is the most competitive time of the year for Medicare... - August 20, 2021
2020 Medicare Supplement Insurance Policyholders Hold Steady at 14.5 Million
Some 14.5 million Americans currently have Medicare Supplement insurance coverage according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). "The number of Medicare Supplement policies held steady compared to the prior year," reports Jesse Slome, director of the... - July 31, 2021
Medicare Supplement Insurance Industry Conference Discounts End Soon
All registration discounts for the 2021 National Medicare Supplement Insurance industry conference will end shortly according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). "July 31st is the final day for individuals to register for the conference before the rate... - July 14, 2021
Medicare Supplement Insurance Rates Expected to Increase Four Percent Annually
Costs for Medicare Supplement insurance are expected to increase by roughly 4.5 percent annually according to a survey of pricing professionals conducted by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. "Most people purchase Medicare Supplement coverage when they turn 65,"... - July 09, 2021
Medicare Supplement Insurance Conference July Discount Announced
A special discount for new registrants interested in attending the National Medicare Supplement Insurance Summit was announced by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). "We are looking forward to the in-person industry event and anticipate a record-breaking... - July 01, 2021
Number of Medicare Advantage Plans Available Increases by 13 Percent Reports AAMSI
Medicare Advantage (MA) plan growth continues according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. There are now some 3,500 different MA plans available across the United States. - June 18, 2021
Texas Medicare Insurance Costs Reported by AAMSI
Texas seniors who are about to turn 65 will find a significant cost difference for Medigap insurance reports the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). "Costs are higher in Houston than they are in San Antonio or Dallas," reports Jesse Slome, director of the... - May 28, 2021
Costs for Illinois Medicare Supplement Insurance Coverage Varies Significantly Reports AAMSI
Illinois seniors turning 65 face a wide range in what they can pay for insurance reports the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). "Basically identical coverage for a woman can cost as little as $111-per-month or as much as $229," reports Jesse Slome, director... - May 27, 2021
Traffic to Medicare Supplement Insurance Association's Online Directory Grows
Consumer traffic to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance website increased 52 percent for the month of April compared to the prior year. "The vast majority of individuals visiting the Association website are consumers seeking local Medicare insurance agents,"... - May 12, 2021
Seniors Have an Average of 20 Different Medicare Supplement Insurers to Choose from
Americans turning 65 in 2021 have an average of 20 different Medicare insurance companies offering plans reports the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. Options range from a low of five insurers but most seniors have 20 or more insurers available offering Medigap coverage. - May 08, 2021
National Medicare Broker Directory Aids Seniors Seeking Local Advisors
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance has added enhanced information to assist seniors looking for Medicare insurance information and local professionals available to answer questions. - May 06, 2021
Helping Florida Seniors Compare Medicare Plans Supported by AAMSI
The share of Florida’s population that is age 60 and older is growing more rapidly than other components of the population. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that nearly a third (32.5 percent) of Florida’s population will be 60 and older by the year 2030, an increase of 34 percent from... - April 29, 2021
Medicare Advantage Statistics Resource Initiated by Medicare Insurance Association
Medicare Advantage is growing across the United States. The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance has initiated a resource where pertinent statistics, data and resource will be available for consumer reference. - April 21, 2021
Study Reveals Medicare Supplement Insurance Choices for Those Turning 65
With the elimination of Medicare Supplement Plan F, the first national study of newly eligible Medigap buyers reveals consumer preferences. Medigap Plan G is the choice of more than half of those turning 65 and purchasing Medicare Supplement insurance reports the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - April 17, 2021
AAMSI's Medicare Supplement Insurance Conference Expands Hotel Room Block
Early registrations for the rescheduled National Medicare Supplement Insurance Summit are exceeding expectations according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). "People are looking forward to getting together in person again and we have added more hotel rooms... - April 08, 2021
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Explains Appeals Process
COVID has caused many Americans who are Medicare beneficiaries to stop working or reduce work hours. As a result, they may be able to appear their Medicare Part B premiums. The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance has posted a new webpage explaining how the process works. - April 04, 2021
Medicare Supplement Insurance Conference Early Registration Ends Soon, Reports AAMSI
Early registration discounts for the National Medicare Supplement Insurance Summit are set to end April 15, reports the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). "The early registration rate of $400 will increase to $650 soon," announced Jesse Slome, AAMSI's... - April 03, 2021
Association Reports 12th Medicare Insurance Industry Conference Exhibit Hall Filled
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance reports that all booth spaces have been sold for the upcoming national industry conference. The 12th annual Medicare insurance industry conference takes place September 8-10, 2021 in Chicago. - March 19, 2021