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B.E.S.T. CE Courses Updated for 2023
As a premier insurance and financial CE provider, B.E.S.T. assist professionals in meeting their mandatory CE requirements, increase their knowledge and competency by providing up-to-date and effective courses. - January 06, 2023 - Broker Educational Sales & Training, Inc.
AAMSI Urges Medicare Insurance Agents to Educate Seniors About Medicare's General Enrollment Period
January 1 marked the start of Medicare’s General Enrollment Period. An important change can benefit seniors reports the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). It’s an opportunity for insurance agents to educate and assist their senior clients. “The... - January 06, 2023 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Powers Insurance & Risk Management Hires New Producer
Scott Reed brings more than 20 years of insurance experience to one of St. Louis' largest family-owned insurance agencies. - January 06, 2023 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Medicare Insurance: Lowest Available Medigap Plan G Rates Reported by AAMSI
A woman turning 65 in Iowa can purchase a comprehensive Medigap insurance plan for $79-per month. If she lives in Manhattan, NY, comparable coverage costs $278 according to a report just published by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “Medicare is a national... - January 05, 2023 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Medicare Insurance Association Reaches Milestone
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI) announced that it has achieved a targeted milestone. “I am pleased to report that for the first time over 100,000 individuals visited the Association’s website during 2022,” reports Jesse Slome, director of the... - January 03, 2023 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Powers Insurance & Risk Management Appoints Commercial Account Manager
Rachel Poteet brings vast sales and management experience to one of St. Louis' largest family-owned insurance agencies. - December 21, 2022 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Huckleberry Announces Partnership with Tillful to Benefit U.S. Microbusinesses, Entrepreneurs
Official announcement of Huckleberry's partnership with Tillful. - December 20, 2022 - Huckleberry
Texas Medigap Insurance Rates Continue to Vary Reports AAMSI
Seniors turning age 65 in Texas will still face a wide spread in costs for Medigap coverage according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “Our 2023 Price Index reports that a Dallas man turning 65 can pay from a low of $112 monthly to as much as $312 for... - December 20, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
AAMSI Shares Senate Report That Slams Medicare Advantage Marketing
A report from the U.S. Senate Committee on Finance cites complaints about private sector marketing for Medicare Advantage (MA) plans more than doubled from 2020 to 2021. “The report goes into detail about problems with the television ads featuring celebrity endorsements among other... - December 18, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Powers Insurance & Risk Management Hires Commercial Risk Manager
Keith Goode will handle commercial accounts in Colorado for one of St. Louis' largest family-owned insurance agencies. - December 17, 2022 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Medicare Information Center Launched by Association
An online center designed to provide seniors with the most relevant Medicare information was launched today by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “There’s so much Medicare material scattered across the Internet that our plan is to have one place where... - December 17, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Partners with NARSSA
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI) has announced a special partnership with the National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts (NARSSA). “Our two organizations both work to educate consumers and support insurance professionals,” states Jesse... - December 15, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Medicare Insurance Association Reports Significant AEP Increase in Website Traffic
A record number of consumers visited the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance’s website during the just-concluded Medicare Open Enrollment period. “Website traffic increased 19% during Medicare’s Annual Election Period (AEP) compared to last year’s... - December 11, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Prescription Savings Tip for Seniors with Medicare Drug Plans Suggested by AAMSI
Seniors with stand-alone Medicare drug plan coverage have a little-known opportunity to save suggests the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “Some 23 million seniors have Medicare Part D drug plan coverage and many can expect to pay more for their medications... - December 10, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
RT Specialty Senior Executives Address Environmental & Construction-Related Liability & Insurance Trends at 42nd IRMI Construction Risk Conference
Jeff Slivka, the President of RT Specialty’s Environmental and Construction Professional Practice (RT ECP), headed a trio of RT ECP presenters, who addressed the latest industry-related exposures, liability and risk management trends at the 42nd IRMI Construction Risk Conference held at The... - December 08, 2022 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Medicare Insurance Agents Scramble During Last Week of Open Enrollment Reports AAMSI
Medicare agents are gearing up for a hectic final week of Medicare Open Enrollment according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “The number of seniors searching online for a local Medicare insurance agent during Open Enrollment is up 16% over last... - December 03, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
SAN Group Welcomes Jim McGlauflin as Regional Vice President
McGlauflin will lead business development in Eastern New York. - December 02, 2022 - SAN Group
Long-Term Care Insurance Rate Increase Data Shared by Association
Updated information focused on long-term care insurance rate increases has been shared by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. "Inflation is not the cause of rate increases," cites Jesse Slome, director of the organization. “There are a variety of factors that... - November 10, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Insurance Association Promotes Discount Code for Single Women Booking International Tours
American women rank first in solo traveling with over 70 percent of women taking solo vacations according to the director of the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “More older women have traveled alone or are planning to travel alone in 2023,” states Jesse Slome,... - November 09, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
RT ECP Introduces Pollution Legal Liability (PLL) Quoting Program
The Environmental and Construction Professional Practice (ECP) of RT Specialty has introduced a Pollution Legal Liability (PLL) Quoting Program that provides agents, brokers and their customers with expedient coverage for the discovery of new pollution conditions at fixed locations. Offered by... - November 08, 2022 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
AultCare's PrimeTime Health Plan Rated a 5-Star Medicare Advantage Plan by CMS for the Second Year in a Row
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) awarded AultCare's PrimeTime Health Plan with a 5 out of 5-star rating for 2023. This accolade is the second year in a row AultCare's PrimeTime Health Plan has received the highest quality rating. - November 08, 2022 - AultCare
Woodland Insurance Agency Joins SAN Group
Massachusetts agency has been a thriving presence in the community for nearly 40 years. - November 07, 2022 - SAN Group
Medicare Insurance Association Plans Launch of Facebook Initiative for Agents
Over half of Baby Bookers currently utilize Facebook as a source for financial information according to the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “Facebook is the primary social media platform used by seniors when it comes to financial-related matters,”... - November 07, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Phoenix Seniors Have Most Medicare Drug Plan Choice Reports AAMSI
Seniors in Phoenix have the most stand-alone Medicare drug plans available for 2023 according to an analysis conducted by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “Once a year Medicare encourages individuals to review their coverage because plans change starting... - November 04, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Echelon Financial Announces the Launch of Their New Website, EchelonFinancial.com, and the "Keep Austin Wealthy" Blog
Retirement Planning for Individuals and Couples Over Age 50. - November 03, 2022 - Echelon Financial
Lead Generation World Launches Lead Buyer Certification Program
The LGW Lead Buyer Certification Program is an ongoing learning curriculum through designated conference and webinar sessions that will ensure lead buyers have the knowledge to be successful with buying and generating leads. - November 02, 2022 - Lead Generation World, LLC
Long-Term Care Insurance Association Provides Free Awareness Month Banners
National Long-Term Care Awareness Month (November) kicks off next week. To help insurance professionals create awareness the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance is releasing a series of social media banners. "A grassroots effort focused on consumers is vital and that’s why... - October 29, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Seniors Taking Prescription Drugs Need to Check 2023 Medicare Drug Plans Advises AAMSI
Prices for a record number of prescription drugs increased in 2022 according to data reported by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “Most drug plans renew once a year in January at which time they can charge more for various medications,” explains Jesse... - October 28, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Association Medicare Drug Plan Online Comparison Tool Sees Record Usage
A record number of consumers are accessing an online Medicare drug plan comparison tool made available by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “Millions of seniors have the opportunity to switch Medicare drug plans during Medicare Open Enrollment,” shares... - October 27, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Powers Insurance & Risk Management Receives National Recognition
St. Louis' largest family-owned insurance agency named Midwest's "Best Agency to Work For" by Insurance Journal. - October 24, 2022 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Increased Long-Term Care Insurance Tax Deductible Limits Reported by AALTCI
Increased tax-deductible limits for long-term care insurance have been announced for 2023 according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “One of the little-known benefits for certain long-term care insurance is the ability to deduct some or all of the cost during... - October 20, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Seniors Seeking Local Medicare Insurance Agents Online for Open Enrollment Assistance Grows Significantly Reports AAMSI
The number of seniors using an online directory to find local Medicare insurance agents has increased by 97 percent since the start of this year’s Open Enrollment reports the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. "The deluge of Medicare mailers sent out for AEP... - October 20, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Association Releases Awareness Month Logo
November is national Long-Term Care Awareness Month. To support insurance professionals using the month to create awareness, the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance has released the 2022 LTCAM banner. "The month was established in 2001 to create heightened awareness of the... - October 19, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Global Excel Management Announces Strategic Partnership with Flightcare Global
Global Excel Management Inc. (Global Excel), a leading supplier of global healthcare risk management solutions, is pleased to announce that it has acquired a majority ownership in Blue Sky Health Pty Ltd (trading as Flightcare Global), an innovative company providing a range of technology-based... - October 18, 2022 - Global Excel Management
Seniors Save When Switching Medicare Drug Plans Reports AAMSI
The typical senior switching their Medicare drug plan (Part D) coverage can expect to save between $500 and $700 yearly according to a report released today. "Medicare drug plan savings can be significantly more for some," shares Jesse Slome, director of the American Association for... - October 14, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Seniors Avoid Paying Drug Price Increases Advises Medicare Supplement Insurance Association
Over 3,000 drugs experienced price increases in 2022. Many will likely cost more again in 2023. Seniors on Medicare can avoid paying higher prices in the coming year advises the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “The vast majority of prescription drug price... - October 13, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Hires Commercial Lines Coach
Linsey Morris earns promotion after working at sister company Powers Insurance & Risk Management for nearly 10 years. - October 13, 2022 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Lexington National Promotes Mark Holtschneider to President
Lexington National Insurance Corporation today announced that Mark. T. Holtschneider has been promoted to President. Ronald Frank will remain as Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board. Holtschneider is a CPA and an attorney. Prior to joining Lexington National in 2004, he worked at... - October 07, 2022 - Lexington National Insurance Corporation
Powers Insurance & Risk Management Promotes Chris Sullivan
Sullivan named Commercial Practice Leader for one of St. Louis' largest family-owned insurance agencies. - October 01, 2022 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Alex Ilgner Promoted to Account Manager at RT Specialty
Alex Ilgner has been promoted to account manager in RT Specialty’s Environmental and Construction Professional Practice (RT ECP). Since joining the company in 2021, Ilgner has successfully assisted with the new business, marketing, and account management efforts of the organization’s... - September 29, 2022 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Lexington National Insurance Corporation Hires Susan Jordan as Senior Vice President of Commercial Surety
Lexington National is excited to announce that Susan Jordan is now leading their commercial surety business. Susan joins Lexington National with 30+ years of experience. Most recently, Susan was the Regional Surety Leader at Westfield Insurance. Susan has a specific expertise in probate and... - September 26, 2022 - Lexington National Insurance Corporation
Noble Notary & Legal Document Preparers Launches New Book About Its Unique Business Model
Due to popular demand, Florida-based company shares its secrets following success of innovative mobile notary business. - September 23, 2022 - Noble Notary & Legal Document Preparers
RT Specialty Trio of Presenters to Speak at 42nd IRMI Construction Risk Conference
RT Specialty Speakers to Highlight the Latest Risk Management Solutions Available for Insuring Against Large Infrastructure, PFAS and Design-Build Liability Exposures. - September 20, 2022 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Medisys Data Solutions Inc. Signs a Contract with a Leading Wound Care Center in Delaware
Hiring Medisys Data professionals can increase income by 30%, cut operational costs by 50%, and submit clean claims for the first time by 98% with other benefits. - September 16, 2022 - Medisys Data Solutions Inc
Lexington National Insurance Corporation and Allianz Partners Announce Reinsurance Agreement
Lexington National Insurance Corporation is pleased to announce a reinsurance arrangement with Allianz Partners covering OEM warranties and vehicle service contracts in the United States. “The combination of Lexington National’s A - AM Best rating, agility and expertise in CLIPs,... - September 12, 2022 - Lexington National Insurance Corporation
Long-Term Care Insurance Sales Will Benefit from Legislation Moving Forward Predicts AALTCI
The just released final text of the Enhancing American Retirement Now (EARN) Act maintains the positive feature that will increase sales of long-term care insurance predicts the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. "The bipartisan measure passed the Senate committee in June and... - September 10, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Medigap Persistency Data Reported by Medicare Supplement Insurance Association
Seniors who purchase Medicare Supplement (Medigap) coverage appear to be satisfied with their plan choice according to a study just conducted by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance (AAMSI). “Medigap persistency is a measure of plan satisfaction,” says Jesse... - September 10, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Hires Two Commercial Marketers
Amy DelGrosso and Dawn Lawson bring decades of experience to insurance alliance. - September 10, 2022 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
WellAI Announces the Availability of the Self-Learning AI-Driven Medical Information Engine and Diagnostic Health Assistant
Delivering Innovation through the most advanced machine learning and AI driven medical information engine and Diagnostic solution to healthcare and insurance organizations. - September 09, 2022 - WellAI
Benefit Resource Acquires North Coast Administrators and Signals Expansion in the Great Lakes Region
Benefit Resource (BRI), a leading provider of innovative and dedicated administration of tax-free benefits programs, announced today the acquisition of North Coast Administrators (NCA), an Ohio-based administrator of consumer-directed benefits and benefit continuation services. “North Coast... - September 08, 2022 - Benefit Resource