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Medicare Insurance Association's Group Passes 7,000 Member Milestone
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance’s Linkedin group for Medicare insurance producers has passed the 7,000-member mark. “We wanted a way to provide meaningful information as well as relevant data,” explains Jesse Slome, director of the Medicare insurance... - February 20, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Integrity Now Insurance Brokers, Inc. Offers a Holistic Suite of Insurance Services in California
The company specializes in a range of insurance plans beneficial for churches and non-profit organizations. - February 19, 2022 - Integrity Now Insurance Brokers
SAN Group Welcomes Full-Service Digital Agency to the Network
New York-based DenTen Insurance Services is licensed to serve clients in NY, NJ, CT, PA, MA, and RI. - February 19, 2022 - SAN Group
Long-Term Care Insurance Association to Launch New Claims Resource Center
A new Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Resource Center is being launched by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. "We are receiving an increased number of questions from consumers and hearing from more family members who are having difficulty getting claims approved for their... - February 18, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
2022 Medicare Insurance Agents Earnings Study Released by AAMSI
Insurance agents can earn significant income selling Medicare insurance but it takes time according to the findings of a study by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “The majority of agents who focus on Medicare insurance earned commission income of less than $50,000... - February 17, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
We Insure Things Acquires Mirage Insurance
We Insure Things, a digital insurance solutions company, has announced that they have acquired Mirage Insurance. This acquisition will allow We Insure Things to expand their customer base and provide even more innovative and customer-focused digital insurance products. With the ever-growing digital... - February 16, 2022 - We Insure Things
Amy Coddington Promoted to Account Executive at RT Environmental & Construction Professional
Amy Coddington has been promoted to account executive within the Environmental and Construction Professional Practice of RT Specialty (RT ECP). For the past three years, Coddington has assisted the new business, marketing, sales and coverage assessment activities of the company’s senior... - February 14, 2022 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
BEST Welcomes Their New Director of Business Development & Training
Kevin A. Nourizadeh, JD, LL.M. has recently joined Broker Educational Sales & Training, Inc. (BEST) as their Director of Business Development & Training. - February 11, 2022 - Broker Educational Sales & Training, Inc.
COVID Deaths Should Prompt Rebranding of Long-Term Care Insurance, Recommends Association Director
The fact that one-in-four people who died from COVID were nursing home or assisted living residents should prompt the long-term care insurance industry to carefully consider rebranding suggests the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. "More than 201,000 residents... - February 10, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Texan Insurance Acquires Texans Insurance & Financial Group to Expand Service in Sugar Land, TX
Texan Insurance recently acquired Texans Insurance & Financial Group in an all-cash deal. With three acquisitions in two years, Texan Insurance is rapidly growing in the Greater Houston Market. The latest acquisition will enhance Texan Insurance's efforts to expand their services and establish Texan Insurance as a premier agency in Houston, Texas. - February 09, 2022 - Texan Insurance
Banking Industry Veteran, Gerard “Jerry” Colaluca, Joins MB Schoen & Associates as Chief Bank Strategist
MB Schoen & Associates, Inc., (“MBSA”) a leading institutional insurance consultancy, is pleased to announce that Gerard “Jerry” Colaluca, a well-respected, 35-year banking industry veteran, has joined the firm as Senior Vice President, Chief Bank Strategist. Jerry will... - February 09, 2022 - MB Schoen & Associates, Inc.
Integrity Now Insurance Brokers Connect Ministries in Colorado with Reliable Insurance Carriers
The Insurance brokers based in California now offer their services in Colorado to safeguard churches and ministries from various liabilities. - February 07, 2022 - Integrity Now Insurance Brokers
Nursing Home Care Expenditures to Grow Reports Long-Term Care Insurance Association
Out-of-pocket paid expenditures for nursing care facilities will grow significantly in the years ahead according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. "Total national expenditures are predicted to grow to $266.2 billion by 2028," states Jesse Slome, director of the... - February 05, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Joe Totten Joins The Reschini Group
Joseph C. Totten III is joining The Reschini Group and Evergreen Insurance as Chief Revenue Officer. Joe will be responsible for overseeing the management and growth of current client relationships as well as supporting the firm’s long-term growth initiatives. Prior to joining the Reschini Group, Joe was the Vice President for a large national broker in Pittsburgh. - February 05, 2022 - The Reschini Group
Powers Insurance & Risk Management Hires Surety Underwriting Executive
Kari Hohn brings more than 15 years of experience in client management and customer service. - February 05, 2022 - POWERS Insurance & Risk Management
Medicare Insurance Agents Predict Increased Sales of Dental Coverage Reports AAMSI
The overwhelming majority of agents offering Medicare insurance coverage are also selling stand-alone dental plans reports the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “Some 93 percent of surveyed agents sell stand-alone dental insurance coverage to seniors,” states... - February 03, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
National Kidney Partners Announces Launch of Statewide Nephrology Practice
National Kidney Partners (NKP) is a newly formed physician owned and physician led organization resulting from the merger of over fifty providers from six independent nephrology practices in Florida. NKP’s founding members span the state, and include Renal Hypertension Center, Kidney and... - February 01, 2022 - National Kidney Partners
Lead Generation World and Contact State Are Helping Lead Buyers Navigate the Lead Generation Industry Through a Free Conference Pass Program
Lead Generation World, the home to the lead generation industry, in partnership with Contact State is pledging up to £100,000 of free registrations for its upcoming Lead Generation World conference taking place April 4th and 5th, 2022 in London to “end lead buyers.” The mission... - February 01, 2022 - Lead Generation World, LLC
Medigap Premiums by State Reported by Medicare Supplement Insurance Association
The lowest and highest Medigap Plan G cost for all 50 states has just been reported by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “Some 14 million Americans own Medicare Supplement insurance also commonly called Medigap,” states Jesse Slome, director of the Medicare... - January 30, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Spending on Prescription Drugs Grew But Out-of-Pocket Declines Reports Medicare Insurance Association
Spending on prescription drugs grew as did the average number of prescriptions per Medicare Part D plan beneficiary according to the latest data reported by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “The latest data reports that spending on prescription drugs grew to $120... - January 29, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Medicare Insurance Association Extends Agent Directory Discount Offer
The discount for agents to be listed on the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance online directory has been extended for 10 days. “This is the final chance for agents to take advantage of the 20 percent savings offer,” states Jesse Slome, director of the Medicare... - January 28, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Medicare Drug Plan Data Reported by Medicare Insurance Association
Some 48 million Americans are enrolled in Medicare prescription drug plans according to the latest data reported by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. “Prescription drug plan coverage is one of the most important benefits valued by seniors,” states Jesse Slome,... - January 27, 2022 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
2022 Short-Term Care Insurance Consumer Primer Posted by Association
An educational primer describing short-term care insurance and 2022 pricing examples has been released by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. "Short-term care insurance is one of the best kept secrets for men and women who have issues when it comes to long-term care... - January 26, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Paid Data Shared by Association
An analysis of over 5,000 long-term care insurance found that 80 was the mean age at time of claim according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. "People understand why they may need long-term care insurance," states Jesse Slome, director of the American Association... - January 23, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
AAdvantage Insurance Group Hires New Account Executive
Gracie Diaz brings five years of insurance experience to English and Spanish speaking clientele. - January 12, 2022 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
2022 Long-Term Care Insurance Price Index Released by AALTCI
The annual price index for new long-term care insurance policies was published today by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). “Prices for new long-term care insurance have remained stable,” reports Jesse Slome, AALTCI’s director. The annual report... - January 07, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
RT ECP’s Annual Market Update Identifies Strategies for Overcoming Construction Industry Risks & Challenges
RT Specialty’s Environmental and Construction Professional (RT ECP) Practice recently released its 2022 Market Update to help agents and brokers nationwide better understand the state of today’s commercial construction marketplace and the strategies needed to overcome the risks,... - January 06, 2022 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Home Care Provider Ad Opportunities Announced by Long-Term Care Insurance Association
National and regional home care services are being offered a special opportunity to reach consumers via the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance’s website. "The vast majority of consumers want and receive long-term care in their own home,” explains Jesse Slome,... - January 05, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Association Extends Overseas Adventure Travel Discount Offer for 2022
The special discount offer program with leading tour organizers was extended for 2022 by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). “We know that our members and seniors who like to travel also like to save,” says Jesse Slome, AALTCI’s director. “We are... - January 03, 2022 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Valley Insurance Agency Alliance Announces Nine Scholarship Recipients
Insurance alliance partners with The Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis and Travelers Foundation to present scholarships to rural residents. - December 31, 2021 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Lifeboat Ventures Selects Founder Institute Graduates to Lead ADU Works
Lifeboat Ventures is pleased to announce that two Founder Institute alumni have been selected to lead the recently launched startup, ADU Works, under the Lifeboat Ventures studio. ADU Works, a startup focused on bridging the housing gap through Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU’s)s, is now led... - December 31, 2021 - Lifeboat Ventures
Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Paid in 2021 Grow by $700 Million Reports AALTCI
The nation’s long-term care insurers paid out $12.3 Billion in claims during 2021. That represents a significant increase over prior years according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). “Take note if you doubt the value of long-term care insurance... - December 29, 2021 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
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 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Top-10 States Reported by AALTCI
California remains the state with the most individuals covered by a long-term care insurance policy according to the latest data shared by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “Just over 600,000 Californians have a traditional long-term care insurance policy,” cites... - December 22, 2021 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
empatiX Consulting Celebrates One Year Redefining Market Research, UX & Customer Experience
Bringing Human-Centered Advisory to the Market - December 20, 2021 - Empatix Consulting
Washington’s Long-Term Care Insurance Program Put on Hold
The Washington State long-term care program was put on hold today according to information shared by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. “Governor Inslee and the state’s legislative leaders agreed to delay the WA Cares payroll tax on employees,” shared Jesse... - December 19, 2021 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance