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Marketing Strategies for Medicare’s Annual Election Period

By GmiaAdmin | In marketing , Medicare

The Medicare Annual Election Period (AEP) seems to come around quick every year! As we inch closer to “go time” here are some marketing strategies that have proven successful for us and many of our agents. When planning out your […]

August 1, 2024
Understanding Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

Medicare Advantage SNPs are a type of Medicare Advantage plan designed to cater to individuals with specific health conditions, health care needs, and financial circumstances. There are three main groups that SNPs are tailored to help: How Medicare Advantage SNPs […]

May 31, 2024
Understanding Medicare Advantage C-SNP Plans

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

Dealing with a chronic illness involves navigating complex healthcare needs and frequent medical attention. Medicare Advantage Chronic Special Needs Plans (C-SNP) are beneficial for people struggling with chronic conditions because they offer specialized care tailored to specific health conditions. Learn […]

February 14, 2024
Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period: Agent Guide

By GmiaAdmin | In marketing , Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

As the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) comes to an end, agents need to remember the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (OEP). The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) reinstated OEP in 2019, allowing clients the opportunity to make […]

February 5, 2024
What happens if you missed your Initial Enrollment Period for Medicare? Use the General Enrollment Period

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment , Part D Prescription Drug Plans

If your client did not enroll in Medicare during their Initial Enrollment Period, then they will have to wait until Medicare’s General Enrollment Period. Every year the General Enrollment Period (GEP) for Medicare occurs between January 1 and March 31. […]

January 17, 2024
Understanding Medicare Part D Extra Help: A 2024 Comprehensive Guide

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Part D Prescription Drug Plans

Prescription drugs can be a financial burden for many individuals. The Extra Help program can help many low-income Medicare beneficiaries reduce their out-of-pocket prescription drug costs. As an agent, it is necessary to understand the ins and outs of this […]

December 27, 2023
Marketing Medicare: Grow Your Business With Provider Marketing

By GmiaAdmin | In marketing , Medicare , Uncategorized

Marketing your Medicare business is necessary to continually reach more potential clients and grow your business. Effective marketing is achieved by utilizing multiple marketing channels and approaches. Most agents will typically start with direct to consumer marketing channels (Client Facing), […]

August 1, 2023
Agent Guide to Medicare Enrollment Periods

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

Navigating the complex world of Medicare can be overwhelming and confusing to your clients, particularly when it comes to understanding the various enrollment periods. These enrollment periods play a crucial role in determining when and how they can enroll in […]

June 8, 2023
Moving out of area with Medicare Advantage Plan: What Happens and How to Navigate the Process

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

Medicare Advantage plans (MAPD) have different service areas available to those who live within that area. Service areas are typically based on geographic regions, such as counties or states, depending on the plan. If you have clients that are moving […]

April 12, 2023
Understanding the Medicare Rule on 40 Work Credits: What You Need to Know

By GmiaAdmin | In Medicare , Medicare Enrollment

As you approach retirement age, you may have questions about Medicare eligibility. One of the requirements for Medicare is having a certain number of work credits. In this blog, we will explore the Medicare rule on 40 work credits and […]

March 28, 2023

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