Medicare Industry Insider

The History of Insurance

The history of insurance dates back to ancient times when people began pooling resources to protect themselves against risk. Join us for our 50th episode, where we will cover how the concept of insurance has evolved over time.

Medicare In The Trump Era: Part 3

In this 3 Part Series on Medicare under the second Trump Administration, we will dive into each governmental branch and talk through what it means to the insurance industry. In Part 3, we will focus on the Legislative Branch and what House and Senate Committees will potentially change regarding Medicare.
 
Informational Sources:
Trump Impact on Medicare Drug Price Negotiations Uncertain

Medicare In The Trump Era: Part 2

In this 3 Part Series on Medicare under the second Trump Administration, we will dive into each governmental branch (Judicial, Legislative, & Executive) and talk through what it means to the insurance industry.
In Part 2, we will focus on what regulations President Trump can potentially pause from the previous administration as well as what new regulations he may begin to implement.
 
Informational Sources:
IRA Drug Price Negotiations
 

Medicare In The Trump Era: Part 1

In this 3 Part Series on Medicare under the second Trump Administration, we will dive into each governmental branch (Judicial, Legislative, & Executive) and talk through what it means to the insurance industry. In Part 1 we will focus on major lawsuits that affect the industry.
 
Informational Sources:
Johnson and Johnson Lawsuit
Aetna Sues Drugmakers Over Alleged Price-Fixing Scheme
UHC Star Ratings Lawsuit
How Trump Compares - Appointing Federal Judges
Trump's First Term Reshaped Federal Courts, What Can We Expect From His Second?
 

Win Referrals and Influence Networking Partners

With more compliance regulations for marketing, it's even more important to mine your data and track referrals. Today’s episode will dive into referral opportunities and ideas to gain more clients through grassroots referral ideas while making sure you are someone people feel comfortable referring to.

Hiring & Retaining Agents

When you have outgrown your systems and processes, looking to hire more agents is an important next step in growth. In this episode, we will discuss the ins and outs of different types of growth you'll see by adding to your staff. 

Home Healthcare

Being knowledgeable on what Home Healthcare covers adds value to you as an agent. In this episode, learn how to provide your clients with resources and information as well as cover potential risks that they may not have known about without your expertise.  
 
Informational Sources:
2028 AARP Survey
Who is a Good Fit for Home Care?
How do I qualify for Medicare Home Health Benefits?
Genworth Financial's Cost of Care Survey
VA Website

Foundational Business Preparation

It’s important to be prepared for someone else to take over your business once you step away from it, whether it be for your health, retirement, or even death. In this episode, we will discuss the foundational preparation needed to help make sure your clients will be serviced and payments will continue to flow.

Agency Growth Part 3: Team

Growing your team by adding new employees requires you to manage another person, support that person's growth goals, and pay them. We will dive into the logistics of adding team members and tips to remember as you grow.
 
Informational Sources:- IRS Independent Contractor or Employee
- Behavioral Control
- Financial Control
- Type of Relationship
- DOL Overtime and Exemption Changes

Agency Growth Part 2: Technology

Creating technology processes for strategic growth is essential to help you scale your business while saving you time. In this episode, we will go into when and how to use technology to help your business.