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Why Google Reviews Matter for Medicare Agents

Published: June 26, 2026

When people search for Medicare help online, they often start with a simple query like “Medicare agent near me.” The results they see usually include a map of local businesses, along with star ratings and client reviews.

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HSA and ACA Limits for 2027

Published: June 11, 2026

The Internal Revenue Service has announced the 2027 deductible, out-of-pocket, and contribution limits for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). Here they are:

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Did Consumerism Create Better Health Care Consumers?

Published: May 8, 2026

About 25 years ago, the idea of “consumer-directed health care” began gaining traction. The concept was simple: if patients had more financial responsibility for their care – through higher deductibles and health savings accounts – they would become more engaged, cost-conscious consumers.

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How Social Security Changes After a Spouse Dies

Published: April 23, 2026

If you work with Medicare-eligible clients, you will probably receive a call like this eventually: an upset client tells you that their spouse has passed away.

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When a “No-Sale” Appointment Is Still a Success

Published: April 16, 2026

Most agents measure a successful appointment the same way: did the meeting end with an application? That’s understandable. Agents work on commission, and time spent with a client usually needs to produce income in order to keep the business running. But experienced agents eventually realize something important: not every successful appointment ends with a sale.

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Health Insurance Competition Still Varies Widely Across Markets

Published: April 9, 2026

Competition in the health insurance market is often considered a key factor in improving quality and controlling costs. In theory, when consumers have multiple insurers competing for their business, companies must offer better plans or more competitive pricing.

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When Telehealth Is the Right Choice for Patients

Published: March 25, 2026

Telehealth has become one of the most widely used health care tools in recent years. Many health plans now include telehealth services, and a growing number of patients are comfortable speaking with a doctor by phone or video. While telehealth is not appropriate for every situation, it can be a convenient and cost-effective option for many common health concerns. For insurance agents working with individual or Medicare clients, helping people understand when telehealth makes sense can improve how clients use their coverage.

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Proper Prior Planning Prevents Poor Performance (Especially for Medicare Agents)

Published: March 20, 2026

There’s an old saying that proper prior planning prevents poor performance. These words of wisdom are especially true for agents who sell Medicare-related products. When clients arrive unprepared for an appointment, the meeting often takes longer, important details can get missed, decisions become more difficult, and a follow-up appointment may be necessary. A little preparation ahead of time can make the process smoother for everyone involved.

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The Role of AI in Prior Authorization Decisions

Published: January 29, 2026

In our last article, we looked at the growing debate over prior authorization in Medicare Advantage – how often it’s used, whether it delays care, and what regulators are doing to rein it in.

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Prior Authorization in Medicare Advantage

Published: January 9, 2026

Prior authorization has long been part of the Medicare Advantage (MA) landscape, but over the past few years it has moved from a background administrative issue to a front-and-center policy debate – both inside Washington and well beyond it.

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