AHCP Blog | Medicare

The 2026 Part D Cap and Creditable Coverage Determination

Published: October 31, 2025

Last year at this time, we discussed how the new $2,000 out-of-pocket cap under Medicare Part D (set by the Inflation Reduction Act) might nudge clients off employer-group plans and onto Medicare (+ Part D).

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Do You Still Do In-Person Meetings? Finding the Right Balance with Medicare Clients

Published: October 10, 2025

If you work with seniors, chances are you’ve heard this question from clients and from other agents. After the pandemic pushed most of us into virtual meetings, it’s natural to wonder: should we go back to in-person appointments, or stick with what’s become the new normal?

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Bridging the Gap: How Fixed Indemnity Plans Can Help Your Medicare Clients Manage Out-of-Pocket Costs

Published: September 12, 2025

As an agent serving the senior market, you’ve likely heard the same repeated concern: “I thought Medicare would cover more.”

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7 Ways Insurance Agents Can Generate Medicare Leads Without Cold Calling

Published: May 30, 2025

As an insurance agent specializing in Medicare Supplements and Medicare Advantage plans, you know that traditional prospecting methods like door-knocking and cold calling are no longer viable options. Instead, agents need to find innovative ways to connect with potential clients. Here are seven strategies to help you generate leads and build a steady stream of business, all while staying compliant with CMS regulations.

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Telehealth in 2025: The Rules Are Changing

Published: April 17, 2025

When the COVID pandemic hit, many people who had never used telehealth before decided to give it a try—primarily to avoid sitting in waiting rooms full of sick people. Once they learned how convenient and effective virtual visits could be, many stuck with it.

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Why Every Medicare Agent Should Talk About Final Expense Coverage

Published: April 11, 2025

As health insurance agents, we’re used to talking about what clients ask for—major medical, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplements, dental, vision. But what about the coverage they don’t think to ask about?

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Should Your Clients Give Up Their Plan F Supplement?

Published: February 19, 2025

With rising healthcare costs, many are questioning whether Plan F, once the 'gold standard' of Medicare supplements, is still the best choice. Is it time to consider Plan G? Let's explore.

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Expand Your Reach with Trusted Senior Solutions

Published: February 13, 2025

At AHCP, we believe in helping health insurance agents build stronger connections with clients by offering them trusted coverage options. That's why we're excited to recommend Allstate Health Solutions' senior-focused products as essential additions to your portfolio. As independent health insurance agents, you have the unique opportunity to strengthen your portfolio while building long-term relationships that drive referrals and business growth.

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Could New Part D Limit Cause Working Seniors to Sign Up for Medicare?

Published: September 12, 2024

This post may be a bit early as we’re still awaiting final guidance from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), but we wanted to alert you to an upcoming change that could have a significant impact on Medicare-eligible employees and dependents who currently have group health coverage. Starting in 2025, Medicare Part D plans will have a $2,000 out-of-pocket limit. As CMS explains, this change, which is part of the Inflation Reduction Act, also includes measures like a $35 cap on insulin and new authority for Medicare to negotiate prices for certain high-cost drugs.

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