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Publisher |: Sarah J. Rueppel | Ritter Insurance Marketing

Media Type |: audio

Podknife tags |: Business,; Management & Marketing

Categories Via RSS |: Business,; Entrepreneurship,; Marketing

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Whether you’re just getting started or a seasoned pro in the Medicare insurance market, the ASG Podcast has got you covered. Learn marketing tips and sales strategies. Receive industry updates on Medicare Advantage and Part D plans and stay compliant. Find out how the FMO Ritter Insurance Marketing can help improve the way you sell insurance. And so much more!

Empowering insurance agents selling Medicare Supplements, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Part D, ACA, Long and Short-Term Care, Life, Annuities, and Final Expense.

We’ll help you survive today so you can thrive tomorrow!

People |: Sarah J. Rueppel
Premiere Date |: 2017-10-18
Frequency |: Daily
Explicit |: No

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Apr 19, 2024

00:13:16

The Friday Five for April 19, 2024:

Instagram-Like TikTok Notes Begins Rollout
Rebel Moon Part 2 & The Tortured Poets Department
CPI Data for March 2024
Drug Shortage Resource for Agents
ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching Update

Vote for your favorite Taylor Swift album in our ASG Podcast Question of the Week Poll!

Contact the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

Instagram-Like TikTok Notes Begins Rollout:

TikTok Notes is basically Instagram for your TikTok account: notes-is-basically-instagram-for-your-tiktok-account-170151958.html">https://www.engadget.com/tiktok-notes-is-basically-instagram-for-your-tiktok-account-170151958.html

TikTok Notes is the new competitor to Instagram. What is the app and how does it work? https://www.theguardian.com/media/2024/apr/18/tiktok-notes-instagram-competitor-launch-canada-australia-what-is-it-explainer

TikTok Notes starts rolling out as a new rival to Instagram: https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/17/24133311/tiktok-notes-photos-text-app-instagram

The Tortured Poets Department:

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-tortured-poets-department/1736268193

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/prerelease/5JeTM9iqdtLFfSFedipKdD?si=6ace8084c0f443c3

CPI Data for March 2024

Consumer Price Index - March 2024: https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/cpi.pdf

Consumer Price Index (CPI) for March 2024 is Projected to Rise 3.4% Yera-Over-Year: https://insight.factset.com/consumer-price-index-cpi-for-march-2024-is-projected-to-rise-3.4-year-over-year

Consumer prices rose 3.5% from a year ago in March, more than expected: inflation-march-2024-consumer-prices-rose-3point5percent-from-a-year-ago-in-march.html">https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/10/cpi-inflation-march-2024-consumer-prices-rose-3point5percent-from-a-year-ago-in-march.html

Here’s what would happen to the US economy if there are no rate cuts this year: https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/16/economy/what-if-no-rate-cuts-this-year/index.html

Inflation Back in the Picture as Markets Adapt to Delayed Interest Rate Cuts: https://www.usnews.com/news/economy/articles/2024-04-08/inflation-back-in-the-picture-as-markets-adapt-to-delayed-interest-rate-cuts

Stocks end the day higher even as blowout jobs report pushes some Fed officials to consider another rate hike: https://www.cnn.com/business/live-news/march-jobs-report-04-05-24/index.html

Stocks wobble after Powell warns that rate cuts will likely come later than expected: https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/16/business/chair-powell-discussion/index.html

The Fed may have pumped so much money into the economy that it's now taking way longer to cut rates: https://www.businessinsider.com/fed-powell-pump-money-us-economy-delayed-cut-interest-rate-2024-4

This Fed meeting is dangerous for markets. Here’s why: https://www.cnn.com/2024/03/20/investing/premarket-stocks-trading/index.html

US economy adds 303K jobs in March, much stronger than expected: https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/us-jobs-report-march-2024

Watch Fed Chair Powell speak live during a policy forum in Washington: fed-chair-powell-speak-live-during-a-policy-forum-in-washington.html">https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/16/watch-fed-chair-powell-speak-live-during-a-policy-forum-in-washington.html

Drug Shortage Resource for Agents:

ASHP Calls for Policy Solutions as Drug Shortages Reach All-Time High: https://www.ashp.org/about-ashp/ceo-blogs/recent-blogs/ashp-calls-for-policy-solutions-as-drug-shortages-reach-all-time-high

Drug Shortages (FDA): https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/drug-shortages

Drug Shortages List from the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP): https://www.ashp.org/drug-shortages/current-shortages/drug-shortages-list

Drug Shortages Statistics: https://www.ashp.org/drug-shortages/shortage-resources/drug-shortages-statistics

Healthy Returns: U.S. drug shortages reach record high, hitting Wegovy, ADHD medications: returns-us-drug-shortages-reach-record-high-hitting-wegovy.html">https://www.cnbc.com/2024/04/16/healthy-returns-us-drug-shortages-reach-record-high-hitting-wegovy.html

Hundreds of drugs are in short supply around the U.S., pharmacists warn: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/drug-shortages-adderall-adhd-chemo/

ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching Update:

CMS Statement on Agent and Broker Marketplace Activity: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-statement-agent-and-broker-marketplace-activity

Resources:

2025 Marketplace Final Rule: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240412

Agent's Guide to Partner Marketing Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG585

Medicaid Unwinding SEP Extended Through November 2024: https://ritterim.com/blog/medicaid-unwinding-sep-extended-through-november-2024/

Navigating the Latest in Legislative & Regulatory Updates: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240405

QR Code Scanner Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA56

The Guide to Making Money Selling Health Insurance: https://ritterim.com/making-money-selling-insurance/

Useful Apps that Teach You How to Cook: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA57

Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance

Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel

Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/

Apr 17, 2024

00:16:38

Gather resources to equip your downlines for success. Be a guide for your downline agents; listen for new agent resources, hands-on-training tips, and more.

Read the text version

Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

Resources:

4 Tips for Making a Better Insurance Sales Pitch: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG469

Agent Apps | Apps for Professional Networking & Events: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823

Agent Apps | Free Video Conferencing Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230906

Before You Recruit: Setting Up Your Agency for Success: https://ritterim.com/blog/before-you-recruit-setting-up-your-agency-for-success/

Developing an Agency – Your Guide to Getting Started free eBook DOWNLOAD: https://ritterim.com/agency-guide/

Free eBooks & Guides: https://ritterim.com/guides/

How to Get Health and Life Insurance Continuing Education Credits as an Agent: https://ritterim.com/blog/how-to-get-health-and-life-insurance-continuing-education-credits-as-an-agent/

How Professional Organizations Make You a Better Agent: https://ritterim.com/blog/how-professional-organizations-make-you-a-better-agent/

How to Recruit Insurance Agents to Your Downline: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG588

MA & PDP Complaint Sales Checklist: pdp-compliance-sales-checklist.pdf">https://docs.ritterim.com/documents/compliance/ma-pdp-compliance-sales-checklist.pdf

Meet Your Sales Team: https://ritterim.com/meet-your-sales-team/

Knight School Training: https://ritterim.com/knight-school/

Should You Hire an Assistant for Your Insurance Business? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG336

Ritter Agency Docs: https://docs.ritterim.com/agencies/dashboard/

Ritter Events Calendar: https://ritterim.com/events/

Ritter Summits Registration: https://summits.ritterim.com/

The Best Books for Insurance Agents: https://ritterim.com/blog/the-best-books-for-insurance-agents/

The Ritter Blog: https://ritterim.com/blog/

The Ritter Platform: https://ritterim.com/the-ritter-platform/

Tips for Becoming a Top Producing Insurance Agency: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG452

What Are Insurance Hierarchies & How Do They Work? https://link.chtbl.com/ASG517

Your Guide to Forming an Insurance Network: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG461

References:

4 Types of Learning Styles: How to Accommodate a Diverse Group of Students: https://www.rasmussen.edu/degrees/education/blog/types-of-learning-styles/

5 Benefits of Incorporating Hands On Learning into Training: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-benefits-incorporating-hands-learning-training-allie-golon/

10 Best Virtual Meeting Platforms & Software: https://teambuilding.com/blog/virtual-meeting-platforms

11 Benefits of Collaborative Learning (Plus Tips to Use It) https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/benefits-of-collaborative-learning

How do Birds Learn How to Fly? do-birds-learn-how-to-fly.htm">https://www.allthingsnature.org/how-do-birds-learn-how-to-fly.htm

Level Up: The Values of Sales Shadowing for New Insurance Agents: https://blog.newhorizonsmktg.com/level-up-the-value-of-sales-shadowing-for-new-insurance-agents

Mentoring Guide: mentoring-guide-for-mentors.pdf">https://www.rackham.umich.edu/downloads/more-mentoring-guide-for-mentors.pdf

Mind-Blowing Statistics that Prove the Value of Employee Training and Development: https://www.shiftelearning.com/blog/statistics-value-of-employee-training-and-development

Ongoing Training: Its Benefits and Why You Should Consider It: https://www.apty.io/blog/ongoing-training-benefits-and-impact/

Profiting from Learning: Do Firms’ Investments in Education and Training Pay Off? https://businesstrainingexperts.com/knowledge-center/training-roi/profiting-from-learning/

Reflective Practice: practice.html">https://www.skillsyouneed.com/ps/reflective-practice.html

The 5 Most Effective Teaching Styles (Pros & Cons of Each) https://www.thinkific.com/blog/teaching-styles/

The 40 Reflection Questions: stw-replicatingPBL-21stCAcad-reflection-questions.pdf">https://www.edutopia.org/pdfs/stw/edutopia-stw-replicatingPBL-21stCAcad-reflection-questions.pdf

The Complete Guide to Independent Contractor Taxes: https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/small-business/independent-contractor-tax-guide

Why Communication Consistency Is Vital To Your Business: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesnycouncil/2018/08/22/why-communication-consistency-is-vital-to-your-business/?sh=4526564466e0

Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X (fka) Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance

Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel

Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/

Apr 15, 2024

00:08:10

Looking to expand your business by hiring downline agents? We’ve got tips on where to find applicants, training resources, and more!

Read the text version

Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

Resources:

7 Ways to Get Involved with Your Community: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG453

Agent Apps | Apps for Professional Networking & Events: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA20230823

Before You Recruit: Setting Up Your Agency for Success: https://ritterim.com/blog/before-you-recruit-setting-up-your-agency-for-success/

Best Practices for Training Downline Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG522

Best Practices for Conducting an Interview ft. Dylan Cook: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG5335

Developing an Agency – Your Guide to Getting Started eBook DOWNLOAD: https://ritterim.com/agency-guide/

Shop & Enroll: https://ritterim.com/shop-and-enroll/

Ways to Boost Morale in the Workplace: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG556

Your Step-By-Step Guide to Getting Started in Insurance Sales eBook DOWNLOAD: https://ritterim.com/free-guide/

References:

Craigslist: https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/

How Much Is That Bad Hire Really Costing Your Business? cost-of-bad-hire.html">https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/9066-cost-of-bad-hire.html

How to Post a Job on Facebook For Free (2024 Guide) https://www.forbes.com/advisor/business/how-to-post-job-on-facebook/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/

Millennials Overtake Baby Boomers as America’s largest generation: https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2020/04/28/millennials-overtake-baby-boomers-as-americas-largest-generation/

Monster: https://www.monster.com/ Rethinking the Extraverted Sales Ideal: The Ambivert Advantage: https://faculty.wharton.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Grant_PsychScience2013.pdf

The True Cost of a Bad Hire – It’s More Than You Think: https://www.forbes.com/sites/falonfatemi/2016/09/28/the-true-cost-of-a-bad-hire-its-more-than-you-think/?sh=16da43b84aa4

Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel

Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/

Apr 12, 2024

00:15:05

The Friday Five for April 12, 2024:

Ritter Insurance Marketing Roadshows
ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching
Spotify AI Playlist
2024 Senior Market Symposium
2025 CMS Marketplace Final Rule

What kind of pet(s) do you have at home? Vote in our Question of the Week Poll!

Ritter Roadshows:

Indiana (Carmel, IN)

Ohio (Columbus, OH)

Michigan (Ypsilanti, MI)

ACA Unauthorized Plan Switching:

2024 Unauthorized Plan Switch (UPS) Update: 022624-5CR-022224.pdf">https://kffhealthnews.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/03/UPS-Cross-_Year-_Updates-022624-5CR-022224.pdf

ACA Plans Are Being Switched Without Enrollees’ OK: https://kffhealthnews.org/news/article/aca-obamacare-plans-switched-without-enrollee-permission-investigation/

Unauthorized ACA plan switches drive call for action against rogue agents: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/08/1243328699/health-insurance-obamacare-aca-plan-switch-rogue-agents

Unauthorized sign-ups cast shadow on Obamacare’s record enrollment: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/04/unauthorized-sign-ups-cast-shadow-obamacares-record-enrollment/

Spotify AI Playlist:

Spotify adds new ‘AI Playlist’ feature that uses text prompts: https://9to5google.com/2024/04/08/spotify-ai-playlist/

Spotify Premium Users Can Now Turn Any Idea Into a Personalized Playlist With AI Playlist in Beta: https://newsroom.spotify.com/2024-04-07/spotify-premium-users-can-now-turn-any-idea-into-a-personalized-playlist-with-ai-playlist-in-beta/

2024 Senior Market Symposium:

Craig Ritter’s Senior Market Symposium Keynote: https://ritterim.wistia.com/medias/3djxgzf9ex

2025 CMS Marketplace Final Rule:

2025 Marketplace Final Rule Changes Agents Should Know: https://ritterim.com/blog/2025-marketplace-final-rule-changes-agents-should-know/

HHS Finalizes Policies to Make Marketplace Coverage More Accessible and Expand Essential Health Benefits: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/hhs-finalizes-policies-make-marketplace-coverage-more-accessible-and-expand-essential-health

HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2025 Final Rule: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/hhs-notice-benefit-and-payment-parameters-2025-final-rule

Resources:

3 Growth Strategies for Your Insurance Sales Territory: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG5875

5 Alternative Apps to Replace Google Podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240329

Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

Navigating the Latest in Legislative & Regulatory Updates: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240405

QR Code Scanner Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA56

The Advisor Approach: Cross-Selling by Fact-Finding: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG587

Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X (fka) Twitter, https://twitter.com/RitterIM and Youtube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance

Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel

Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/

Apr 10, 2024

00:06:38

Ready to spice up weekly meal planning and improve your home chef skills? Tina’s got two apps that will be your little helper next time you’re in the kitchen!

SideChef Official Website: https://www.sidechef.com/

Kitchen Stories Official Website: https://www.kitchenstories.com/en

Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel

Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/

Resources:

Agent Apps | Best of Agent Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA50 Agent Apps | Breathwork & Meditation Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA25 Agent Apps | Grow with These Plant & Nature Apps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA30 Agent Apps | Instacart Review: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGA49

Apr 08, 2024

00:07:57

Grow your territory, grow your business. Simple, right? Thing is, there are many paths agents can take to "growth" and "success." Which one is right for you? We've got a sampling of strategies to help you pinpoint the path that's right for you.

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Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ and Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel

Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/

Resources:

2024 CMS Compliance Regulation Updates for Agents ft. Alyson Seighman: https://link.chtbl.com/2023AlysonSeighman

Agent's Guide to Digital Marketing Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG584

Agent's Guide to Partner Marketing Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG585

Agent's Guide to Traditional Marketing Resources: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG583

CMS’ 2024 MA and Part D Final Rule Changes for Agents: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGN20230414

Developing a Retention Mindset ft. Blake Amos (Cigna Healthcare): https://link.chtbl.com/2024BlakeAmos

Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Compliance: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG542

How Client Retention Boosts Your Insurance Sales: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG580

Insurance Agents as TPMOs: What CMS Compliance Regulations Mean for You: https://www.ritterim.com/blog/insurance-agents-as-tpmos-what-cms-compliance-regulations-mean-for-you/

Why Client Retention Should Be Your Top Priority: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG581

References:

Federal Register Website: https://www.federalregister.gov/

Medicare Advantage Communication Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-422/subpart-V

Medicare Marketing Guidelines: https://www.cms.gov/medicare/health-drug-plans/managed-care-marketing/medicare-guidelines

Part D Communication Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-423/subpart-V

Apr 05, 2024

00:18:00

The Friday Five for April 5, 2024*:

Streamlining Enrollment in CHIP & Medicaid
Medicaid Unwinding SEP Extended
Short-Term Medical Insurance Changes
Final CY 2025 Part D Redesign Program
2025 CY MA and Part D Rate Announcement

*Note: This episode was recorded prior to the release of the CY 2025 MA and Part D Final Rule. Stay tuned for more information!

Which social media app would you like to learn more about? Cast your vote!

Have questions about marketing and sales? Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

Streamlining Enrollment in CHIP & Medicaid:

Biden-Harris Administration Builds on the Success of the Affordable Care Act by Streamlining Enrollment in Medicaid and CHIP Coverage: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/biden-harris-administration-builds-success-affordable-care-act-streamlining-enrollment-medicaid-and

Medicaid Program; Streamlining the Medicaid, Children's Health Insurance Program, and Basic Health Program Application, Eligibility Determination, Enrollment, and Renewal Processes: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/04/02/2024-06566/medicaid-program-streamlining-the-medicaid-childrens-health-insurance-program-and-basic-health

Medicaid Unwinding Extended:

HHS Takes Additional Actions to Help People Stay Covered During Medicaid and CHIP Renewals: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/hhs-takes-additional-actions-help-people-stay-covered-during-medicaid-and-chip-renewals

Medicaid Enrollment and Unwinding Tracker: https://www.kff.org/report-section/medicaid-enrollment-and-unwinding-tracker-overview/

Short-Term Medical Insurance Changes:

Biden-Harris Administration Protects Consumers from Low-Quality Coverage by Limiting “Junk” Health Plans: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/biden-harris-administration-protects-consumers-low-quality-coverage-limiting-junk-health-plans

Short-Term, Limited-Duration Insurance and Independent, Noncoordinated Excepted Benefits Coverage: inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-06551.pdf">https://public-inspection.federalregister.gov/2024-06551.pdf

Short-Term, Limited-Duration Insurance and Independent, Noncoordinated Excepted Benefits Coverage (CMS-9904-F) Fact Sheet: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/short-term-limited-duration-insurance-and-independent-noncoordinated-excepted-benefits-coverage-cms#_ftn1

STLDI Final Rules to Affect Short-Term Medical & Hospital Indemnity Plans: https://ritterim.com/blog/stldi-final-rules-to-affect-short-term-medical-and-hospital-indemnity-plans/

Final CY 2025 Part D Redesign Program:

Final CY 2025 Part D Redesign Program Instructions Fact Sheet: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/final-cy-2025-part-d-redesign-program-instructions-fact-sheet

2025 CY MA and Part D Rate Announcement:

2025 Medicare Advantage and Part D Rate Announcement: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/2025-medicare-advantage-and-part-d-rate-announcement

CMS Finalizes Payment Updates for 2025 Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D Programs: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-finalizes-payment-updates-2025-medicare-advantage-and-medicare-part-d-programs

Fact Sheet: 2024 Medicare Advantage and Part D Rate Announcement: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/fact-sheet-2024-medicare-advantage-and-part-d-rate-announcement

Medicare Moves Toward Election Season Clash With Insurers: https://www.thinkadvisor.com/2024/04/02/medicare-moves-toward-election-season-clash-with-insurers/

Payers say MA rate cut puts affordable care at risk: https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/ai-and-machine-learning/medicare-advantage-rate-cut-remains-feds-keep-pressure

Resources:

5 Alternative Apps to Replace Google Podcast: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240329

BOI Reporting for LLCs & ACA Enrollment Updates: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240105

Halfway Through Medicaid Unwinding: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240216

Health Care Provisions in Biden's 2025 Budget: https://link.chtbl.com/ASGF20240315

References:

Federal Register Website: https://www.federalregister.gov/

Medicare Advantage Communication Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-422/subpart-V

Medicare Marketing Guidelines: https://www.cms.gov/medicare/health-drug-plans/managed-care-marketing/medicare-guidelines

Part D Communication Requirements: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-B/part-423/subpart-V

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Apr 03, 2024

00:07:44

Break free from the salesy (and stereotypical!) mold that clients sometimes associate with insurance agents. Learn how to switch up your approach and transform your sales success.

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Resources:

4 Ancillary Cross-Sales to Show Clients You Care: https://ritterim.com/blog/four-ancillary-cross-sales-to-show-clients-you-care/

Download A Quick Guide to Cross-Selling Ancillary Insurance with Medicare Products: https://ritterim.com/selling-ancillary-with-medicare/

Insurance Cross-Sales: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started featuring Josh Hurley: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG408

Secure a Bigger, Better Business with Ancillary Products: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG586

Tips for Cross-Selling Medicare Products: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG410

Watch the Cross-Sell to Fill Coverage Gaps or Unmet Needs Knight School Module: https://ritterim.com/knight-school/expand-dominate/cross-sell/

Where & How to Start Cross-Selling to Fill Insurance Coverage Gaps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG548

Apr 01, 2024

00:06:40

Boost your book of business with ancillary insurance! Discover the value of cross selling these products, the ideal clients, and more in this episode.

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Tina on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-lamoreux-6384b7199/

Resources:

Ancillary Infographic: What’s Your Legacy? your-legacy-dental-vision-infographic.pdf">https://ritterim.com/documents/infographics/whats-your-legacy-dental-vision-infographic.pdf

A Quick Guide to Cross-Selling Ancillary Insurance with Medicare Products FREE eBook: https://ritterim.com/selling-ancillary-with-medicare/

Building Client Loyalty: More Than Just a Plan: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG496

Knight School Training: https://ritterim.com/knight-school/

Ritter Insurance Marketing’s Events Calendar: https://ritterim.com/events/

The Complete Guide to Client Loyalty and Retention: https://ritterim.com/client-retention-guide/

Tips for Cross-Selling Medicare Products: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG410

Where & How to Start Cross-Selling to Fill Insurance Coverage Gaps: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG548

Mar 30, 2024

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Educate yourself to spread the knowledge about how ancillary products can benefit your clients. We’ve got expert tips, product definitions, sales pitches, and so much more in our free eBook!

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Ask the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! Fill out the form: https://bit.ly/askasg email us ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.

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Resources:

4 Steps to Selling Dental, Vision, and Hearing Insurance: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG323

Common Sales Mistakes You Might Be Making (And How to Fix Them) https://link.chtbl.com/ASG483

Tips for Cross-Selling Medicare Products: https://link.chtbl.com/ASG408

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2025 Marketplace Final Rule

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3 Growth Strategies for Your Insurance Sales Territory

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Navigating the Latest in Legislative & Regulatory Updates

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The Advisor Approach: Cross-Selling by Fact-Finding

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