by Devon Williams | Dec 2, 2024 | Devon Williams, Health, Medicare/Medicare Advantage
New research from 2024 has examined the connection between Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and access to health coverage. The data revealed that approximately 13 million people under the age of 65 were receiving income...
by A&A Editorial Team | Dec 2, 2024 | A&A Editorial Team, Health, Medicare/Medicare Advantage
A recent KFF study reveals a concerning trend: Nearly 7 in 10 Medicare beneficiaries didn’t compare plans during the 2021 open enrollment period for 2022 coverage. With the average Medicare beneficiary facing a choice of 43 Medicare Advantage (MA) plans and 21...
by Amber Allen | Dec 2, 2024 | Amber Allen, Health, Medicare/Medicare Advantage
During the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), licensed agents and brokers have a unique opportunity to connect with Medicare-eligible seniors through educational events. Hosting these events allows agents to establish themselves as trusted resources within their...
by A&A Editorial Team | Oct 28, 2024 | A&A Editorial Team, Health, Medicare/Medicare Advantage
Medicare-eligible, yet still working, clients face distinct challenges when navigating their healthcare options. Unlike retirees who solely rely on Medicare, these clients must evaluate how the complex program works with their existing employer-sponsored insurance. ...
by A&A Editorial Team | Oct 28, 2024 | A&A Editorial Team, Health, Medicare/Medicare Advantage, Wealth
Older Americans face a significant financial burden due to rising medical costs across the U.S. As of 2022, more than one in every five Americans aged 65 and older had incurred medical or dental debt. Financial professionals face a critical challenge: ensuring...
by Lucas Vandenberg | Oct 14, 2024 | Health, Lucas Vandenberg, Medicare/Medicare Advantage, Supplemental & Ancillary Products
Medicare Advantage (MA) plans currently serve over half of all Medicare-eligible individuals. Despite this dominance, the demand for Medicare Supplement (also known as Medigap) plans is on the rise, with recent projections showing an increase from 14.3 million to 17...
