Inequities in health care coverage and access remain despite legislative gains
Legislation to reduce racial and ethnic disparities in health insurance coverage and improve access to care have led…
Medicare Part B Premium Increase for 2022 isn’t the Largest Ever
Medicare’s Part B monthly premium for 2022 will increase by $26.60, the largest dollar increase in the health…
Why is your retirement age seniors still working?
You can make a difference in people’s lives. These success stories, repeated anonymously can be a great catalyst…
Brighthealth has announced major changes for the 2023 AEP and OEP!
Bright Health Group is further focusing its business on delivering affordable healthcare to aging and underserved populations through…
Health insurance agents who serve the senior market will soon begin their training for Medicare’s Annual Election Period (AEP). Elie Harriett, co-director, Medicare Services, with Classic Insurance & Financial Services Co., recently provided some of the information agents need to know to effectively serve their clients.
Many of the general rules governing Medicare remain the same, said Harriett, though some plans and benefits will…
Spanish-speaking Americans receive one-third less care, study finds
Language barriers may lead to significant inequities in health care delivery, a new report suggests. The study, published in…
5 opportunities Social Security’s new statements offer advisors, participants
Social Security statements already served as handy tools. But the changes that the Social Security Administration is rolling out will help advisors and…
Claiming Social Security: Too many think it’s “as simple as flipping a switch”
Lack of knowledge about Social Security is like getting a new job but not asking when you would…
More businesses mandating vaccines, but are employees on board?
Despite Equal Employment Opportunity Commission guidance allowing employers to require vaccination for their workers and big moves from…