by PTT Financial | Aug 30, 2022 | Articles for Agents, Medicare
Every year, prior to AEP, important information goes out to both Medicare agents and Medicare members about the upcoming year. Agents receive First Looks from major Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D carriers, which give them an early glimpse at changes for the...
by PTT Financial | Aug 19, 2022 | Articles for Agents, Medicare
Many Medicare beneficiaries who struggle to afford the cost of their coverage do not realize there are programs that can help them offset their out-of-pocket expenses associated with Medicare Parts A, B and D premiums, deductibles, coinsurance, and copayments. These...
by PTT Financial | Aug 18, 2022 | Articles for Consumers, Financial Planning
The signs of high inflation are everywhere. Whether you’re buying weekly essentials like food and gas or planning big-ticket purchases like a car or a vacation, you’re likely paying much more than you used to. Take steps now to protect your personal finances....
by PTT Financial | Jul 25, 2022 | Articles for Agents, Medicare
As business associates of covered entities, Medicare sales agents must fully comply with HIPAA’s Privacy and Security rules. By nature of the business, some personal information must be exchanged for things like plan enrollment. HIPAA makes sure your client’s data...
by PTT Financial | Jul 5, 2022 | Articles for Agents, Medicare
CMS recently released their 2023 final rule which includes two requirements that will have a significant impact on independent agents and brokers who sell Medicare Advantage and/or Part D plans. Effective Date While the marketing guideline changes are for calendar...
