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Sell Medicare by phone If you currently own an insurance sales business, you may want to Sell Medicare by phone.  Medicare is a fantastic product to add to an existing business or to start a new business.  If you decide to team up with Crowe and Associates, we can offer you a unique package of
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Independent Insurance Agents Independent Insurance agents are independent contractors.  They have the ability to work with many different insurance companies. Although they are appointed with many companies, they run their own businesses. The agent/broker collects commission.  They do not receive a salary from any company they represent. There are a few ways a person can
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High Deductible Plan F 2020 High Deductible Plan F 2020; HDF or high deductible plan F is different than other Medicare supplement Plans.  Beneficiaries enrolled in this plan pay the 20% of medical expenses not paid by Medicare (Medicare pays 80%) until they satisfy their deductible. After the deductible is reached, this plan works the
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Medicare agent compensation If you have ever considered going into Medicare sales, you want to know about Medicare agent compensation. The good news is;  maximum commission rates for Medicare Advantage as well as Part D plans have gone up for the third year.  Medicare Supplement commissions continue to be a good source of income as well. In
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Scope of appointment If you are a broker/agent who sells Medicare products, you need to understand the use of a Scope of appointment.   A scope of appointment is a form that the CMS requires agents/brokers to use.  If you conduct marketing activities, you may not market any health care product that the beneficiary has not
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High Deductible Plan F 2019 The Medicare high deductible plan F 2019 has a deductible of $2,300 for the year.  High F can be a great option for anyone aging into Medicare or on a Medicare supplement plan currently.   The issue with High F is not the benefits or price.  It has more to do
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Medicare Part B Enrollment This blog covers the Medicare Part B enrollment rules. It also covers the enrollment rules for Medicare Advantage Plans and Medicare Part D plans. Medicare Part B Enrollment Rules You are eligible to Enroll in Medicare part A and B when you turn 65. (Some people earlier if disabled) Here are
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Medicare sales quick start guide Medicare sales quick start guide will help you get your Medicare sales business up and running. Determine what products you want to sell: Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement and/or Medicare part D Rx plans You may want to sell all three or just one type. Advantage plans and Part D plans
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AHIP Medicare training The AHIP Medicare training is necessary if you want to sell either Medicare MAPD, MA and or PDP plans.  Most companies require AHIP and their own online training in order to be ready to sell.  Some companies require a one time face to face training as well. What is AHIP and why
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Medicare sales contracting If you want to start your Medicare sales business, you might like some information about  Medicare sales contracting.  If you would like to get the support of a back office along with free quoting tools, on line applications and many more supportive tools, you should consider working with Crowe and Associates.  We offer
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