On July 28, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published preliminary Medicare Part D bid information for contract year 2026. Updates include the 2026 national average monthly bid amount, 2026 base beneficiary premium, and changes to the Part D Premium Stabilization Program.

Between January and August 2024, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) received 90,863 complaints from clients who had their coverage changed without their consent. Additionally, some under-65 health agents have noticed missing health insurance commissions.

If you're considering selling Medicare, you likely want to know how much you can earn from it. We're covering the basics, including how working with an FMO can affect your commissions, to give you a good idea!

Since their Final Rule for Contract Year 2023, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has implemented rules for third-party marketing organizations (TPMOs). Here are the requirements that impact your business.

Alternative insurance arrangements have been gaining traction since the introduction of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 2010, followed by the 21st Century Cures Act in 2016.

You can't wait around for potential clients to become eligible for Medicare. If you want a loyal book of business — clients who keep coming back for your services — the work starts before they even turn 65.

If you're looking to enter the under-65 insurance industry, but not quite sure if it'll be a worthy endeavor, worry no more! We're here to break down the basics of Affordable Care Act (ACA) commissions.

Agents who are looking to further their professional development and start selling Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance plans need to complete certain certifications and training.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming a staple for insurance agents, offering various functionalities such as streamlining workflows, enhancing customer relations, and improving overall productivity. Adapting to this new technological flow might just help you in any way you or your business may be struggling.

When working with a client who is shopping for an Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance plan from the federal marketplace or their state marketplace, there are a series of questions you should ask to better serve them.

With the Annual Enrollment Period quickly approaching, it's a good idea to make sure you're fully prepared and ready-to-sell.

On June 20, 2025, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released their "Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Marketplace Integrity and Affordability Final Rule."

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We loved seeing you at last years' Summits, and we can't wait to connect with even more agents this year to discuss 2026 Medicare health plans! Join us at the greatest show for health insurance agents, Ritter Summits.