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January 12, 2025 | Issue No. 81

Medicare Updates

HealthSpring Marketing Do's and Don'ts


In OEP's ever-evolving landscape it’s vital that everyone know what marketing is allowed and what is not. HealthSpring has boiled them down to one guide for brokers. The Do’s and Don’ts of Medicare Sales and Marketing. Learn more below!  


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Elevance Unsuppressing Plans


Elevance Heath is pleased to share that the listed HMO-POS plans will be available (unsuppressed & commissionable) on 3rd party broker quoting and enrollment platforms. Commissions will be paid for new sales and renewals as previously communicated.


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Compliance Corner


Brush up on your SOA understanding and compliance with federal requirements. The SOA requirement is at least 48 hours prior to the sales appointment, not 2 days.


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Life Insurance Updates

Manhattan Life Training Calendar


Check out the January product training schedule by clicking the button below.


Remember to register for sessions to receive a reminder the day before and an hour before the trainings.


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HI Select is Now in VA


The brochure for Virginia is the generic version, and has been attached below for your convenience.The application and rates can be found on the Manhattan Life Agent Resource Center.


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IULs You Can Trust


Mutual of Omaha's Indexed Universal Life historical rate flyers have been updated for each of our IUL products—providing you with a valuable historical view of the returns and interest rates of each of our IUL products since inception.


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News and Trainings

Training Calendar- January


Take a look at the training calendar for January to stay updated with carrier trainings and webinars to help you expand your portfolio and grow your business.


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Join MCC Brokerage for a Hospital Indemnity & CHAS discussion with Heartland National


Presented by Kim Byrnes of Heartland National, this session will cover an in-depth look at Heartland's cancer, heart attack, & stroke policies. We'll discuss effective and affordable ways to help your clients in case the unexpected were to happen.


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List of Health Systems Dropping Medicare Advantage in January


Several major health systems are dropping Medicare Advantage plans in the new year. The hospitals are ending their acceptance of MA plans over issues with prior authorization denials and slow reimbursement, as seniors face increased costs on plan premiums.


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Forward-Thinking Sales Strategies to Embrace in 2026


As business leaders start to look forward to the new year, it’s worth taking stock of how B2B and B2C sales strategies are evolving. The influx of AI is disrupting the buyer’s journey and the sales team’s ability to perform. Plus, strong sales and marketing collaboration with an emphasis on social selling are the main ingredients for success in 2026.


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Follow-Up That Actually Converts


Stay top of mind with prospects using three simple tactics:



  • 48-Hour Rule: Follow up within 48 hours of every conversation, quote, or inquiry while interest is still high.
  • Multi-Touch Approach: Don’t rely on just one method. Combine a call, text, and short email to increase response rates.
  • Next-Step Close: End every interaction by scheduling the next touchpoint (review call, enrollment date, or decision deadline).


Consistent follow-up builds trust, shortens sales cycles, and turns more conversations into enrollments.

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