CMS has released its Contract Year 2027 Proposed Rule for Medicare Advantage (MA) and Part D, and while much of it is highly technical, there are several proposals that could meaningfully change how agents explain benefits, structure events, and handle compliance. This post highlights 11 of the most important items for independent agents, agencies, and […]
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2026 Medicare Parts A & B Premiums and Deductibles on November 14th, 2025. You can check out the CMS press release here. Medicare Part B Premiums/Deductibles The standard Medicare Part B monthly premium will increase $17.90 from 2025, from $185.00 to $202.90. The annual Part […]
The upcoming Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) will bring more disruption than usual to the Medicare Advantage (MA) market. Service Area Reductions (SARs) are impacting millions of beneficiaries across the country, and as an agent, your role as a trusted advisor has never been more important. Here’s what you need to know about the scale […]
