BCBSKS Medicare Commission Structure Update
New PDP and MA sales with a 2027 effective date will not pay commissions. Any existing business, or new business with a 2026 effective date, would still receive initial and renewal commissions.
HealthSpring Medicare Advantage Commission Update
The following is from an official HealthSpring communication on Monday, October 5. Starting with HealthSpring applications effective Jan. 1, 2027, a select list of plans will become non-commissionable, partially commissionable, or suppressed. Non-commissionable: HealthSpring will no longer pay commissions on some plans, and they will be removed
CMS Freezes Registration for New Federal Marketplace Agents
2027 CMS Plan Year registration changes for new federal marketplace agents.
Employer MLR Rebates Are Approaching
Qualified employers should receive rebates by September 30th.
CMS Renames ICHRAs as CHOICE Arrangements
The rebranding does not change the structure or regulatory requirements of the arrangements.
Now Available: Medicare Certifications for PY 2027
Links to training sites for OCI's preferred carriers
Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage Notices for 2026
Deadline for mandatory creditable/non-creditable status disclosure approaching
Final Chance to Register: NABIP Nebraska Medicare Summit
The summit is just one week away. Full agenda is now available to view.
Two Pivot Health Bonus Opportunities
Maximize your earnings and build momentum in Q3
Annuity Intelligence Pulse: Week of 8/12/26
Check out the FIA & MYGA competitive strategies update