Insurance 360
Insurance 360 is made with insurance professionals in mind. I360 explores everything in the world of insurance sales and marketing. Join the team as we explore, insurance selling ideas, marketing trends, insurance carriers, lead generation methods and more. If you are now, or are considering selling such products as Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplements, Prescription Drug plans, life insurance, annuities, final expense and ancillary health products such as dental and hospital indemnity, I360 has you covered.
Episodes
Grab your calculators and compliance manuals — the Chief Insurance Nerd is here. Sam Melamed joins Insurance 360 to decode the latest Medicare and ACA twists, from AI influence and carrier exits to the “birthday rule” and shrinking dental benefits. It’s annual enrollment prep, agent training evolutions, Dr. Oz impacts, and a Pinnacle Championship Series sneak peak.
AEP is coming. Get ahead now.
Grab your calculators and compliance manuals — the CEO of National Care Dental, NCD, and self-proclaimed Chief Insurance Nerd is here. Sam Melamed joins Insurance 360 to decode the latest Medicare and ACA twists, from AI influence and Medicare carrier changes to the “birthday rule” impacting Medicare Supplements. It’s also annual enrollment prep time, where agents are going to get ready for the upcoming election seaso...
Understanding the Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on Medicare & Prescription Drugs with Bill Hepscher of Canadian Med Store.
360, hosts discuss the latest updates from the Medicare conference and delve into the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on prescription drugs. Featuring special guest Bill Hepscher from Canadian Med Store, the conversation explores the current landscape of high-cost prescription dr...
In this episode of Insurance 360, Bob and Rob are joined by special guest Christian Brindle. Christian, known for his multiple podcasts and extensive experience in the insurance industry, discusses the importance of succession planning for insurance agents. The conversation covers the necessity of incorporating your business, the process of buying and valuing books of business, and the impact of technology in the insu...
In this episode of Insurance 360, Bob and Rob engage in an in-depth discussion with Jon Enenbach, Vice President for Senior Health Brokerage Sales at Mutual of Omaha, and Jeff Ganow, Senior Vice President for Senior Health at Mutual of Omaha. The conversation sheds light on the current state of the Medicare Supplement (MedSup) market, its challenges, and the regulatory landscape. Discover the impact of COVID-19 on cla...
In this episode of Insurance 360, hosts Bob and Rob discuss the aftermath of the Super Bowl with Jamie Sarno from AmeriLife, who is an expert on ancillary insurance products. They delve into the importance of adding supplementary insurance policies, especially during the Open Enrollment Period (OEP), to cover gaps in Medicare Advantage plans. Jamie shares his extensive background in the insurance industry and emphasiz...
In this episode of Insurance 360, Bob and Rob welcome special guest Nick Palo, Assistant Vice President of Marketing at Pinnacle Financial Services. Nick, with his 18 years of industry experience, shares insights on best practices and strategies for working with top agents and agencies. The conversation covers the evolution of the Medicare marketplace, the importance of planning and strategizing, and how to navigate n...
Join us as we dive into the latest developments in the Medicare industry, including major changes to the AEP and SEP regulations. Bob and Rob discuss how these modifications are impacting Medicare agents and their strategies for the coming year. We are joined by Nicky Skubal from Aetna, who brings her expert insight on dual eligible plans (D-SNPs) and Special Enrollment Period (SEP) changes. Learn about the new monthl...
In this episode of Insurance 360, Bob and Rob discuss the tumultuous end of the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) and its implications with special guest Jeff Palo, Vice President of Health Sales at Pinnacle Financial Services. They explore the recent disruptions and regulatory changes affecting Medicare agents, including CMS rulings, marketing compliance, and new SEP rules. The episode wraps up with insights on preparin...
In this episode of Insurance 360, Bob and Rob discuss the dynamic landscape of the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) and the unexpected changes by carriers that have influenced commissionable and non-commissionable plans. The episode also explores the complexities of long-term care insurance, including traditional, hybrid, and short-term options, and the emerging trend of clients proactively seeking LTC solution...
🎃 Trick or Treat! Insurance 360 presents a Halloween Special! 🎃
Join Bob and Rob as they take you on a haunted journey through Insurance 360's spookiest podcast episode yet! From phantom paperwork to eerie encounters in finance, we've got chilling stories from every department. You won’t want to miss these ghostly tales from the company crypt!
Hit play if you dare, and prepare for some bo...
In this kick-off to the Medicare AEP 2025 episode, we discuss the current Medicare environment. This year, changes in plan designs, star ratings, and carrier footprint reductions have turned the Medicare industry upside down. Find out best practices to make sure you have your best AEP!
Introducing to the podcast: BOSS Agent Portal and CRM! The ultimate guide for insurance agents to harness the power of technology and revolutionize their business. Dive deep into the world of the first AI-enhanced CRM built specifically for insurance professionals. Learn how BOSS ensures HIPAA and SOC 2 compliance while offering seamless, one-click integration with enrollment tools, digital scope of appointment forms,...
In this episode, we sit down with Jennifer DeBuhr, the dynamic force behind the LeadingResponse seminar program. Jen shares her insights on how her team helps insurance agents across the nation connect with their ideal clients through powerful seminar marketing strategies. We'll dive deep into the nuts and bolts best practices for agents, the importance of targeted marketing, and how to measure success in a comp...
Change is certainly the norm in the insurance industry. In our latest podcast, hear how the Court Stay on the 2025 Final Rule will impact Medicare Advantage and Part D. You won't want to miss this episode to see how you can continue to increase and manage your insurance business in an ever-changing environment.
In this episode of Insurance 360, we are thrilled to announce the upcoming Pinnacle Championship Series of events! Join us as we reveal the exciting details and dates for three major events at iconic venues: MetLife Stadium on August 29th, Citizens Bank Park on September 19th, and Nissan Stadium on September 26th. These events will feature top Medicare, life insurance, annuity, and ancillary health companies, along wi...
In this episode, we're taking a close look at the Inflation Reduction Act and its big changes to Medicare Part D. Join us as we unpack the major updates and chat about the impact on premiums, formularies, agent commissions, and more.
Remember, the impact on Part D will also impact Medicare Advantage plans. Co-pays, deductibles, and ancillary benefits such as dental, vision, hearing, and OTC are just some of ...
Welcome back to another episode of the Insurance 360 Podcast! Today, we're going to dig into what's new with Medicare for 2025. We'll break down the Final Rule and talk about what it means for everyone involved - from insurance companies to agents to the beneficiaries who use Medicare. Plus, we'll go over all the important stuff you need to know for the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) so you can han...
In this episode, you will learn the following:
-Differences in Senior Living Centers
-How to identify key decision makers
-How to articulate your value proposition
-Various tools at your disposal
This helps in conjunction with the exclusive Medicare Advantage Plan only for Pinnacle agents! This IE-SNP is for those in a facility or at home. Some benefits in addition to Original Medic...
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