2023

Maximize revenue with GTL’s Q4 Bonus Program

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Find out all the details inside!

GTL 4th quarter bonus program

Are you talking to your Medicare clients about hospital indemnity coverage? If you aren’t, you are leaving commission dollars on the table!

Did you know that in most cases Medicare beneficiaries can get their hospital copays covered for an annual premium costing less than a single day of copay? Add GTL to your portfolio and take advantage of this generous bonus program!
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$20 per application

Submit 5-10 Applications

During Q4*

$40 per application

Submit 11-25 Applications During Q4*

$60 per application

Submit 26+ Applications During Q4*

For qualified GTL Advantage Plus®, Advantage Plus® Elite, Indemnity Plus® Elite, Precision Care™ Cancer Insurance, Recover Cash®, GTL Life Select, Home Care Secure and/or Short-Term Home Health Care Applications

submitted between October 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023*

Need a refresher about GTL’s product suite and how to integrate them into your sales process? Watch our on-demand webcast and learn Top Tips for Cross-Selling!

Top Tips for Cross-Selling Hospital Indemnity Plans
Watch Now

View Bonus Details

Request a Contract

*Please refer to the attached PDF for GTL’s 4th Quarter Bonus Program details.

Want more information about selling GTL?

Contact your Sales Team: 800-234-9488

Who is GarityAdvantage?

GarityAdvantage is a National Marketing Organization (NMO) for the top local, regional and national Medicare carriers.  We approach our role with brokers a bit differently than our competitors – as we provide local market teams to work with you side-by-side to ensure you succeed.

GarityAdvantage

This allows us to actively develop targeted lead programs and local market opportunities to help you prospect and sell as well as deliver personalized training, ongoing marketing support and co-op funding to support your specific needs. We also offer the latest tech tools to help manage your business including efficient lead calling tools, an agent dashboard and MedicareCENTER, a virtual quote and enrollment platform. Rounding out our support is a back office team helping you every step of the way with contracting, commissions, enrollments and compliance. Plus, all broker commissions are paid directly to you. 
You get the whole pie, not just a piece of it! Call us today to learn more or request your contract now.  

GarityAdvantage Agencies
800-234-9488

Maximize gains with these Medicare Supplement Bonus Programs!

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How much you earn is up to you!

Q4 Med Supp Incentives

How much you earn is up to you!

Carriers have just updated their bonus programs for Q4 of 2023! 

This is a great time to build your business. With thousands of people turning 65 every day, don’t miss this opportunity to sell more and earn more!
Bonus Details by Carrier
Request a Contract

Questions? Contact your sales team.

GarityAdvantage Agencies
800-234-9488

 

Med Supp from WoodmenLife offers more to your clients!

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Med Supp your clients can rely on, plus exclusive member benefits.

WoodmanLife

Med Supp from WoodmenLife offers more to your clients!

Offer your clients a new Med Supp plan from WoodmenLife, a trusted name for over 130 years. They’ll get a Medicare Supplement plan that can help manage their health care expenses. Plus, when they purchase Med Supp from WoodmenLife, your client becomes a member, which grants them access to exclusive member benefits.1

Member Benefits for Clients

  • Free, online legal templates to create wills, power of attorney and healthcare directives2

  • Discounts at 30,000 retailers nationwide3 – with an app and map search to find nearby discounts

  • Financial assistance following a qualifying natural disaster

  • $25,0004 for families of First Responder members who die in the line of duty

  • Opportunities to support their community through volunteer activities

Agents benefits from offering WoodmenLife:

  • Simple contracting process

  • Appealing and competitive commissions

  • Ongoing support to assist with any questions
Request a Contract

Help provide financial peace of mind and the financial security your clients deserve.

Ask your marketer for more information about WoodmenLife Med Supp!

GarityAdvantage Agencies
800-234-9488

Request a call from your local sales support team!

Who is GarityAdvantage?

GarityAdvantage is a National Marketing Organization (NMO) for the top local, regional and national Medicare carriers. We approach our role with brokers a bit differently than our competitors – as we provide local market teams to work with you side-by-side to ensure you succeed.

GarityAdvantage

This allows us to actively develop targeted lead programs and local market opportunities to help you prospect and sell as well as deliver personalized training, ongoing marketing support and co-op funding to support your specific needs. We also offer the latest tech tools to help manage your business including efficient lead calling tools, an agent dashboard and MedicareCENTER, a virtual quote and enrollment platform. Rounding out our support is a back office team helping you every step of the way with contracting, commissions, enrollments and compliance. Plus, all broker commissions are paid directly to you. You get the whole pie, not just a piece of it! Call us today to learn more or request your contract now.  

GarityAdvantage Agencies
800-234-9488

1 WoodmenLife Benefits are available to members. An individual becomes a member by joining our shared commitment to family, community and country, and by purchasing a product. These benefits are not contractual, are subject to change and have specific eligibility requirements, such as length of membership, number of qualifying members in household and/or qualifying event.

2 A.M. Best again rated WoodmenLife A+ (Superior) for our financial strength and operating performance in 2022. A+ (Superior) is the second-highest rating out of 15 awarded. A.M. Best is an independent rating company nationally recognized for its objective reporting and rating of insurers.

3 Source: ‌htt‌ps‌:/‌/‌ww‌w.‌forbes.‌com/lists/best-insurance-firms/

4 WoodmenLife has entered into a sponsored marketing relationship with Epoq, Inc. (Epoq) to offer document preparation services to WoodmenLife members. Epoq is an independent service provider. WoodmenLife is not affiliated with Epoq and does not administer these document preparation services. WoodmenLife does not provide, is not responsible for, does not assume liability for, and does not guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or results of any service or documents provided by Epoq. WoodmenLife, its employees and representatives are not authorized to give legal advice. Not all services are available in all states.

5 WoodmenLife has entered into sponsored marketing relationships with companies that agree to offer discounts to WoodmenLife members. WoodmenLife is not affiliated with these companies and does not administer these discounts for products or services.

6 $25,000 benefit applies to officially registered non-military First Responders. WoodmenLife Benefits are not contractual, are subject to change and have specific eligibility requirements.

 

Holiday Hours July 4th 2023

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Enrollment Submission Deadlines

July 4th

In observance of Independence Day,
GarityAdvantage Agencies will be closed on Monday, July 3rd and Tuesday, July 4th.

NOTE: Carrier deadlines for enrollments still apply.

Important Notes: All Carrier deadlines for enrollments still apply. Please plan accordingly as any enrollments sent to the enrollment department after 5:00 PM EDT Friday, June 30th, will not be processed until Wednesday, July 5th.

Please use the links below for directions on how to submit your applications to the carriers directly after 5:00 PM EDT Friday, June 30th. 
Direct Carrier Submissions
Online and Telephonic Enrollments

To ensure compliance with CMS enrollment time-frames, you should always submit your enrollments the day they are received. This is especially important now because CMS requirements do not allow additional days for weekends and holidays.

The Enrollment Department will continue to monitor & process all incoming enrollments, to ensure they are submitted to the carriers within their allotted time-frames.

For enrollments that are NOT time-sensitive, our Agent Dashboard and Enrollment Fax lines are open 24 hours to accept your enrollments. We will resume processing again on Wednesday, July 5th.

ENROLLMENT FAX: 781-982-1887
Submit through the Agent Dashboard

Answers to other enrollment questions: Enrollment FAQs

GarityAdvantage Agencies

800-234-9488

 

GTL’s Spring & Summer Bonus Program

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$20 per App

GTL Agent Connection

Bonus

For all Cancer, Short-Term Care and Life Insurance products signed and dated within the qualification period.

  • To receive the $20 per application payout,
    submit GTL’s Cancer, Short-Term Care and Life
    Insurance product applications during the
    qualification period.

  • Policies must also be effective, issued and
    inforce as of August 15, 2023 to qualify.

  • Bonus payments will be calculated and
    distributed no later than September 1, 2023.

Not Contracted? Request a contract here to get started and take advantage of this bonus!

Already contracted? Access GTL’s Agent Portal to quote & submit apps and find supplies, training and other tools! You can also submit your apps on Garity’s Agent Dashboard.

GarityAdvantage Agencies
800-234-9488

Get Contracted through GarityAdvantage

Did you know… GarityAdvantage provides contracted agents with no-cost and co-op lead programs, live and virtual training, personalized marketing collateral, client retention programs, and a knowledgeable team to help you every step of the way.  Be sure to request your contracting today to gain access to these valuable marketing tools – plus all the service and support!

FOR AGENT USE ONLY – Cannot be distributed to the public or used in any consumer solicitation. *Must submit Cancer, Short-Term Care and Life Insurance applications to qualify between 5/1/2023 and 7/31/2023. GTL will pay the per application bonus on qualifying business on applications submitted, signed and dated between May 1, 2023 and July 31, 2023. All applications must be received at the home office no later than 8/10/23 and must be effective, issued, paid and inforce on 8/15/2023 to qualify. Bonus excludes internal replacements. Payouts will be processed no later than September 1, 2023. Guarantee Trust has the exclusive right to change the program rules and payout amounts. Participation is based on meeting production minimums and the agent must be in good standing with GTL and comply with all state insurance rules and regulations. Split cases are not eligible. Business written on self or immediate family members will not count toward qualifying production. Premiums under $15 monthly EFT or $180 annually do not count toward qualifying production. Qualifiers must maintain a minimum persistency on qualifying business.

 

Live Training: Understanding the Impact of the Medicaid Redetermination

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SAVE YOUR SEAT!

Understanding

As the Medicaid redetermination process rolls out, thousands of Medicare-eligible beneficiaries will learn they no longer qualify for Medicaid and face losing their current health coverage.

As a Medicare insurance broker, you need to be prepared to help your clients and prospects navigate this changing landscape. Join GarityAdvantage and your local carrier representatives in CT, ME & NH for an important review of the redetermination process and learn about all the solutions you can provide to ensure coverage continuity for those affected.

Our discussion will include:
  • Understanding the Medicaid redetermination process
  • What’s happening? Who’s affected?
  • How you can assist your affected clients and prospects
  • When does a MAPD fit in the redetermination process?
  • A review of the eligibility requirements for Dual Eligible (DSNP), Low Income Subsidy (LIS), and Medicare Savings Programs (MSPs) beneficiaries
  • Other resources and services available

SAVE YOUR SEAT!

Understanding the Impact of the Medicaid Redetermination

for Medicare-eligible Beneficiaries

Find your date and location here.
REGISTER

Get Contracted through GarityAdvantage

Did you know… GarityAdvantage provides contracted agents with no-cost and co-op lead programs, live and virtual training, personalized marketing collateral, client retention programs, and a knowledgeable team to help you every step of the way.  Be sure to request your contracting today to gain access to these valuable marketing tools – plus all the service and support!

GarityAdvantage Agencies
800-234-9488

 

Webcast: Uncover the SCO Opportunity in Massachusetts

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Market footprint is growing!

Molina

Join us to learn about Senior Whole Health by Molina Healthcare SCO and MAPD Plans! Hosted by Jane Feit, Senior Territory Manager (MA/RI) at GarityAdvantage and presented by Molina Healthcare’s Northeast Regional Sales Director, Michael Cain, and Field Sales Manager, Helen Moreira.

  • SWH by Molina SCO has strong market share and presence in Bristol, Plymouth, Norfolk, and Suffolk

  • Market footprint is growing in Essex, Middlesex, Worcester, and Hampden

  • $1580 annual OTC/Food in total (highest for all SCO’s)

  • $100 paid to broker for each HRA for both SCO and MAPD!

  • MAPD offers $2000 in comprehensive dental, $90 per quarter OTC, $0 cost hearing aids, and more VERY competitive benefits for a HMO MAPD product for MASS

Webcast: Uncover the SCO Opportunity in Massachusetts

Tuesday, May 9th

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM EDT
REGISTER

PRESENTED BY

Jane Feit

Jane Feit

Senior Territory Manager
GarityAdvantage Agencies

Michael Cain

Michael Cain

Northeast Regional Sales Director

Molina Healthcare

Helen Moreira

Helen Moreira

Field Sales Manager

Molina Healthcare

Questions? Contact your sales team.

Jane Feit

Territory Manager, MA/RI
phone

800-234-9488
email

Email Jane

Taylor Burt

Sales Support Specialist
phone

800-234-9488
email

Email Taylor

Get Contracted through GarityAdvantage

Did you know… GarityAdvantage provides contracted agents with no-cost and co-op lead programs, live and virtual training, personalized marketing collateral, client retention programs, and a knowledgeable team to help you every step of the way.  Be sure to request your contracting today to gain access to these valuable marketing tools – plus all the service and support 

GarityAdvantage Agencies
800-234-9488

 

Good Friday Office Hours: April 7th CLOSED

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Important Submission Details

Holiday Hours

GarityAdvantage Holiday Office Hours

Friday, April 7th – CLOSED

Enrollment Processing Over Good Friday

NOTE: Carrier deadlines for enrollments still apply.

Please plan accordingly as any enrollments sent to the enrollment department after 5:00 PM (EDT) Thursday, April 6th, will not be processed until Monday, April 10th.

To ensure compliance with CMS enrollment time-frames, you should always submit your enrollments the day they are received. This requirement becomes especially important now because CMS requirements Do Not allow additional days for weekends and holidays.

Please use the links below for directions on how to submit your applications to the carriers directly after 5:00 PM EDT Thursday, April 10th.
Direct Carrier Submissions
Online and Telephonic Enrollments

For enrollments that are NOT time-sensitive, our Agent Dashboard and Enrollment Fax lines are open 24 hours to accept your enrollments. We will resume processing again on Monday, April 18th.

ENROLLMENT FAX: 781-982-1887
Submit Through the Agent Dashboard

Answers to other enrollment questions: Enrollment FAQs

GarityAdvantage Agencies

800-234-9488

 

Live Training: Partnering with Providers to Maximize Medicare Referrals

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SAVE YOUR SEAT!

Partnering with Providers

Learn how to present your value to physician groups to drive a steady stream of prospects to your Medicare pipeline all year long.

This hands-on training will give you a dynamic set of tools and resources to present to local doctor’s offices. You’ll learn how to confidently approach doctors and office staff, attract their interest, and deliver a wealth of value including a binder full of Medicare information they can use to support their aging patient population and keep you top of mind with the provider team. 

Learn How To:
  • Make your pitch as a local Medicare expert
  • Build a binder of information to keep your engagement going month-after-month
  • Leverage in-office signage and Medicare information handouts (provided by Garity) with your contact information to drive patient leads back to you
  • Offer weekly office hours, Medicare information meetings & one-on-one appointments
  • Develop strategies to keep yourself top of mind when their patients need Medicare help

SAVE YOUR SEAT!

Partnering with Providers to Maximize Medicare Referrals

Wedneday, April 26th
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST

Davinci’s Eatery
150 Mill Street Lewiston, ME 04240
REGISTER

Your Hosts & Presenters
Susan Young

Susan Young

Senior Territory Manager

GarityAdvantage
Victoria Bailey

Victoria Bailey

National VP of Sales
GarityAdvantage
Bob Stocker

Bob Stocker

Broker Relationship Manager, Humana
Jared Chute

Jared Chute

Senior Manager

Humana

Get Contracted through GarityAdvantage

Did you know… GarityAdvantage provides contracted agents with no-cost and co-op lead programs, live and virtual training, personalized marketing collateral, client retention programs, and a knowledgeable team to help you every step of the way.  Be sure to request your contracting today to gain access to these valuable marketing tools – plus all the service and support!

GarityAdvantage Agencies
800-234-9488

 

Books ‘n Beer with Anthem

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4 events throughout March

Anthem

Join Anthem & GarityAdvantage for an information-packed afternoon designed to help you super charge your year-round selling strategy AND earn 2 CE credits.

Sharpen your DSNP and T65 selling skills and stick around after the training and enjoy a complimentary Happy Hour with your peers.

Topics:

Dual Eligible Overview (1Hr CE):

The objective of this course is to provide participants with an understanding other dual eligible market, the cost of care for these individuals and the forthcoming changes in the marketplace to prove care to the dual eligibles. By attending this course, agents will gain insightful information about the dual eligibles. Training will provide participants with increased knowledge of the dual eligibles and the ability to accurately explain this market, therefore enhancing the customer experience.

Turning 65: Medicare Advantage vs. Medicare Supplement (1Hr CE)

The primary goal of Turning 65: Medicare Advantage vs. Medicare Supplement is to ensure that all associates understand the concerns and struggles seniors have when trying to make a decision upon aging into Medicare. This course will also provide an understanding of the difference between a Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plan.

Join us on the date & location most convenient to you:

Wednesday, March 8th

CE Classes from 3PM – 5PM

Happy Hour from 5PM – 6:30 PM

Bull & Bones

1470 S Main Street

Blacksburg, VA 24060
RSVP Now!

Thursday, March 9th

CE Classes from 3PM – 5PM

Happy Hour from 5PM – 6:30 PM

Holiday Inn Staunton

152 Fairway Lane

Staunton, VA 24401 
RSVP Now!

Tuesday, March 21st

CE Classes from 3PM – 5PM

Happy Hour from 5PM – 6:30 PM

Hilton Garden Inn

4050 Cox Road

Glen Allen, VA 23060
RSVP Now!

Thursday, March 23rd

CE Classes from 3PM – 5PM

Happy Hour from 5PM – 6:30 PM

Hilton Garden Inn
15001 Washington Street

Haymarket, VA 20169
RSVP Now!

HOSTED BY

Theresa Gontarek

Theresa Gontarek
(all dates)

National Director of Sales
GarityAdvantage

Rich Lowery

Rich Lowery

(March 8th)

Regional Sales Manager
Anthem

Harvey Chambers

Harvey Chambers

(March 21st)

Regional Sales Manager
Anthem

Kathy Lee

Kathy Lee

(March 9th & 23rd)

Regional Sales Manager
Anthem

If you are unable to attend, but curious about adding Medicare to your practice or currently selling Medicare but seek better service from your upline, contact Theresa by phone, email or request a call here.

Questions? Contact your sales team.

Theresa Gontarek

National Director of Sales
phone

800-234-9488
email

Email Theresa

Maggie Pollard

Sales Support Specialist
phone

800-234-9488
email

Email Maggie

Who is GarityAdvantage?

GarityAdvantage is a National Marketing Organization (NMO) for the top local, regional and national Medicare carriers. We approach our role with brokers a bit differently than our competitors – as we provide local market teams to work with you side-by-side to ensure you succeed.

GarityAdvantage

This allows us to actively develop targeted lead programs and local market opportunities to help you prospect and sell as well as deliver personalized training, ongoing marketing support and co-op funding to support your specific needs. We also offer the latest tech tools to help manage your business including efficient lead calling tools, an agent dashboard and MedicareCENTER, a virtual quote and enrollment platform. Rounding out our support is a back office team helping you every step of the way with contracting, commissions, enrollments and compliance. Plus, all broker commissions are paid directly to you. You get the whole pie, not just a piece of it! Call us today to learn more or request your contract now.  

GarityAdvantage Agencies
800-234-9488

 

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