Opportunity

Tricia Koteras, CLU Joins GarityAdvantage

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Medicare Insurance Veteran to Expand and Strengthen Broker Recruitment

GarityAdvantage

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Tricia Koteras, CLU Joins GarityAdvantage as Regional Territory Manager for Western States

Medicare Insurance Veteran to Expand and Strengthen Broker Recruitment and Development Activities in the West.

Los Angeles, CA, December 22, 2020 – National Marketing Organization GarityAdvantage Agencies announces and welcomes Tricia Koteras, CLU as Regional Territory Manager for western states.  Ms. Koteras will be responsible for expanding Garity’s unique hands-on broker service model to independent insurance agents/agencies focused on Medicare across the West.


Tricia Koteras, CLU

With well over a decade of sales agent development, support and service experience for several regional and national Medicare carriers such as UHC, Humana, SCAN and Molina Healthcare, Koteras is uniquely positioned to provide independent insurance agents/agencies in the region with the product insight and market knowledge they will need to be successful in the senior marketplace. Koteras said, “Joining the Garity team is an exciting opportunity for me. After devoting years to the carrier side of the business, it is exciting to work for an NMO with a real dedication to their agents in the field.  Their blend of training, technology, marketing and overall agent support has been driving tremendous growth for GarityAdvantage and providing a clear path to Medicare success for the producers they serve.  I am looking forward to bringing that level of service to brokers across the West.”

GarityAdvantage represents major carriers in the Medicare Advantage market including Aetna, Anthem, Humana, Cigna, UHC and WellCare.  Koteras will be charged with recruiting, training and supporting motivated agents/agencies to contract with the carriers GarityAdvantage represents to help them drive their senior market sales.

This important team expansion solidifies GarityAdvantage’s commitment to expanding their team of independent brokers operating throughout the western region. GarityAdvantage President Brian Garity expressed confidence that Koteras is ready to take on this challenging role, saying: “The hiring of Tricia corresponds with our company’s business growth strategy to deliver Medicare expertise through a high-touch, local service model to producers in key markets in the West. Bringing aboard an experienced industry veteran like Tricia to lead the charge sends a clear message to agents in the region that we are here to help you succeed.”

About GarityAdvantage Agencies

GarityAdvantage Agencies is a national field marketing organization (NMO) specializing in the senior market. They work with over 2,500 independent insurance brokers across the country to distribute a broad portfolio of Medicare and senior products from top carriers combining a diverse menu of innovative sales and marketing tools, virtual selling technologies, attractive lead programs, co-op marketing, virtual and face to face training, and a wealth of high touch support services all designed to help their brokers succeed.

For more information, please contact:

Tricia Koteras, CLU

GarityAdvantage Agencies

(562) 704-9311 PST

tkoteras@garityadvantage.com

GarityAdvantage Agencies
800-234-9488

Thinking about selling Medicare? [Webcast]

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Are you thinking about selling Medicare or know someone who is?

Webcast

Research shows that 80 million people will become Medicare-eligible over the next 20 years, making Medicare one of the fastest growing markets for enterprising agents.

Whether you’re a seasoned life/health or P&C broker tired of fielding Medicare questions from your existing clients with no reward, a financial planner feeling like you’re only telling half the story to your retiring clients or a hungry new agent looking for a product line that pays top dollar commissions year after year, the Medicare market is proven for growth and open to sales professionals of all backgrounds

Webcast: 
Making the Move to Medicare
Hosted by Victoria Bailey, Director of Training
Tuesday, February 9th | 11AM – 12PM
RSVP NOW
Join us for this insightful 1-hour webinar designed to help you get up to speed on the Medicare opportunity including:

  • Understanding the A,B,C,D’s of Medicare
  • How to build a $100,000 renewable income stream in 4 years or less
  • What it takes to get ready to sell
  • How to leverage your existing client base as a goldmine for Medicare referrals
  • Finding the best ways to integrate Medicare products into your portfolio
  • How GarityAdvantage supports your path to success with leads, training, technology and more!
With 11,000 Baby Boomers turning 65 every day for at least another decade, it’s apparent that the Medicare market will continue its tremendous growth for the foreseeable future. There is no time like the present to get involved! Tune in and find out how to get started.

Questions?

Contact a Sales Support Specialist
GarityAdvantage Agencies
800-234-9488


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Reel in Full CMS Commissions

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Gain your independence today!

Full CMS

Do you want to grow your Medicare insurance business?

Make sure you’re receiving the maximum comp on every sale!

If you’re not getting paid $539 on new cases or $270 on renewals
on your Medicare Advantage sales, you’re giving up income that belongs in YOUR pocket. Let us help you work independently and grow your Medicare business!

View CMS Agent Broker Compensation page for a full state-by-state/carrier-by-carrier list

Partner with GarityAdvantage Agencies, the top National Medicare Marketing Organization in the Northeast, to get unparalleled support such as:

GarityAdvantage

Jump in now and give yourself a raise or look back next year at the money you didn’t bring in. With our brand of excellent back office support, you’ll be selling in no time!

Ready to get started? Request a contract today!

Interested, but have some questions? Request a one-on-one appointment with your Territory Manager.

Get Contracted
Request a Call

GarityAdvantage Agencies
800-234-9488

Who is GarityAdvantage?

GarityAdvantage is a National Marketing Organization (NMO) for the top local, regional and national Medicare carriers. We are the only NMO physically located here in New England.


GarityAdvantage

We support our brokers with personalized training, unlimited co-op marketing dollars, no-cost leads during AEP, cutting edge enrollment technology and exceptional support throughout the year. Plus, all broker commissions are paid directly to you. You get the whole pie, not just a piece of it!

 

ConnectiCare Webcast January 6th

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Save your spot

CPCT 2021

Join ConnectiCare’s Broker Managers Serena Bucchi and James Lopez for an introduction to ConnectiCare including:
  • Market Highlights
  • Plan Highlights
  • ConnectiCare Selling Points
  • Tips for OEP

Why ConnectiCare?
ConnectiCare knows the needs of the Medicare community here in Connecticut. And people in Connecticut know ConnectiCare!  As one of the only family plans built and managed exclusively for the state of CT, offering ConnectiCare to your clients is easy – as they probably have a friend or family member already on the plan.  Plus, they offer a great portfolio of plans for most every situation your clients need.

Register Today!

Wednesday, January 6th , 10AM – 11AM
Register

Not yet contracted?
Request your ConnectiCare contract.
Reach out to your CT Sales Team if you have any questions:

Jeanette Natale
Territory Manager, CT
800-234-9488
Email

Cassandra Lamb
Sales Support Specialist
800-234-9488
Email

 

Get the Lowest Cost/Full Commission Med Supp in MA

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Have you been feeling BLUE about selling Med Supp in Massachusetts?

Introducing Health New England
Medicare Supplement

Now you can offer a low-cost, fully commissionable plan to your Massachusetts clients!

GarityAdvantage is pleased to offer brokers across the Commonwealth the opportunity to sell Health New England’s Medicare Supplement plans—featuring the lowest cost, fully commissionable plan in the state (in both 2020 and 2021).

Check out these rates:


Tired of competing with other low cost/non-commissionable plans?  Let HNE help you compete with a low cost/full commission Med Supp!
Request Your Contract Today

Want more info? Request it here or contact your Garity sales team below.

Jane Feit
Territory Manager, MA/RI
800-234-9488
Email

Emily Pietrasik
Sales Support Specialist
800-234-9488
Email

 

News: CPCT Partners with UCONN Health

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Big news for CT Brokers!

CPCT 2021

Announcing CPCT’s NEW partnership with UConn Health!

As you know, CarePartners of Connecticut has offered Medicare Advantage plans in your area since 2019. You may have Medicare beneficiaries that inquire about their program and ask you to share your insights.

We’re excited to announce their NEW partnership with UConn Health as of November 16th, 2020. The partnership with UConn Health will provide much needed access for current & future members. If you have clients that use UConn Health physicians, we invite you to verify on the directory linked below or contact CPCT’s Broker Support department to verify their PAR status.
CarePartners Provider Search

As the fastest growing HMO in Connecticut, created by two leading New England organizations—Hartford HealthCare, Connecticut’s most extensive health care provider, and Tufts Health Plan, a Massachusetts based plan nationally recognized for excellence—CarePartners of Connecticut has decades of experience in providing both high quality care and award-winning health care coverage.

CarePartners of Connecticut continues to offer a differentiated experience with their:
  • $0 PCP Copays on all plans
  • $0 Medical Deductible on all HMO Plans
  • Custom Formulary with $0 Tier 1 & Tier 2 drug coverage at Preferred Pharmacies
  • Robust Supplemental Benefits; including our $1,500 Dental Benefit on their Preferred Plan
  • And of course, a full integrated care model that makes their plan the perfect fit for HHC Patients

Not Contracted? Get contracted today to start offering your clients this great new option!
Request a CPCT Contract

If you would like information about the UConn Health network addition, please contact us.

Jeanette Natale
Territory Manager, CT
800-234-9488
Email

Cassandra Lamb
Sales Support Specialist
800-234-9488
Email

 

BCBSRI: Enhanced Value of Blue Guarantee

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Download the client facing flyer

Blue Guarantee

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) has enhanced their

Value of Blue Guarantee

Give your clients the peace of mind knowing they can get the coverage they need… when they need it.  With the Value of Blue Guarantee, your clients can opt for a one-time change from their Medicare Advantage plan to an open Plan 65 Supplement plan in a future election period with no lapse in coverage.

For you, the broker, this Guarantee provides an opportunity to gain some new clients or even look at your existing book and provide them with significant savings.  PLUS, Transitioning your Medicare Supplement clients to Medicare Advantage also presents an opportunity for increased commission on these clients.

Think of some of your Medicare Supplement clients paying for Supp, PDP and Dental premiums. Imagine them transitioning to one of BCBSRIs Medicare Advantage plans, giving them immediate savings in premium while providing access to embedded Rx, dental, OTC, gym, wellness reimbursements and more! Then, down the road if they need a Medicare Supplement, they can enroll in BCBSRIs Plan 65 at the base rate, no medical underwriting questions asked!

There are two unique ways to leverage The Value of Blue Guarantee (See below or download their
new informational flyer that can be shared with members and prospects).

Scenario 1

Scenario 1

When you’re first eligible for Medicare:

  • Choose BCBSRI when you’re first eligible for Medicare coverage (effective October 1, 2013, or later), AND
  • Remain a BCBSRI Medicare Advantage member with no lapses in coverage since joining BCBSRI.

You gain exclusive access to a one-time opportunity to change from a Medicare Advantage plan to an open Plan 65 Supplement plan in a future election period.
Download the Flyer

Scenario 1

Scenario 2

When you join BCBSRI from a non-BCBSRI Supplement plan:

Your clients can choose a BCBSRI Medicare Advantage plan and qualify for a one-time exception to elect an open BCBSRI Plan65 Supplement plan in the future during the election periods listed above.

To qualify for a change to an open BCBSRI Plan65 Supplement plan:

  • You must remain a BCBSRI Medicare Advantage member for at least two years, AND
  • Remain a BCBSRI Medicare Advantage member with no lapses in coverage since joining BCBSRI
Download the Flyer

These elections can be made during Valid election periods:

Annual Election Period (AEP): October 15 – December 7

Open Enrollment Period (OEP): January 1 – March 31

Not yet contracted with BCBCRI? Contact your Rhode Island Sales Team if you would like more information or get started here.
Request a Contract

Jane Feit
Territory Manager, MA/RI
800-234-9488
Email

Christina Comerford
Sales Support Specialist
800-234-9488
Email

 

Add Lasso’s Medicare MSA plan this AEP – WEBCAST

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So many reasons to contract and certify with Lasso Healthcare MSA.

Lasso

What is Lasso Healthcare’s Medical Savings Account?

It is a high deductible Medicare Advantage plan PLUS
a special Medical Savings Account.  It combines the value of an MA plan―including $0 premium, no network, no referrals―with the awesome saving power of a Medical Savings Account to give members money and control of their own care.

So many reasons to contract and certify with Lasso Healthcare MSA.

Request yours today.
GET CONTRACTED

Want to Learn More?

Join Victoria Bailey, GarityAdvantage’s National Director of Training and Director for Mid-Atlantic Region, as she drills down deep into Lasso Healthcare’s MSA to help you understand:

  • How it works
  • Who will buy it
  • When to offer it
  • Why MSA now.


Learn More

Mid-Atlantic Markets:

Tuesday, October 6th
11AM – 12PM
REGISTER

National Training:

Thursday, October 8th
11AM – 12PM
REGISTER

Contact your Garity Sales Team if you have any questions.

GarityAdvantage Agencies
800-234-9488
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ConnectiCare is Here!

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Request your contract for AEP

ConnectiCare

GarityAdvantage is pleased to offer ConnectiCare Medicare Advantage plans to our brokers across the state of Connecticut.  There is still time to contract through Garity in time for AEP.

REQUEST YOUR CONTRACT

Why ConnectiCare?

ConnectiCare knows the needs of the Medicare community here in Connecticut . And people in Connecticut know ConnectiCare!  As one of the only family of plans built and managed exclusively for the state of CT, offering ConnectiCare to your clients is easy – as they probably have a friend or family member already on the plan.  Plus, they offer a great portfolio of plans for most every situation your clients need.

ConnectiCare

GarityAdvantage

Why GarityAdvantage?

GarityAdvantage is the largest National Marketing Organization in New England and the only one to offer a local CT presence through our offices and exceptional team based in North Haven.  We pride ourselves on providing the service and support our brokers need to be successful in this highly competitive market including:

Broker Support Center in North Haven, CT

Year Round
Training

Access to
Top Carriers

Online Quote
& Enrollment Platform

Online
Agent Dashboard

Marketing
Collateral & Co-op

Why now?

With AEP almost here, now is the time to contract and certify with ConnectiCare (or move your existing direct contract to GarityAdvantage). Beyond all the services and support you will receive as a Garity broker, we’ve also added ConnectiCare to our online quote and enrollment tool Medicare Select-a-Plan
—providing you with a complete one-stop-shop virtual selling experience to compare all Medicare carriers in the state and enroll your ConnectiCare clients in a few simple steps.

Why Now

REQUEST YOUR CONTRACT

Contact your CT Sales Team for more information!

Jeanette Natale
Territory Manager, CT
800-234-9488
Email

Cassandra Lamb
Sales Support Specialist
800-234-9488
Email

 

Introducing Health New England

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HNE has one of the lowest cost Medicare Supplement plans across the entire state

Health New England

GarityAdvantage is pleased to offer brokers across New England the opportunity to sell one of the top Medicare Advantage plans in Western Massachusetts AND one of the lowest cost Medicare Supplement plans in the state.

CONTRACT NOW 
for Health New England (HNE) and be ready for AEP.

HNE is part of Baystate Health–one of the largest providers in Western Mass.  HNE’s Medicare Advantage coverage extends throughout Berkshire, Franklin, Hampden and Hampshire counties and features seven competitive plans for 2021.  In addition, HNE offers one of the most price competitive Med Supps and is available statewide.  Combined, their plans provide more opportunity for your Massachusetts Medicare-eligible clients. Request your contract!

WANT TO LEARN MORE?

Get to know Health New England and the exceptional MA and MS plans they offer.  Please join us for an exclusive webinar hosted by Jane Feit, MA/RI Territory Manager for GarityAdvantage and presented by Sarah Fernandes the Medicare Sales Manager at Health New England.

Tuesday, September 22nd
10AM – 11AM
REGISTER

Thursday, September 24th
10AM – 11AM
REGISTER

Contact your Territory Manager for more information about this exciting new option for your portfolio:

Jane Feit
Territory Manager, MA/RI
800-234-9488
Email

Jeanette Natale
Territory Manager, CT
800-234-9488
Email

 

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