Are you a grateful person? Thankful for the good things, big and small, in your life?

In the hustle of to-do lists and work deadlines, sometimes it’s (too) easy to block out the details of the day, forgetting that each and every day holds precious gifts. From the air we breathe to the friendships we hold close, there is always something to be thankful for.

With the season of thanksgiving upon us, here are 15 quotes to inspire a life of gratitude.

Over the last decade, Medicare Advantage, the private plan alternative to traditional Medicare, has taken on a larger role in the Medicare program. In 2020, more than 24 million Medicare beneficiaries are enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan. This brief provides an overview of the Medicare Advantage plans that are available for 2021 and key trends over time. Learn more

The Trump administration announced it will cover a vaccine for COVID-19 at no cost to Medicare beneficiaries when it gets approved.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released an interim rule on Wednesday that aims to remove regulatory barriers for seniors to get the vaccine, which is expected to be approved by early next year. Read more

The annual cost-of-living adjustment was set at 1.3% earlier this week; lawmakers say more is needed due to COVID-related costs. Read more

Don’t let social distancing get in the way of your insurance sales! If you’re trying to foster trust with prospects, we’ve got six tips for building rapport over the phone or online, fast. See tips

MCC has many Wal-Mart stores either still available or newly added to the list. If you are interested in one of the stores on the list, or would like more information, please contact Melissa at (800) 783-5642 ext 1116 or email her. Please note, you must be contracted with at least 2 Medicare Advantage carriers through MCC Brokerage to be included in the retail program.

See available stores as of 11/2/2020 (.xlsx Download File)

New Medicare AND Life Carriers!!

The Trump administration is expecting Medicare Advantage (MA) and Part D payments to rise by 2.82% in 2022 after taking into account several regulatory changes, according to an advanced rate notice. Read more

WellCare is ending their Essentials and Dividend (NOT Dividend Prime) plans. Please note: agents DO NOT need to rewrite members on these plans to the new plan. Members will be croswalked to the new plan. Essential members will be placed on the Elite plan; Dividend members will be placed on the Dividend Prime plan.

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"As we enter flu season, it's more important than ever to reduce the spread of viruses like the flu. The best way to #FightFlu is by getting the flu shot.

Don’t forget — the flu shot is covered for people with Medicare: https://go.cms.gov/31i8F7q"**

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MCC has a vast portfolio of carriers for products to cover most of your clients needs. With everything from Life Insurance products to Ancillary coverage, we have you covered!

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