How Do Individuals Qualify for Medicaid?

How Do Individuals Qualify for Medicaid?

How Do Individuals Qualify for Medicaid?
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A common question I am asked from agents is what is how do individuals qualify for Medicaid?  Medicaid provides coverage to millions of Americans including eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults, and people with disabilities. Medicaid is administered by states, according to the federal prerequisites. Also, Medicaid is funded jointly by states and the federal government.

How to Qualify for Medicaid

    There are several ways to apply for Medicaid.

    1. Contact your state Medicaid You must be a resident of the state where you are applying for benefits.
    2. Fill out an application through the Health Insurance Marketplace.
    3. Check to see if you are eligible for Medicaid, check with your state’s Medicaid office to see if you are or your family members are eligible for benefits. It can depend on at least one or a combination of Age, Income Level if you are pregnant or have a disability.

    What does Medicaid cover

      This is a standard outline for some of the mandatory coverage that comes with Medicaid Benefits:

      • Inpatient hospital services
      • Outpatient hospital services
      • EPSDT: Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment Services
      • Nursing Facility Services
      • Home health services

      Here at Pinnacle can help train you on the Medicaid product/demographics. We have the tools and resources that can help you quote and enroll clients that fit the mold of the Medicaid plan. Our Connect4Medicare platform is a one-stop-shop for quoting and enrolling clients online. With our resources, we can have you quoting and enrolling clients in no time! That includes Medicaid clients, we can show you the resources for checking their eligibility as well as how to quote and understand the in’s and out of the Medicaid plans in your area.  

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      Prosperity Life Final Expense

      Prosperity Life Final Expense

      Prosperity Life Final Expense
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      Prosperity Life offers a series of whole life products best suited for the senior market. These are simplified issue final expense plans that are offered in three rate classes: Level, Graded, and Modified. The plans are available for ages 50-80 with face amounts ranging from as little as $1,500 to a maximum of $35,000. This blog will discuss the key product and underwriting features. 

      New Vista Product Features

      Prosperity Life’s simplified issue final expense plan is called the ‘New Vista’ series and is available in most states except for Connecticut, Montana, North Dakota, New Hampshire, New York, and South Dakota. The New Vista plans offer immediate death benefit (Level), Graded Death Benefit (Year 1: 30% of Death Benefit, Year 2: 70% of Death Benefit), and lastly a Modified Death Benefit (Year 1: 110% Return of Premium, Year 2: 231% Return of Premium).

      The plan also offers an accelerated death benefit rider for no cost as well as an accidental death benefit rider for an extra cost. Premiums are level throughout the life of the policy with a guaranteed death benefit through age 121. 

      Application Options

      Prosperity Life offers multiple application options including paper applications, e-apps, and a new voice app that agents can use for clients to sign. This is a great option for those clients that have issues completing an e-app on a computer.

      Underwriting decisions will be based on answers to the application health questions, MIB, and prescription drug checks. Applicants must also fall between specific height and weight guidelines to qualify. The policy may be applied for at the point of sale by calling Apptical. This way the agent and client can complete the sale in one appointment. 

      Product Advantages

      Prosperity Life’s New Vista final expense plan has a few great advantages compared to other carriers/products.

      The first advantage is that this product allows telephone sales and phone signatures. Very few carriers allow this type of signature option so it’s a great feature to have for clients that have difficulty using computers.

      The second advantage is that this product allows multiple payment forms. Clients can pay using EFT from a checking/savings account or they can pay using a DirectExpress Mastercard. This payment method allows clients to pay using their social security.

      The third advantage is that this product pays the same commissions regardless of the plan that your client qualifies for. The Level, Graded and Modified plans all pay the same commissions.

      This is one of the only companies that have a unique commission structure like this, so certainly take advantage of getting contracted and appointed to sell this product. 

      Are you Selling Final Expense?

      Many agents who have added final expense to their portfolios have increased their sales and income by as much as 40%. Pinnacle Financial Services has all of the tools and resources needed to get agents setup to sell final expense from start to finish. Give us a call today to setup an appointment with one of our marketing specialists. 

      For more information, contact a Pinnacle Financial Services representative today

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      E&O Insurance

      E&O Insurance

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      What is E&O Insurance?  Also known as Errors and omissions insurance, E&O insurance helps cover you against lawsuits claiming you made mistakes in professional services. Coverages can include protection against inaccurate advice, misrepresentation, negligence, and more. It helps cover the cost of attorney fees, court costs, and more. It’s a must-have in the senior market along with most carriers requiring you to have it in order to contract. Pinnacle Financial Services partners with CalSurance to offer a discount to all Pinnacle agents.

      How do I get E&O Insurance?

      Pinnacle Financial Services makes it easy to obtain E&O insurance.  We offer it on our services tab along with many other discounts such as CE Credits.  Depending on what products a licensed agent is selling, the level of coverage may need to be increased.  CalSurance offers one million over one million at only $400.  Speak to one of our directors of sales today to find out what level you will need.

      When do I need to get E&O Insurance?

      The best time to get E&O Insurance is when you contract.  Sending this over to the carriers during the process will quicken the time it takes to get you set up. 

      AEP will be here before you know it.  Now is the time to become a licensed agent to sell senior market products such as Medicare advantage along with others. 

      Reach out today to find out about all the carriers we offer at Pinnacle Financial Services. 1 (800) 772-6881 x7731 | sales@pfsinsurance.com

      For more information, contact a Pinnacle Financial Services representative today

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      Nationwide Peak 10 Annuity

      Nationwide Peak 10 Annuity

      Nationwide Peak 10 Annuity
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      There are many options when it comes to Index annuities. It would seem that most “name” brand companies have not really had products in this space. Well, welcome the Nationwide Peak 10 annuity. This is not Nationwide’s first foray into the index annuity space.  This time upon review of the product this Nationwide incorporates more benefits and in my mind more suitable index crediting options, than their previously introduced products. 

      The Nationwide peak 10 has all of the crediting strategies that you would come to expect from an index annuity but they also have some new exclusive indexes with Alliance Bernstein, as well as J.P. Morgan. These new exclusive indexes allow for more consistent returns, as well as more “passive” outperformance of the market. This all comes from a carrier that has some of the highest ratings from the independent rating services that you can receive.

      In addition to some exclusive index options, the Nationwide Peak 10 also has a guaranteed income rider that does not have a charge, as well as a very competitive charge income rider. In addition to these benefits, the Nationwide Peak 10 has a competitive immediate income option as well as a joint income option that provides for two lives, which can be a very important financial planning tool to protect for two individuals without a reduction in the income. When considering an Index annuity the Nationwide Peak 10 has to be considered, because of the name brand, the new indexing strategies, and the income options. As with any index annuity considering the overall nature of your financial picture should be considered and assessed when making the decision if this option is right for the client. In addition to all of the benefits to the client that the Nationwide Peak 10 offers, they are also running an agent incentive for production that is easily obtained and provides nice benefits to the agents.

      When considering financial planning solutions, and the incorporation of annuities as a solution that can provide guaranteed lifetime income, that is of the utmost importance today, contact the specialists at Pinnacle Financial Services, to discuss the Nationwide Peak 10, and the multitude of other options that can really assist you and your clients needs long term.

      For more information, contact a Pinnacle Financial Services representative today

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      Cash Value Life Insurance

      Cash Value Life Insurance

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      What is Cash Value Life Insurance?

      To answer that question, first, we must understand what a Cash Value Life Insurance policy is. Universal life insurance is a permanent type of cash value life insurance policy with an investment savings element and low premiums. These types of policies are usually a flexible premium, but some can be a single or fixed premium. They also come in a lot of different models, from fixed-rate to variable to equity-indexed accounts. Index Universal Life also has tax-deferred cash growth for retirement all while maintaining a death benefit.

      How Do IUL’s Work?

      First, the customer will pay a premium, and it can be a Minimum, Target, Maximum or Specified premium. This premium pays for part of the annual renewable term insurance based on the life of the customer. If there are any other fees, they will be paid, and the remainder is added to the cash value portion of the policy. The cash value part of the policy is based on the increases in an equity index (but it is not directly invested in the market). You can select one, or multiple indexes, and even a guaranteed minimum fixed interest rate.

      Are Cash Value Life Insurance Policies Safe?

      Yes! If the market goes up, you will receive the gains either monthly or annually based on a participation rate or cap.  If the market goes down, you will not lose any of your cash value accumulation. As the cash value grows, the customer may borrow from the policy without affecting the guaranteed death benefit. Distributions are tax-free versus tax-deferred in other vehicles, but taxes would be owed on any excess cash value that is withdrawn from the policy. At the death of the customer, any unpaid loans will be taken from the death benefit if it’s not repaid. 

      Why Do You Use These Types of Policies?

      IUL’s are long-term types of policies.  When you are saving money using an IUL, you shouldn’t take any money from it for at least 10 years. They are good for customers who can’t save money on their own and don’t have the option of getting a 401k or IRA.  Other reasons, besides retirement planning, to use this type of policy would be for college planning, key person for business owners, or estate planning. 

      Contact one of our knowledgeable Life Sales Directors here at Pinnacle Financial today for help with a cash value life policy.  We can run an illustration for you and get everything you need to sell these types of policies. 

      Check Out A Webinar About A New Cash Value Policy From A Trusted Company!

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      Seminar in a Box Program

      Seminar in a Box Program

      Seminar in a Box Program
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      Seminar Selling is Back – Take Your Production to the Next Level with the Seminar in a Box Program from Pinnacle Financial Services.

      As we see things opening back up from COVID-19, people are anxious to get out of the house. People are still recovering from the Stock Market Crash of 2020 and looking for sound advice.

      PFS offers a seminar-in-a -Box program for Retirement Planning! Sell Life, Annuity, LTC, and Medicare. Be the Go-To for all your client’s needs!

      Click here for a webinar on planning an event: Retirement Seminar-in-a-Box

      Topics Include The Cost of Healthcare in Retirement, The Cost of LTC, Social Security Maximization, and Much More!

      Most Americans drastically underestimate their healthcare costs in Retirement – click here for NY Times article on a BAD FINANCIAL PLAN – Tim Bowers, Bank Robber… – A Financial Plan That Comes With Mugshots

      Click here for a webinar on the Presentation: Plan for Healthcare Costs in Retirement

      Have the experts from our ‘Retirement Institute’ do the presentation for/with you (for FREE!), or learn how you can easily set up and run your own seminar 

      Turnkey Seminar Programs Including:

      • Mailer Options
      • Location Ideas
      • Overall Costs and ROI
      • Pre-done Presentations
      • Technology Needed
      • Social Media Marketing

      Detailed reports and client presentation tools designed to help you convert LIFE, ANNUITY, LTC, & MEDICARE sales provided for FREE!

      Need an immediate quote-  Call or email us today at 800-772-6881 x-3302 or Annuity@pfsinsurance.com

      Annuity Quoting Tool – Annuity Rate watch  
      Every agent contracted at PFS will have access to www.annuityratewatch.com for free. This software will allow you to quote nearly every fixed and fixed indexed annuity out there. Quote MYGAs, FIAs, and even Lifetime Income rider comparisons. Click here for a tutorial

      PFS has many other ways to Find New Clients!

      Pre-set appointments for Life & Annuity Sales Lead Programs with Guaranteed Results, CRM, Ongoing Training & Coaching Exclusive Per-Piece Leads and Direct Mail Campaigns Turnkey Seminar/Webinar Selling Systems Detailed client presentation tools and reporting geared for converting prospects into clients!

      Marketing / Lead Co-op Available!

      (Co-ops are on an individual basis and based on production)

      Are you new to Annuity Sales?

      If you are just getting started with Annuities or are just learning about them, click here for more info. Training is provided on products, fact-finding, selling concepts, etc.

      New to Pinnacle?

      We would love the opportunity to earn your business! Click here for contracting Info

      For more information, contact a Pinnacle Financial Services representative today

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