EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 19 MIN
EP1 The Great Medicare Advantage Shakeout - What Agents Need to Know
from The Insurance Producers Guild · host Lucas Vandenberg
In Episode 1, we break down the major shifts reshaping Medicare Advantage in 2026, including slower overall enrollment growth, carrier pullbacks, benefit erosion, and the continued rise of Special Needs Plans. We explore why millions of beneficiaries were forced to shop for new coverage, how value changes are driving enrollment wins and losses, and what CMS’s near-flat 2027 rate proposal could mean for plan design, carrier stability, and agent strategy heading into the next selling season. The Insurance Producers Guild Podcast delivers intelligence for insurance agents looking to stay ahead of industry trends.Follow the show and connect with PSM Brokerage to access tools, training, and support designed to help you grow your business.Learn more: https://www.psmbrokerage.com
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In Episode 1, we break down the major shifts reshaping Medicare Advantage in 2026, including slower overall enrollment growth, carrier pullbacks, benefit erosion, and the continued rise of Special Needs Plans. We explore why millions of beneficiaries were forced to shop for new coverage, how value changes are driving enrollment wins and losses, and what CMS’s near-flat 2027 rate proposal could mean for plan design, carrier stability, and agent strategy heading into the next selling seas...
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