What does a Medicare agent or broker do? How do they get paid? Where do you find a trustworthy one? Here’s what you need to know.

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Medicare agents represent specific insurance companies, assisting with plan selection and providing customer service post-enrollment. Medicare brokers represent the customer and offer a broader range ...

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2025 was an important year for Medicare Advantage (MA) plans that pay state-licensed agents and brokers to market their plans and engage in lead generation, subject to complex federal regulations. As ...