As you probably know, commissions for the underage health market have seen significant cuts due to Health Care Reform. Now the question is; Will Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D commissions see the same cuts? There are pretty good arguments on both sides, but I’ve read two articles this week that show encouraging movement in regards to agent commissions. If this kind of movement for the underage market can continue, commissions for Medicare products are less likely to be affected.
Here are links to the articles:
National Underwriter: NAIC Panel Seeks Producer Commission Comments