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  • Federal Judge Vacates Several CMS ACA Provisions

    Federal Judge Vacates Several CMS ACA Provisions
    Jun 19 2026
    The Friday Five for June 19, 2026: Certification for AEP 2027 Coming June 22Microsoft Teams Location TrackingMedicare GLP-1 Bridge Starts July 1CMS to Codify Medicare Drug Price NegotiationFederal Judge Vacates Several CMS ACA Provisions Get Connected: 🤝 Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing – the FMO that powers the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! 📧 Connect with the Ritter Insurance Marketing Sales Team Near You! 💌 Send feedback, questions, and topic suggestions to ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Certification for AEP 2027 Coming June 22: 2027 NABIP Medicare Certification AHIP Test Tips and Tricks for Medicare Certification What is AHIP Certification and How Do I Get It? Microsoft Teams Location Tracking: Jawad, Usama. “Microsoft Teams is getting a controversial location tracking feature that users may hate.” Neowin.com. Neowin. 12 Jun 2026, https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-teams-is-getting-a-controversial-location-tracking-feature-that-users-may-hate/. Parmar, Mayank. “Microsoft Teams will auto-detect when you’re at the office via Wi-Fi, roll out confirmed, but you can opt out.” Windowslatest.com, Windows Latest, 15 Jun 2026, https://www.windowslatest.com/2026/06/15/microsoft-teams-will-auto-detect-when-youre-at-the-office-via-wi-fi-roll-out-confirmed-but-you-can-opt-out/. Okemwa, Kevin. “Microsoft’s controversial Wi-Fi tracking in Teams is back – but this time with better privacy controls.” 15 Jun 2026, https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft/microsoft-teams/microsofts-controversial-wi-fi-tracking-in-teams-is-back-but-this-time-with-better-privacy-controls. Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Starts July 1: CMS Update on BALANCE Model & Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Demonstration How the BALANCE Model Will Help Medicare Part D & Medicaid Enrollees Access GLP-1s “Medicare GLP-1 Bridge.” Cms.gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, https://www.cms.gov/medicare/coverage/prescription-drug-coverage/medicare-glp-1-bridge, Accessed 17 Jun 2026. Reed, Tina. “Medicare weight-loss drug coverage could overwhelm doctors.” Axios.com, Axios, 15 Jun 2026, https://www.axios.com/2026/06/15/medicare-glp1-prescription-tsunami-seniors. CMS to Codify Medicare Drug Price Negotiation: “CMS Proposed Rule Locks in Lower Prices and Fosters Innovation for the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program.” Cms.gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 12 Jun 2026, https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-proposed-rule-locks-lower-prices-fosters-innovation-medicare-drug-price-negotiation-program. Landi, Heather. “CMS proposes permanent framework for Medicare drug price negotiations.” Fiercehealthcare.com, Fierce Healthcare, 12 Jun 2026, https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/regulatory/cms-proposes-permanent-framework-medicare-drug-price-negotiations. “Fact Sheet: Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program Proposed Rule.” Cms.gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, https://www.cms.gov/files/document/mdpnp-nprm-fact-sheet.pdf, Accessed 17 Jun 2026. “Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program and Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit.” Federalregister.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, www.federalregister.gov/public-inspection/current. Accessed 17 June 2026. “Timeline: Medicare Drug Price Negotiation.” Cms.gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, https://www.cms.gov/files/document/mdpnp-nprm-milestones.pdf, Accessed 17 Jun 2026. Federal Judge Vacates Several CMS ACA Provisions: “City of Columbus Et Al. v. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Et Al. Memorandum Opinion.” Litigationtracker.Law.Georgetown.Edu, Georgetown University, 12 June 2026, litigationtracker.law.georgetown.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Columbus_2025.08.22_ORDER-ON-MOTION-FOR-PRELIMINARY-INJUNCTION.pdf. Conley, Julia. “Court Blocks ‘Illegal’ Trump Rule That Created Barriers to Affordable Care Act Coverage.” Commondreams.org, Common Dreams, 12 Jun 2026, https://www.commondreams.org/news/aca-trump. “Judge tosses multiple provisions of CMS’ 2025 ACA program integrity rule.” Fiercehealthcare.com, Fierce Healthcare, 15 Jun 2026, https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/regulatory/judge-tosses-multiple-provisions-cms-2025-aca-program-integrity-rule. Casolo, Elizabeth. “Judge vacates parts of ACA ‘integrity’ rule.” Beckerspayer.com, Becker’s Payer Issues, 16 Jun 2026, https://www.beckerspayer.com/payer/aca/judge-vacates-parts-of-aca-integrity-rule/. Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ Threads, https://...
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    16 mins
  • Community-Based Marketing for Insurance Agents

    Community-Based Marketing for Insurance Agents
    Jun 17 2026
    Listen as we explore why community-based marketing is becoming more popular and how insurance agents can get started. This strategy is a great way for agents to grow their business just by getting involved in your local community. Read the text version Get Connected: 🤝 Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing – the FMO that powers the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! 📧 Connect with the Ritter Insurance Marketing Sales Team Near You! 💌 Send feedback, questions, and topic suggestions to ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: Social Media Marketing for Insurance Agents The Ultimate Agent Resource List Pt. 1: Market Yourself Why Trust in an Insurance Agent’s Most Important Non-Renewable Resource Your Guide to Forming an Insurance Agent Network References: Shah, Nirmit. “Community-Based Marketing: Strategies to Reach Your Audience.” Sprinklr.com, Sprinklr, 19 Mar 2025, https://www.sprinklr.com/blog/community-based-marketing/. Abe, Stephanie. “Community Marketing: How 6 Brands Unite Customers.” Adroll.com, AdRoll Blog, https://www.adroll.com/blog/community-marketing-how-6-brands-unite-customers, Accessed 10 Jun 2026. “What Is Digital Marketing? Key Concepts & Tips.” Mailchimp.com, mailchimp, https://mailchimp.com/marketing-glossary/digital-marketing/, Accessed 10 Jun 2026. “What is Traditional Marketing? – Channels & Examples.” Feedough.com, Feedough, https://www.feedough.com/traditional-marketing/, Accessed 10 Jun 2026. Mason, Rodney. “Why Community Will Make or Break Creators and Brands in 2025.” Forbes.com, Forbes, 7 Jan 2025, https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesagencycouncil/2025/01/07/why-community-will-make-or-break-creators-and-brands-in-2025/. Varoquiers, Carrie. “Why Human Connection Is Your Ultimate AI-Era Advantage.” Forbes.com, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2026, https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesnonprofitcouncil/2026/02/23/why-human-connection-is-your-ultimate-ai-era-advantage/. “Why, What and How of Community Outreach and Engagement.” Extension.unh.edu, University of New Hampshire, https://extension.unh.edu/resource/community-outreach-and-engagement-information-brief, Accessed 10 Jun 2026. Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel and Bluesky, https://bsky.app/profile/sarahjrueppel.bsky.social Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.
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    18 mins
  • Start Selling 5-Star Medicare Advantage Plans All Year

    Start Selling 5-Star Medicare Advantage Plans All Year
    Jun 15 2026
    This episode of the Agent Survival Guide podcast explores 5-Star Medicare Advantage plans. We’ll break down what they are, how they became 5-star plans, and why you can sell them throughout the year!

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    Meet Your Sales Team

    PlanEnroll

    Why People Are CHoosing Part C Over Original Medicare

    References:

    “Part C and D Performance Data.” CMS.Gov, www.cms.gov/medicare/health-drug-plans/part-c-d-performance-data. Accessed 5 May 2026.

    “Special Enrollment Periods.” Medicare, www.medicare.gov/basics/get-started-with-medicare/get-more-coverage/joining-a-plan/special-enrollment-periods. Accessed 5 May 2026.

    “Special Enrollment Periods for Medicare Advantage and Part D - Medicare Interactive.” www.medicareinteractive.org/resources/special-enrollment-periods-for-medicare-advantage-and-part-d. Accessed 5 May 2026.

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    7 mins
  • CMS Medicaid Work Requirements

    CMS Medicaid Work Requirements
    Jun 12 2026
    The Friday Five for June 12, 2026: Apple WWDC 2026 TakeawaysInstagram Grid Arrangement FeatureIntegrityCONNECT Annuities & What’s Coming SoonKFF MA Enrollment Stats & Trends for 2026CMS Medicaid Work Requirements Get Connected: 🤝 Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing – the FMO that powers the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! 📧 Connect with the Ritter Insurance Marketing Sales Team Near You! 💌Send feedback, questions, and topic suggestions to ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Apple WWDC 2026: “Apple previews new child safety features.” Apple.com, Apple, 8 Jun 2026, https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/06/apple-previews-new-child-safety-features/. Weatherbed, Jess. “Apple is redesigning Screen Time and overhauling child controls.” Theverge.com, The Verge, 8 Jun 2026, https://www.theverge.com/tech/945898/apple-parental-controls-child-accounts-wwdc2026. Perez, Sarah. “Apple puts parents back in control of kids’ iPhone use.” Techcrunch.com, Tech Crunch, 8 Jun 2026, https://techcrunch.com/2026/06/08/apple-puts-parents-back-in-control-of-kids-iphone-use/. Instagram Grid Arrangement Feature: Moon, Mariella. “Instagram finally lets you reorder posts on your grid.” Engadget.com, Engadget, 8 Jun 2026, https://www.engadget.com/2190179/instagram-how-to-reorder-grid/. Lawler, Richard. “Instagram is finally letting everyone reorganize their profile grid.” Theverge.com, The Verge, 8 Jun 2026, https://www.theverge.com/tech/946458/instagram-is-finally-letting-everyone-reorganize-their-grid. IntegrityCONNECT Annuities & What’s Coming Soon: Events & Webinars from Ritter Insurance Marketing IntegrityCONNECT Learning Webinars KFF MA Enrollment Stats & Trends for 2026: Freed, Meredith et. al. “Medicare Advantage in 2026: Enrollment Update and Key Trends.” KFF.org, KFF, 5 Jun 2026, https://www.kff.org/medicare/medicare-advantage-in-2026-enrollment-update-and-key-trends/. Freed, Meredith et. al. “Medicare Advantage in 2026: Premiums, Out-of-Pocket Limits, Supplemental Benefits, and Prior Authorization.” KFF, KFF.org, 5 Jun 2026, https://www.kff.org/medicare/medicare-advantage-in-2026-premiums-out-of-pocket-limits-supplemental-benefits-and-prior-authorization/. CMS Medicaid Work Requirements: “CMS Launches Nationwide Framework to Implement Medicaid Work Requirements.” Cms.gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 1 Jun 2026, https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-launches-nationwide-framework-implement-medicaid-work-requirements. Minemyer, Paige. “CMS outlines national framework to support rollout of Medicaid work requirements.” Fiercehealthcare.com, Fierce Healthcare, 1 Jun 2026, https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/regulatory/cms-outlines-national-framework-support-rollout-medicaid-work-requirements. Pifer Parduhn, Rebecca. “CMS releases Medicaid work requirements guidance for states.” Healthcaredive.com, Healthcare Dive, 2 Jun 2026, https://www.healthcaredive.com/news/cms-medicaid-work-requirements-final-rule-state-guidance/821631/. Tolbert, Jennifer. “CMS Requires More Restrictive Definition of Medical Frailty in New Medicaid Work Requirements Rule.” Kff.org, KFF, 2 Jun 2026, https://www.kff.org/quick-insights/cms-requires-more-restrictive-definition-of-medical-frailty-in-new-medicaid-work-requirements-rule/. Minemyer, Paige. “Industry groups say final Medicaid work requirements rule imposes onerous documentation burden.” Fiercehealthcare.com, Fierce Healthcare, 2 Jun 2026, https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/regulatory/industry-groups-say-final-medicaid-work-requirements-rule-imposes-onerous-documentation. “Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals.” Federalregister.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 3 June 2026, www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/06/03/2026-11094/medicaid-program-community-engagement-requirement-for-certain-individuals. “Medicaid Community Engagement Requirement for Certain Individuals Interim Final Rule with Comment Period (CMS-2454-IFC).” Cms.gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 1 Jun 2026, https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/medicaid-community-engagement-requirement-certain-individuals-interim-final-rule-comment-period-cms. Resources: 5 Takeaways from the 2027 CMS Marketplace Final Rule for Insurance Agents 2027 MA and Part D Max Commissions Introducing the Integrity Health Plan Should You Hire Licensed-Only Agents for Your Insurance Agency? The Power of Daily Affirmations in Insurance Sales Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https...
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    28 mins
  • 2027 NABIP Medicare Certification

    2027 NABIP Medicare Certification
    Jun 10 2026
    Learn more about the NABIP Medicare Advantage Certification. This program is another way agents can satisfy their Medicare & Fraud, Waste, and Abuse training requirements.

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    5 Things About the CMS 2027 MA and Part D Final Rule

    FAQs About NABIP Medicare Certification

    Making Cross‑Selling Less Awkward for Insurance Agents ft. Demetri Simos and Dawn Myers

    The Best Appointment Schedulers for Insurance Agents

    References:

    “NABIP Approved Carriers.” Nabip.org, NABIP, https://www.nabiptraining.org/nabip/carriers, Accessed 9 May 2026.

    “NABIP Official Website.” Nabip.org, NABIP, https://nabip.org/, Accessed 9 May 2026.

    “NABIP Online Learning Institute.” Nabip.org, NABIP, https://www.nabiptraining.org/, Accessed 9 May 2026.

    “NABIP Professional Development.” Nabip.Org, NABIP, nabip.org/professional-development. Accessed 9 May 2026.

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    5 mins
  • The Power of Daily Affirmations in Insurance Sales

    The Power of Daily Affirmations in Insurance Sales
    Jun 8 2026
    Transform your thinking, transform your insurance business. Find out how daily affirmations can be a gamechanger for your agency and yourself, personally!

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    Resources:

    5 Reasons Why Insurance Agents Fail (& How Not To!)

    Cigna's ACA Exit, Certification Dates, Sleep Audio

    Developing Power Habits ft. Dr. Noah St. John

    How Insurance Agents Can Avoid Isolation & Build Stronger Connections ft. Dawn Myers

    Overcoming Burnout in Insurance Sales ft. Dan Spitale

    References:

    Zhang, Yunian, et al. “The Impact of Self-Affirmation Interventions on Well-Being: A Meta-Analysis.” Apa.Org, American Psychological Association, 27 Oct. 2025, www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2025/10/self-affirmations-well-being.

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    7 mins
  • Should You Hire Licensed-Only Agents for Your Insurance Agency?

    Should You Hire Licensed-Only Agents for Your Insurance Agency?
    Jun 6 2026
    Licensed-Only Agents (LOAs) can help scale your insurance agency growth. But are they right for your insurance business? Listen to find out! Read the text version Get Connected: 🤝Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing – the FMO that powers the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! 📧Connect with the Ritter Insurance Marketing Agency Team! 💌Send feedback, questions, and topic suggestions to ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Resources: 6 Steps to Scale Your Insurance Business to an Agency Before You Recruit: Setting Up Your Agency for Success Developing an Agency — Your Guide to Getting Started How Much Can Insurance Agents Make Selling Medicare? How to Recruit Insurance Agents to Your Downline Ritter Insurance Marketing Summits The Advantages of Being a Field vs. Call Center Insurance Agent References: “Blueprint for Hiring Licensed-Only Agents.” Psmbrokerage.com, PSM Brokerage, https://www.psmbrokerage.com/hubfs/Blueprint%20for%20Hiring%20Licensed-Only%20Agents.pdf, Accessed 3 May 2026. “How Much does An Accounting Software Cost?” Jaz.ai, Jaz, https://www.jaz.ai/post/accounting-software-cost, Accessed 3 May 2026. “State Noncompete Law Tracker.” Eig.org, Economic Innovation Group, https://eig.org/state-noncompete-map/, Accessed 3 May 2026. Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel and Bluesky, https://bsky.app/profile/sarahjrueppel.bsky.social Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.
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    15 mins
  • 2027 MA and Part D Max Commissions

    2027 MA and Part D Max Commissions
    Jun 5 2026
    The Friday Five for June 5, 2026: Certification ReminderPod Rec: Before BreakfastTRICARE Resources for AgentsClover Health Star Ratings2027 MA and Part D Max Commissions Get Connected: 🤝 Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing – the FMO that powers the Agent Survival Guide Podcast! 📧 Connect with the Ritter Insurance Marketing Sales Team Near You! 💌 Send feedback, questions, and topic suggestions to ASGPodcast@Ritterim.com or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail. Pod(cast) Rec(commendation): Before Breakfast: Before Breakfast Podcast Before Breakfast: Track your media TRICARE Resources for Agents: “TRICARE Plan Comparison Tool.” Tricare.mil, TRICARE, https://www.tricare.mil/compareplans, Accessed 3 June 2026. “TRICARE Dental Options Fact Sheet.” Tricare.mil, TRICARE, https://tricare.mil/Publications/Fact-Sheets/dental_options, Accessed 3 June 2026. “TRICARE Pharmacy Program Overview Fact Sheet.” Tricare.mil, TRICARE, https://tricare.mil/Publications/Fact-Sheets/pharmacy_overview, Accessed 3 June 2026. “TRICARE Plans Overview Fact Sheet.” Tricare.mil, TRICARE, https://tricare.mil/Publications/Fact-Sheets/plans, Accessed 3 June 2026. “TRICARE Qualifying Life Events Fact Sheet.” Tricare.mil, TRICARE, https://tricare.mil/Publications/Fact-Sheets/qle, Accessed 3 June 2026. “TRICARE Young Adult Program Fact Sheet.” Tricare.mil, TRICARE, https://tricare.mil/Publications/Fact-Sheets/young_adult, Accessed 3 June 2026. Clover Health Star Ratings: Casolo, Elizabeth. “Clover beats CMS in Medicare Advantage star ratings lawsuit.” Beckerspayer.com, Becker’s Payer Issues, 29 May 2026, https://www.beckerspayer.com/legal/clover-beats-cms-in-medicare-advantage-star-ratings-lawsuit/. “Court tells CMS to redo Clover’s Star Rating. Here’s why it should be on your radar.” Risehealth.org, Rise Health, 29 May 2026, https://www.risehealth.org/insights-articles/article/court-tells-cms-to-redo-clovers-star-rating-heres-why-it-should-be-on-your-radar/. “Clover Insurance v. HHS: S.D. of Georgia Holds 20 Star Ratings Measures Unlawful.” Crowell.com, Crowell, 29 May 2026, https://www.crowell.com/en/insights/client-alerts/clover-insurance-v-hhs-sd-of-georgia-holds-20-star-ratings-measures-unlawful. WEBINAR: The Star Ratings Shakeup: Court Challenges CMS Measure Authority 2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D Maximum Commissions: 2027 Maximum Broker Commissions for Medicare Advantage & Medicare Part D Mulcahy, Gerard. “Contract Year 2027 Agent and Broker Compensation Rates, Referral/Finder’s Fees, Submissions, and Training and Testing Requirements.” cms.gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 1 June 2026, https://www.ritterim.com/documents/cms-memos/memo-agent-broker-compensation-and-training-and-testing-requirements-cy2027.pdf. Resources: 5 Takeaways from the 2027 CMS Marketplace Final Rule for Insurance Agents CMS Update on BALANCE Model & Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Introducing the Integrity Health Plan Follow Us on Social! Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance Sarah on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjrueppel/ Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/thesarahjrueppel/ Threads, https://www.threads.net/@thesarahjrueppel and Bluesky, https://bsky.app/profile/sarahjrueppel.bsky.social Not affiliated with or endorsed by Medicare or any government agency.
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    12 mins