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Coffee with Chris
Author: Christopher Carothers
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This podcast is a series of interviews with insurance industry leaders to discuss the latest healthcare trends, industry changes, and legislative issues that impact Nevadans insurance coverage.
The host is Chris Carothers, president of an upline agency local to Las Vegas for two generations, who has empowered independent brokers through education and business resources for over 50 years.
The host is Chris Carothers, president of an upline agency local to Las Vegas for two generations, who has empowered independent brokers through education and business resources for over 50 years.
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Chris talks with Mike Gattorna about Medico and their line of products new to NV, the Birthday Rule and more.
For more, visit: https://www.carothersinsurance.com/coffeewithchris/welcome-to-nv-medico
Chris meets with SelectHealth Broker Manager, Jennifer Vogel to discuss the SelectHealth story, how they do things differently, and everything else that makes them unique from other carriers in the NV marketplace.
For more information and documents discussed in this episode visit our WEBPAGE.
Chris talks with Dr. Bertoli from P3 Medical Group Whitney Ranch.
For documents and other resources related to this episode, please visit our website.
Chris speaks with guest Letty Perez, Broker Account Executive for Pivot Health, about the evolution of Short Term Medical plans - including current Pivot Health plan updates for 2022.
A podcast is for insurance brokers in Nevada. https://www.carothersinsurance.com/coffeewithchris
In this episode, Chris talks to Tony Clark, Executive Vice President of Supplemental Insurance products for Aetna. They will cover the CVS-Aetna merger, 2022 product offerings, new enrollment technology with auto-underwriting, and upcoming member discounts and resources like the ability to pay your premiums at CVS.
For more information about the speaker or topics discussed in this podcast, visit: https://www.carothersinsurance.com/coffeewithchris
Imperial Health Plans joined the NV market last year, but they didn't charge in with an aggressive takeover plan. So, what are they doing here and what their plans? In this episode, Chris talks with Stephen Klaus, Director of Sales and Marketing for Imperial Health, about Imperial's story, what makes them unique, where they are headed in the future - and what type brokers they are looking for to partner with.
For more information, visit our website: https://www.carothersinsurance.com/coffeewithchris/what-makes-a-plan-imperial
Chris talks to Selecthealth about their history, values, culture, and where they are heading in the NV market.
With Guest Speakers:
Greg Reed, Senior Manager of Public & Community Relations
Amy Despain, Development Manager, Agent Relations Team
Ana Landeros, Small Employer and Individual Account Manager – Nevada
Alison Thomson, Small Employer and Individual Sales Manager
For speaker contact info, visit our website: https://www.carothersinsurance.com/coffeewithchris/who-is-selecthealth
In Healthcare related industries, we keep hearing the buzzwords - Managed Care vs. Fee for Service.
What's the difference? Which is better? Why are we shifting to Managed Care? How does this change the relationship with my doctor?
Chris talks to Dr. Medina Culver, D.O. from Wikler Family Practice to answer all these questions and more.
Chris introduces Tricia Koteras, Senior Territory Manager - West Region for GarityAdvantage Agencies. Carothers Insurance is partners with GarityAdvantage in the NV market- offering National Medicare Products and sales resources for brokers. Chris and Tricia cover a high-level view of current industry trends, products, marketing and workflow resources around COVID.
For contracting information visit: https://www.carothersinsurance.com/get-contracted.html
One of the most misunderstood topics in comprehensive planning, Chris seeks straight forward concepts about the subject that you’ll find both surprising and appealing. With Guest Larry Moore, Regional Vice President for National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL).
Chris interviews Elizabeth Maya, Outreach Specialist for Health Plan of Nevada, about Medicaid in our community. The intricacies of eligibility, the variety of benefits, and the plethora of community resources that many may not know about, but could really benefit from during times of crisis.
For links and other information discussed in this episode, please visit: https://www.carothersinsurance.com/coffeewithchris
Medicare OEP is happening now - what does that mean for brokers? Mary Granger, Broker Relations Manager for Humana joins Chris to review what OEP is, compliance during this period, and most important--what brokers CAN DO to grow their business in the first Quarter.
For more information links and documents discussed in this episode, please visit: carothersinsurance.com/coffeewithchris
Chris talks with John Gibbons from Mutual of Omaha about what Long Term Care (LTC) is, why it's important, and how to get it for your clients.
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What's New for 2022? Meet Anthem Medicare's new Regional Sales Manager Serena Farrell! She joins Chris to discuss what else is new with Anthem MAPD and Supplement plans in 2022 .
More at: carothersinsurance.com/coffeewithchris
Chris talks to Mike Harris, Executive VP of Business Development for our partners at GarityAdvantage to discuss:
What changes are coming to the Medicare Market?
Where is the Medicare Advantage Market Heading?
Best ways to market to Medicare Beneficiaries
For more about GarityAdvantage visit: https://garityadvantage.com/
Chris talks to James Douglas, with Friday Health Plans, about shopping the labyrinth of healthcare options in our current employer health market. Clouded by ACA, tax rules, and eligibility - they break down the mysteries of QSEHRAs & ICHRAs, the difference between them, and their purpose in today's new company cultures.
What is Dispatch Health? Do your clients qualify for this service? What networks and plans are they covered by?
Find out as Chris chats with their local Community Engagement Manager, Torrie Brizzie.
Chris talks with Mary Granger, Broker Relations Manager for Humana about plan updates, provider network changes and more!
Chris talks to Nicole King, Director, Broker and Community Relations for Intermountain Health about their rebrand, broker resources, and updates you need-to-know for the coming enrollment season.
Nicole King
Director, Broker and Community Relations
Office: 702.479.2230
nking@imailnv.org
Chris chats with the VP and Director of Strategic Communications, Kassi Belz and Regina Vaccari, about the P3 story, recent changes, and what lies ahead for the coming plan year.























