Importance of AHIP Training for Agents Selling Medicare with TMT Insurance

Welcome to TMT Insurance! We’re thrilled to have you as part of our dynamic team. As you embark on your journey with us, it’s crucial to understand the significance of completing the America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) training, especially if you are involved in selling Medicare. Why AHIP Training is Essential: Medicare Knowledge and Compliance: AHIP training is specifically designed to provide agents with in-depth knowledge of Medicare policies, regulations, and compliance requirements. It ensures that agents are well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the Medicare landscape. Industry Credibility: Completing AHIP training enhances your credibility as a Medicare insurance professional. It demonstrates your commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on the latest developments in the Medicare sector. Access to Carrier Certifications: Many Medicare insurance carriers require agents to complete AHIP training as a prerequisite for obtaining their certifications. By completing AHIP, you open doors to representing a broader range of Medicare plans and carriers.

AHIP Training Requirement at TMT Insurance Group:

Selling Medicare Plans: AHIP training is a mandatory requirement for agents involved in selling Medicare plans at TMT Insurance Group. This requirement is in line with our commitment to ensuring that our agents have the expertise needed to provide exceptional service to Medicare beneficiaries.

AHIP Training Providers:

Here is a link to Aetna’s AHIP Training with a Discount! To fulfill your AHIP training requirement, TMT Insurance Group recommends the following reputable AHIP training providers: AHIP Direct: AHIP Direct is the official training platform provided by America’s Health Insurance Plans. It offers a comprehensive AHIP certification course that covers all aspects of Medicare. WebCE: WebCE is a recognized provider of insurance training, including AHIP courses. Their user-friendly platform allows agents to complete the AHIP training at their own pace. AHIP Medicare Training through Carriers: Some Medicare insurance carriers also offer AHIP training directly or through partnerships.

How to Complete AHIP Training:

Enroll in AHIP Training: Choose a reputable AHIP training provider and enroll in the AHIP certification course. Complete the Course: Take the AHIP training at your own pace, covering the required modules to gain a comprehensive understanding of Medicare. Submit Certificate: Once you’ve successfully completed AHIP training, submit your certificate to TMT Insurance Group for verification and record-keeping. Here is a link to Aetna’s AHIP Training with a Discount!

Instructions for AHIP Training with Aetna:

1. Create a new account on Aetna.cmpsystem.com or Anthem.cmpsystem.com for the $50 discount ○ Click continue producer registration ○ Fill out the following information ■ Last Name ■ DOB ■ Last 4 of SSN ○ Submit   2. It will then take you to Step 2 ○ Go through all information and set up password   3. Continue to Home ○ Click on Aetna Certifications   4. On the right side of the screen it will show the amount owed as $125 ○ You will click checkout then submit payment – (Keep tab open and create a new tab and log back into site)   5. Once logged back in you will click the AHIP Medicare Training ○ You will then complete the 5 training modules (these answers do not matter) ○ You will then complete the Final Exam (these answers matter) ■ You will only have 3 chances to pass (if you do not pass in 3attempts you are locked out for that year)   6. Once the Final Exam is passed you will complete the FWA modules ○ Each module has a knowledge check then the Final Exam ■ The knowledge checks do not matter but the Final Exam on EACH module do   7. Once ALL modules are completed you will be able to download the AHIP certificate ○ Please save a copy for your records   If you have any questions or need assistance in selecting a training provider, feel free to reach out to our support team. We’re here to support you in every step of your professional development.   Best regards, TMT Insurance Group