BIP Fall 2024

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02 LETTER FROM THE CEO Jessica Brooks

Capping out-of-pocket costs doesn’t mean those costs disappear. — Michael Andel, VP of Congressional Affairs, NABIP

Woods reflects on one year at the helm of NABIP

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04 LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

14 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT A powerful framework for transformational

The pivotal moment we face to unite and transform healthcare

06 NABIP IN ACTION Conduct effective legislator meetings;

leadership; fostering meaningful connections and growth through mentorship Weight loss drug coverage consider ations; how brokers impact Medicare star ratings; ERISA’s ongoing relevance

NABIP’s Medicare certification course

10 INDUSTRY

18 VOICES

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INNOVATION Help clients navigate mental healthcare; the complex factors driving skyrocketing drug prices

action 42 HEALTHCARE IS LOCAL

Where in the World is NABIP? 52 THE MIDDLE MAN

Central New Jersey NABIP

chapter leads with innovative member engagement

Claims expert Mickie Caban secures client reimbursements

46 ONGOING

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EDUCATION Jennifer Muehlhau sen positions herself for future growth by earning her REBC

48 ENGAGEMENT

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Why agency owner Austin Eppinette chose to join NABIP;