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Matt (He/Him)

@wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social

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Why yes, I do work at Wenatchee Insurance. We only work in Washington state. It is our goal to provide everyone with insurance that they understand, can afford and when they need to use it. I helped run the Enrollment Center in Wenatchee with Suzie.

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Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 10d

Medicare Enrollment is Oct 15 through Dec 7

Healthcare Enrollment is Nov 1 through Dec 15
for plans starting Jan 1st.

There are big changes and we can show your options and assist in enrollments in Washington state.

enrollmentcenter.org

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 3h

Don’t open your door to strangers. lol for a judge’s signature. Accept no substitutes.

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 1d

I was surprised how affordable a cardboard standee is on Etsy.

There are a lot of motion with health insurance and Medicare in North Central Washington that we are going to have to separate for a few events.

Look at the letters from your insurance companies and if you need help then let us know.

Suzie at Wenatchee Insurance getting ready to go out and talk Health Insurance and Medicare for remote events.

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 2d

Sounds like the pink slips have gone out while Big Orange is Golfing. When you lose coverage, you have a 60 day window for Special Enrollment into a Healthcare program. If you are in Washington state then we can help you sort it out. federalnewsnetwork.com/government-s...

OMB says ‘substantial’ federal employee layoffs have begun

Just before the shutdown, OMB told agencies to draft RIF plans for programs that wouldn’t have alternative funding sources.

federalnewsnetwork.com

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 2d

So how much do you think that Trump sold Idaho to Qatar for? I did a tour in the Saudi. I did not expect the Middle East to come to the North West.

The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 2d

Nothing says “America First” like letting another country put an Air Force base in Idaho

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Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 2d

We had to split up a couple of times for events. For every hour of that Suzie is out of the office a family is not getting healthcare. It is why we have to get creative.

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 2d

Look pressing them about the Republican Shutdown is important. However if you want to cover some distance, then you need follow ups. Part of governing is debating both sides and give and take. The GOP has done nothing to improve the situation. www.politico.com/live-updates...

GOP military mom presses Mike Johnson on troop pay

The speaker appeared on C-SPAN to take live caller questions. “I’m begging you to pass this legislation,” one said.

www.politico.com

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 3d

The Community Business model scares a lot of people. It will scare consultants, coaches and people not comfortable with their products and ability.
Simple things that you can do to change.
On Today's Suzilla, It is all about the Community Business model.

wenatcheetown.podbean.com/e/are-you-ru...

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 3d

Are you ready for your prescription from a Vending Machine? www.engadget.com/big-tech/ama...

Amazon will start dispensing prescription drugs through vending machines

In theory, it means no more queuing at the pharmacy.

www.engadget.com

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 3d

When can we get rid of this Dickhead? I am so glad that we don't have a young child and are following his guidelines.

Acyn @acyn.bsky.social · 3d

RFK JR: There are many other confirmations -- there are two studies that show children who are circumcised early have double the rate of autism. It’s highly likely because they are given Tylenol

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 3d

If you feel rushed about Medicare or Health Insurance appointment then we want to see you. We are hearing way too many new people that were not comfortable about last year’s plan. It’s why we like a dedicated appointment so people can get their questions answered. enrollmentcenter.org

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 3d

I have to agree with @cynthiaccox.bsky.social we have not passed the point of no return for the bulk of the financial damage of the 2026 Republican rate increases. It does require Congress to act with some speed. www.kff.org/quick-take/i...

Is it Too Late for ACA Insurers to Change Their Premiums?

Affordable Care Act Marketplace insurers are raising premiums by an average of 18% next year, due in part to the expiring enhanced premium tax credits. Even if the credits are extended in shutdown neg...

www.kff.org

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Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 3d

Are you running a Community Business or just a unrealized niche Business? We are getting a lot of new customers that are telling us about the niche businesses that they leave. We are talking how to grow into your community on today's Suzilla. www.podbean.com/lsw/EdqDCOwC...

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 4d

It is a solid stance. ICE is not going after the worst of the worst. They are ambushing jobsites and courtrooms to inflict cruelty upon our communities.

Ringside News: WWE & AEW Wrestling News @ringsidenews.com · 4d

Do you agree with #MickFoley’s stance on ICE and how they’re carrying out these raids? www.ringsidenews.com/mick-foley-s...

Mick Foley Says ICE Cruelty Is Intentional and Fans Who Disagree Can Leave

WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley isn’t holding back anymore. The Hardcore Legend took to Instagram to tear into ICE over what he sees as cruel and cowardly

www.ringsidenews.com

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 4d

Yup, we are all set for Open Enrollment. We take care of the fall boosters and let them do their thing so we are set for the Medicare Annual Enrollment Oct 15 and the Healthcare Open Enrollment Nov 1st. We work with hundreds of people over the next couple of weeks and don't have time to get sick.

Alt CDC (they/them) @altcdc.altgov.info · 4d

It’s flu season! Get your shot today 💉

🔗 getmyflushot.org

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(Remember when “get your flu shot” came with great PSAs instead of conspiracy threads?)

This was SUCH a great campaign from the CDC. It’s the Wild to mild vaccine. This poster shows a tiger and a cute little cat. The wording says “A flu vaccine can take flu from Wild to mild”
More info here about this fabulous campaign: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/whats-new/2023-2024-new-campaign-wild-to-mild.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fflu-resources%2Fphp%2Fshareable-resources%2Findex.html

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 5d

Not a surprise about some of the responses. It is a politically charged topic and a political candidate making the statement. It's a horrible situation and one that I would feel better about with a cease fire in place.

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 5d

I love it when someone nerds out on the numbers. I hate what it will do. This is population per income level on the Washington Healthplanfinder that will feel the sting if Congress does not work with the enhanced tax credits. www.thebenefitsacademy.com/blog/why-all...

Why All the Worry About 2026 Individual Medical Premium Tax Credits?

The government is shut down and the main sticking point is the end of the pandemic-era subsidies at the end of 2025. Here's a look at how the sunsetting will impact people in Washington state.

www.thebenefitsacademy.com

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 6d

We did with this last year in large numbers in Washington State. It looks like we only have to contend with half as many Medicare Advantage Plan shifts as we did last year. It's so important to read your mail and review your policy every year.

Peter Morley ♿️ @petermorley.bsky.social · 6d

🔥MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANS UPDATE🔥

1) Some MA Providers are leaving marketplace.
2) No auto-enrollment if YOUR plan is dropped, you'll have until 12/31 to sign-up OR in 2026 have 80% Medicare Coverage & NO RX PLAN!
3) 1M+ which is an estimated 3% on MA will LOSE their plans.

PLEASE REPOST & SHARE!🔥

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 6d

It's the Republican Shutdown. They could have negotiated for the last four month and didn't. We are left with a right here and now moment.

Elizabeth Warren @warren.senate.gov · 6d

Guess how many times Republicans have tried to negotiate with Democrats to save health care? None. Zero. Not once.

Republicans would rather shut down the government than lower health care costs.

Guess how many times Republicans have tried to negotiate with Democrats to save health care? Zero.

YouTube video by Senator Elizabeth Warren

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Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 6d

Not a complex formula. Be kind and it increases a kid's chance to adult. You can build a better future with one person at a time.

Pat G🇨🇦 🍁🏳️‍🌈🍉 @pguist.bsky.social · 6d

I will be that person if needed 🏳️‍⚧️💛🏳️‍🌈💙

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 6d

Not all states are created equal. A legislature stating that ACA tax credits are a December issue has only had their health insurance handed to them from a large group or a government job. October is on the late side for rates. www.bigcountrynewsconnection.com/news/state/i...

The federal government shut down after a health care clash. In Idaho, the stakes are high.

Right now, Bob McMichael and his wife only pay $50 a month for their health insurance premium. That’s deeply subsidized by tax credits Congress created in 2021. But a couple

www.bigcountrynewsconnection.com

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 6d

Yeah, we are some of the select few that got our vaccine's this year. We would rather spend a scheduled weekend recovering than having to deal with a random week later on in the year. As a small business owner the schedule is everything.

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 6d

Set the provider & pharmaceutical pricing and plug everyone in network. It would get us to a universal system a lot like Germany's.

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 6d

So the same knucklehead that was having difficulty understanding the ACA tax credits and renewing them for the middle class is delighted to be shoveling out tariff funds to farmers for a problem that they created?

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 6d

Hassett: "China has stopped buying US soybeans. The silos are full and there are soybeans sitting on the ground w/tarps over them. That's unacceptable to POTUS. We're calling up our soybean customers around the world as part of our trade negotiations & we'll strong policies to support our farmers"

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 6d

Yeah, except ICE struck back later on in the evening and doused Froggy's air intake with pepper spray. Hopefully, they will be able to clean that up and be back.

Matt (He/Him) @wenatcheeinsurance.bsky.social · 6d

There is no one that is making 4 times the poverty level on Medicaid. It's 138% and a slight bump up if the person is pregnant so they can get some extra care. The reason that they can not come on it honestly is because the program has lowered the amount of uninsured.

Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · 6d

KERNEN: Watch your colleagues in some of the red states wimp out and decide that we're gonna pretend that we care and we're gonna renew these subsidies

HASSETT: Right. Well, a lot of people share your opinion about Obamacare