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The Richards Group Announces Partnership with SmartConnect

Innovative Medicare Enrollment Resource Helps Seniors Navigate Complexities of Medicare

The Richards Group is pleased to announce a partnership with SmartConnect, an innovative Medicare guidance, and enrollment resource. The service is now available for Medicare eligible adults throughout Vermont and New Hampshire.

 

SmartConnect is an exclusive program designed for Medicare eligible adults and their family members who may be working or retiring and may not have explored the benefits of Medicare coverage in its entirety. SmartConnect will provide The Richards Group’s clients with individual consultations to help them better understand what the world of Medicare has to offer, including Parts A, B, and Prescription Drug Plans, as well as Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage plans.

 

“What appealed to me most about SmartConnect was the ease of their process,” said Tom Scull, a Partner of The Richards Group. “Their Medicare guidance and comparison shopping is free and done on a one-on-one basis. That level of personalization and care made the decision to partner an easy one.”

After scheduling a phone appointment, a licensed SmartConnect agent will work with clients of The Richards Group to find potential savings and benefits that meet their needs. This new offering is available now and can be accessed by calling (833) 502-2747 TTY:711, Mon-Fri, 7:30 am-5:00 pm CT. Learn more online by visiting therichardsgrp.com/medicare.

“Medicare can seem confusing, especially for people who are used to employer coverage,” says Vanessa Henry, VP of SmartConnect. “The good news is that we make understanding Medicare easy, and help people uncover potential savings and additional benefits, all at no cost to the business or individual.”

About the Richards Group

The Richards Group has provided Insurance, Employee Benefits, and Retirement Plan solutions to clients throughout New Hampshire and Vermont since 1867.  The firm has over 150 employees in 12 locations and has earned recognition both for contributions to our local communities and as one of the best places to work in the region.  The Richards Group is committed to helping employers with workplace safety, employee retention, and wellness.  We recognize that while we help employers manage the cost and complexity of their insurance and employee benefits, we use our expertise, technology, and resources for the betterment of their workforce.  For more information about the firm and its capabilities, please visit www.therichardsgrp.com/medicare.

 

About SmartConnect

SmartConnect is an exclusive program created specifically for Medicare eligible, working or retiring adults and their family members. HR professionals can refer employees to SmartConnect and rely on this program for clear, accurate information about Medicare options and benefits. SmartConnect’s team of licensed agents focus on the needs of employees by comparing their employer coverage to a variety of Medicare options to unlock potential benefits and savings, all as an extension of a company’s benefits offerings. Learn more about SmartConnect: www.startsmartconnect.com

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