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Older-Age Screening Tests Coming Into Focus For Life Underwriters

admin — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 07:15:10 -0400

Hank's latest article in The National Underwriter was published in the August 4 issue on page 16. Titled "Older-Age Screening Tests Coming Into Focus For Life Underwriters," it tells producers what to expect in the near future as we change from old-fashioned screening (ECGs, treadmills, chest x-rays) to modern alternatives at older ages.

The National Underwriter is the #1 life periodical read by producers, so count on agents and brokers seeing this!

Teleunderwriting in America

admin — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 20:44:57 -0400

Hank has written his first article for Pathrec, an outstanding Australian firm specializing in paramedical exams and teleinterviewing. In the article, he provides a current updating on teleunderwriting in North America. You may visit Pathrec's website and read Hank's article via the link below:

http://www.pathrec.com/resources.php#industryNews

RULES Vs. JUDGMENT

admin — Tue, 13 May 2008 07:46:39 -0400

Hank's Latest Best's Review Essay is Now Posted

In RULES vs. JUDGMENT Hank takes on the myth which holds that so-called underwriting engines can replace underwriters. The key point here is the distinction between the limitations inherent in "rules" and the essential role of human judgment in risk appraisal.

We welcome your feedback on this essay, as ever!

Letter to America's Health Insurance Plans

admin — Sat, 03 May 2008 03:17:57 -0400

There is an interesting discussion regarding how many Americans get insured when applying for private health insurance by Tia Goss Sawhney, FSA, MAAA at her company's new site: http://www.tsstrategic.com/commentary. You may find it instructive.

CBC CASE CLINIC

admin — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 08:40:30 -0400

The CE Program course "CBC Case Clinic" is now available to CE registered users. For more information, please contact: ledesmae@aol.com

CE Program April: Understanding Kidney Function Tests and Case Clinic

admin — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 13:33:17 -0400

The latest installment in the 2008 CE program is now available to CE registered users.

Registered users can access the course by logging in and then clicking on the "CE Program™ 2008" link.

For more information on receiving the courses, please contact ledesmae@aol.com.