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MetLife Through CoPower: A Winning Combo

When selling MetLife through CoPower, did you know: All groups that are quoted direct with MetLife can be administered through CoPower. CoPower can help with small and large group! CoPower can adminis...

Start Selling MetLife Small Business Solutions

Ready to start selling? Make sure you complete the Broker Commission Agreement | Small Business Solutions (SBS). Even if you have worked with MetLife before and completed other agreements, you must co...

Happy 50th, ERISA! Why Should Brokers Care? Because It’s Still Running the Show

The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) just hit the big 5-0, and while it might not have a social media account, it’s still a heavyweight in the health insurance world. Originally aimed a...

Allstate Benefits Introduces New Telehealth Vendor

Allstate Benefits groups will move to Recuro Health as their telehealth vendor, effective October 1, 2024.

Webinar Replay: 2025 Affordability Percentage and Mental Health Parity Final Rules

2025 Affordability Percentage and Mental Health Parity Final RulesSeptember 11, 2024Lots of regulatory activity this week! The 2025 affordability percentage was published, mental health parity final r...

Get Ready to Sell CoPower in 2025

CoPower is ready to help you bring ancillary solutions to your groups in 2025!CoPower ONE | CA No plan or rate changesQuoting is availableCoPower ONE | NY Group size-based ratingAll plan options avail...

Anthem | Life DI Experience and Claim Reports are Moving to Compassi

Compassi, the Anthem Life employer self-service portal, is being enhanced to add customer reports on September 16, 2024.

Blue Shield Announces 4 New Programs and Expanded Wellvolution

As part of Wellvolution’s continued expansion, four new and expanded programs are available on the platform to address diabetes, long-term weight loss, digestive health issues.

2024: A Cooling Economy and Heating Health Care Costs

Key Strategies to Cut Through Rising Expenses “2023 was a year of surprises, a panel of consultants at Mercer said during a recent webinar,” noted Susan Rupe, managing editor for InsuranceNewsNet. “...

Health Net | 2025 Large Group Incentive Program Built to Reward

Brokers will receive 2% of paid premiums received for 12 months for each new large employer group sold.

Blue Shield | Employer Connection Homepage - New Look and Feel

Blue Shield is dedicated to developing seamless digital processes to create a high-quality, personalized experience across all platforms for you, your clients, and members.

IRS Releases 2025 ACA Affordability Percentage

IRS Releases 2025 ACA Affordability PercentageOn September 6, 2024, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released Rev Proc. 2024-35 announcing the Affordable Care Act (ACA) affordability percentage thre...

Aetna 2024 Gag Clause Compliance Approach

Aetna will file on behalf of all self-funded (including AFA), insured and split-funded plan sponsors that had active coverage in 2024.

UnitedHealthcare Mails Plan Deductible Change Notices

On September 15, 2024, UnitedHealthcare and Oxford will begin mailing letters to Grandfathered and Transitional Relief groups, concerning deductible changes on HSA-qualified plans.

Blue Shield of California | Updates to Small Business Dental plans

Three PPO dental plans will be withdrawn from the portfolio as of January 1, 2025.

Anthem 2023 MLR Rebates Will Mail In September

Anthem groups and individual members in 11 states will receive 2023 medical loss ratio (MLR) rebates this year.

Navigating Compliance, Healthcare Costs, and the Role of AI

Navigating Compliance, Healthcare Costs, and the Role of AIOptavise HR 2024 Benefits Broker Report Reveals InsightsFor health insurance brokers, staying ahead of industry trends is key to maintaining ...

Compliance News Week Ending September 6, 2024

Compliance News Week Ending September 6, 2024 In this Article: IRS Releases DRAFT ACA 1094 and 1095B InstructionsEmployer Action Items - HIPAA Privacy Rule ModificationsTexas Court Sets Aside Ban on N...

UnitedHealthcare Gag Clause Confirmation of Compliance

UnitedHealthcare has provided a Confirmation of Compliance to support customers who must complete the required attestation.

Get Ahead in 2025 with Health Net's Large Group Incentive

More Incentives for you in 2025 – Earn 2% with Health Net Large Group!

Flu Shots Are Now Available at Kaiser Permanente®

Effective September 3, Kaiser Permanente members can schedule their free flu shot for appointments by visiting kp.org and selecting the E-visit option or by calling the 24/7 appointments and advice li...