10/27/2022
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10/26/2022
Webinar Replay: Notices and Disclosures
In this webinar, our partners at BenefitComply discuss common questions about required notices and a compliant method of distribution as we approach open enrollment season. In this presentation we wil...
10/24/2022
MediExcel Q1 Updates at a Glance
2023 Portfolio updates MediExcel's Q1 rates are now available for quoting. Plans remain the same with some slight benefit changes. Rates MediExcel's full network HMO plans show a statewide in...
10/24/2022
Blue Shield of California and Aspire Health Team Up
On October 24, 2022, Blue Shield of California issued a press release outlining their partnership with Aspire Health. In the release, Blue Shield states their partnership will create a new health main...
10/21/2022
Q4-2022 Compliance Webinar Series for Brokers & Clients
Amwins Connect Insurance Services is a proud sponsor of Summit Employee Benefits Online Education. This allows us to offer you free exclusive access to the upcoming webinar. You are invited to regi...
10/21/2022
Anthem Reaches Agreement with Stanford Health
Anthem has reached a multi-year agreement with Stanford health. As previously announced, Stanford Health issued a notice to terminate its Commercial Contracting Hospital Agreement with Anthem Blue ...
10/21/2022
Health Net Recognized by Newsweek Statista
Newsweek-Statista has recognized Health Net as one of America’s Best in Customer Service for the second year in a row! This is a direct reflection of Health Net’s commitment to you, your clients - and...
10/21/2022
Kaiser Permanente® Releases Small Group 2023 Medicare Part D and Self Service Features
Use the following new materials Kaiser has released to help your clients make informed decisions about their health care coverage. Check out the new small business Summary of Benefits and Covera...
10/21/2022
Traveling Kaiser Permanente® Members Can Get 24/7 Virtual Care Across The U.S.
This makes it easier and faster to get high-quality care, at no cost to members on most plans. Learn more about the different care options for traveling employees. Please contact your ...
10/18/2022
UnitedHealthcare Portfolio & Rate Update, Q1 2023
UnitedHealthcare has released their Q1 2023 portfolio. 2023 Enrollment Forms and SOB/SBC's documents are pending release. Rate Update QUARTERLY CHANGE NORTHERN CA SOUTHERN C...
10/17/2022
Fixing The Family Glitch: IRS Final Rules for Family Coverage Affordability
The IRS has issued final regulations that change the way employer-sponsored plan affordability is calculated when determining if a family is eligible for a premium tax credit (PTC) when purchasing ind...
10/17/2022
Sutter Health Plus ACN Of California - Employer Group Premium Rebates
Sutter Health Plus offers employer groups the option of purchasing acupuncture and chiropractic benefits directly with ACN Group of California (ACN). Sutter Health Plus recently learned that ACN se...
10/13/2022
Health Net: Pharmacy Creditability- Employer Required Notice to Employees
Health Net is mailing an important reminder to employer groups about a CMS notice they must provide their employees by October 15, 2022: Pharmacy plan creditable coverage. Employers must send this ...
10/12/2022
Urgent Care with WHA
Shorter wait times (than in an ER), comparable cost, and convenience are all reasons for the growing popularity of urgent care centers. These facilities are able to handle a wide variety of medical pr...
10/12/2022
Get Ready to Sell Covered California for Small Business
If you are planning on selling Covered California for Small Business (CCSB), make sure you are appointed! According to CCSB, the top pending item to hold up case approval is broker certification. Chec...
10/12/2022
Covered California Small Business Portal Enhancement
Covered California for Small Business (CCSB) has announced that the broker portal will now indicate a group's COBRA status. How to Change Cobra Status: Search for Company and click View Deta...
10/12/2022
Cigna + Oscar Announces Broker Rewards
Cigna + Oscar has announced broker rewards for groups effective 12/1/22 through 1/1/23. To qualify, groups must have 4+ enrolled employees: Sell 1 group: $250 Sell 3 groups: $500 Sell 5 g...
10/12/2022
Sutter Health Plus Health Plan Provider Agreements Renewed
Now that open enrollment season is here, your clients may have questions about which health plan options will provide them with access to Sutter’s high-quality integrated network. We’re pleased to sha...
10/12/2022
CaliforniaChoice® Q1 2023 Update
Rates: CalChoice has issued a rate change for Q1. Rate change may vary by carrier/plan and region. Quoting: Quoting is now available. Networks: CalChoice is introducing two new networks! C...
10/10/2022
Choice Builder® Announces Q1 2023 Update
ChoiceBuilder has announced their Q1 updates. Benefits: No changes. Rates: Ameritas and MetLife: Rate Guide is currently pending and will be distributed upon completion All other carrier...
10/07/2022
