Anthem Blue Cross is pleased to announce that Adventist Health has rescinded its notice of termination. All entity contracts (i.e., hospital-referenced below, ambulatory surgery center, hospice, home health, and prudent buyer professional) remain in full force and effect until the contract renewal is fully implemented.
Kaiser Permanente's broker briefing provides important updates for individual, small group, and large group clients.
MetLife's most recent monthly bulletin focuses on rounding out your customers' healthcare coverage with vision insurance and interest in disability insurance.
UHC provided important updates regarding their Dental Rate Cap Extension, Bundling Discounts, and Q4 + 1 Specialty Playbook.
Health Net's relationship with Tenet Healthcare Corporation is longstanding and valued. Structural contract changes are being negotiated to keep increases in health care costs in check.
VSP announced a 2023 rate pass, with no changes to plan benefits or underwriting. Rates are available for quoting!
Covered California for Small Business (CCSB) provided the below updates on their Partnership That Pays bonus program, enhancements to MyCCSB.com, and expanded coverage options.
After a member reaches their Annual Maximum with Humana’s TRP and PPO Dental Plans, Humana continues to provide 30% coverage through the remainder of the plan year.
Anthem is making it easier to submit early during the peak season with their premium deferral option.
For 2023, Health Net will transition to Enhanced Choice as the single quoted portfolio for California Large Group. Enhanced Choice will continue to utilize the “Pick Your Plan, Pick Your Network” strategy.
All Q4 2022 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.
Anticipated renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.
Don't forget to review the items listed below before the end of your group's effective month. Employers only have until the end of their effective month to request changes, any change after will require an exception and may not be approved retroactively.
All Q4 2021 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.
TotalHIPAA is offering a free Business Associate Agreement on their new, redesigned website! When you are on their home page, click the bar at the top of the screen to download a copy of their BAA template.
Almost all Q2 2021 rates are available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.
Complete our Calendar Card Request Form to get a 2021 B&P Calendar Card sent to your address! Our 2021 calendar is a 5x7 card with rounded corners and is printed on Shutterfly's thickest available cardstock.
Some Q1 2021 rates are available in bpQuote, with more expected to be released in the next couple of weeks! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.
We are excited to announce that Beere&Purves has signed a large group General Agency contract with Kaiser Permanente. You can sell Kaiser Permanente large group business with 101 to 300 eligible employees through Beere&Purves beginning with an October 1, 2020 effective date.
We revamped our Small Group Insurance Boot Camp to give you access to training materials from wherever, whenever!
All Q4 2022 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.
bpQuote has rolled out an enhancement to the Employee Worksheets ACA report that allows the user to easily select the same plans from other reports without having to reselect them once the Carrier Package is chosen.
bpQuote has rolled out an enhancement to the Benefits & Table Rates Report section at the front of the quote engine that allows you to filter to a specific carrier if desired. You can also select "All" to show all plans for available based on the effective date and the plan type radio button options.
bpQuote has rolled out an enhancement that will make it easier to find existing employees in a large census.
bpQuote has rolled out an enhancement to the quote engine to allow you to filter to plans with or without infertility coverage.
HealthConnect will be performing maintenance on the quote engine from 6 PM to 9 PM PST on Saturday, November 13th. bpQuote may have intermittent outages during this time.
bpQuote has rolled out an enhancement to the quote engine to allow you to show the tiered rates on the Vision Worksheets report.
bpQuote has rolled out two new enhancements to the quote engine regarding the compare plans feature and the number of plans included on each page of the ACA Worksheets.
bpQuote has rolled out four enhancements to the quote engine that will give you more control over your proposals.
HealthConnect will be performing maintenance on the quote engine from 3 AM to 8 AM PST on Saturday, August 14th. bpQuote may have intermittent outages during this time.
The IRS has released the 2023 annual HSA contribution limits as well as the HDHP deductible and out-of-pocket expense limits. The tables below show the 2022 and 2023 amounts with the year-over-year changes.
Help your clients make smart decisions instead of gut decisions by downloading the 2022 SMB Benefits and Employee Insights Report.
With December wrapping up and January business deadlines quickly approaching, we wanted to remind you how you can benefit by partnering with B&P.
The IRS has announced the 2022 FSA, Transit and Parking limits with increases due to inflation.
With December and January business deadlines quickly approaching, we wanted to remind you how you can benefit by partnering with B&P.
We understand that you and your clients are responsible for more work than ever before. Therefore, we are providing you with this reminder that the Medicare Modernization Act (MMA) requires your clients to complete two disclosure requirements pertaining to the creditable coverage of their prescription drug plan.
The Affordable Care Act (ACA or health care reform law) requires health plans to meet a minimum medical loss ratio (MLR), which varies according to market. Health insurance issuers must meet a minimum MLR of 85% in the fully insured large group market and 80% in the fully insured small group and individual markets.
Ease is back at it again, this time bringing you a cutting-edge 2021 open enrollment readiness report — and you’re among the first to get access to it. Download your copy of this report to be one step ahead of your competition going into open enrollment season.
Ease is partnering with their GAs to gain a better understanding of the challenges and needs brokers have going into Q4.
The IRS has released the 2022 annual HSA contribution limits as well as the HDHP deductible and out-of-pocket expense limits. The tables below show the 2021 and 2022 amounts with the year-over-year changes.
Anthem Blue Cross is pleased to announce that Adventist Health has rescinded its notice of termination. All entity contracts (i.e., hospital-referenced below, ambulatory surgery center, hospice, home health, and prudent buyer professional) remain in full force and effect until the contract renewal is fully implemented.
Health Net's relationship with Tenet Healthcare Corporation is longstanding and valued. Structural contract changes are being negotiated to keep increases in health care costs in check.
Anthem Blue Cross is pleased to announce that they have successfully renewed their contract agreements with Rady Children’s, comprising the following entities...
Aetna small group members can access a variety of discounts on products and services. For instance, hearing, vision, physical fitness and general health and wellness.
Aetna is happy to announce that they have reached an agreement with Optum Health effective April 1, 2022, for their California HMO, PPO and POS networks.
Anthem Blue Cross is pleased to announce that they have successfully renewed their Commercial and Medicare Agreements with John Muir Health which provides services to members in Contra Costa County and surrounding communities.
Thousands of primary care and specialty doctors in the Optum Care network continue to be available for 2022. With hundreds of clinic locations and urgent care centers, Optum provides a full range of services from primary care to specialty and surgical care.
Anthem has teamed up with top doctors to make high-quality care simple to find and pay for.
Anthem Blue Cross provided recent updates on negotiations with various medical providers in California.
Aetna provided an update to consultants, producers and brokers regarding their active contract negotiations with Optum Group for the following medical groups: AppleCare, Monarch, and PrimeCare.
All Q4 2022 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.
Anticipated renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.
Aetna announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
Aetna Small Group is offering big savings when you bundle dental and vision with them! Their premium credit program starts July 1, 2022, and runs through January 15, 2023.
Aetna has decided to no longer offer the Aetna OAMC plans which utilize the Sutter Health Aetna provider network. Aetna stopped quoting their small group Sutter Health Aetna network plans as of 6/1/22. Also, Aetna will not be enrolling new customers into these plans starting 7/1/22 effective dates and forward.
Aetna announced plan and rate updates for July 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
Aetna small group members can access a variety of discounts on products and services. For instance, hearing, vision, physical fitness and general health and wellness.
Aetna is happy to announce that they have reached an agreement with Optum Health effective April 1, 2022, for their California HMO, PPO and POS networks.
Attain offers members personalized goals, achievable actions and big rewards. The result? Industry-leading engagement, sustained behavior changes and unique sensor analytics allowing Aetna to clinically intervene earlier and support members.
Beginning on February 17, CVS Pharmacy will offer Aetna Small Group (2-100) members two options to get COVID-19 at-home (OTC) tests at no upfront cost. These options apply to customers who cover OTC tests under the pharmacy benefit.
Anthem Blue Cross is pleased to announce that Adventist Health has rescinded its notice of termination. All entity contracts (i.e., hospital-referenced below, ambulatory surgery center, hospice, home health, and prudent buyer professional) remain in full force and effect until the contract renewal is fully implemented.
Anthem is making it easier to submit early during the peak season with their premium deferral option.
All Q4 2022 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.
Anthem is updating their Network Flexibility Promotions for August 1, 2022 to December 15, 2022 effective dates. The main change will apply to the second and third options in the bullets below where groups can now offer both PPO network alongside the different HMO combinations.
Anticipated renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.
Anthem announced rate and plan updates for October 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
Anthem's 7% enhanced commission is coming in September for groups with 5 or more enrolling. They also offer great underwriting and network flexibility to help you sell more business with Anthem.
For new business cases sold in the month of September 2022 (9/1 and 9/15 effective dates) with 5+ enrolled employees, Anthem is offering 7% commission to all agents!
Anthem Blue Cross is pleased to announce that they have successfully renewed their contract agreements with Rady Children’s, comprising the following entities...
Anthem has some great news! They are relaxing their Dental and Vision participation effective May 1, 2022.
We are excited to announce that B&P's large group carriers are now all quoting January 1, 2023 rates! Send your next large group RFP to B&P to get quotes for Anthem Blue Cross, Health Net, and Kaiser Permanente large group plans.
Members will be reimbursed for over-the-counter COVID-19 diagnostic tests they buy on or after January 15, 2022. They may have to pay out of pocket when they buy the test, but they can submit a claim online in Anthem's member portal for reimbursement.
A recent announcement from the federal government intends to increase access to COVID-19 testing. As of January 15, 2022, members can get reimbursed by their health plan without cost-share for the costs of over-the-counter diagnostic COVID-19 tests until the end of the Coronavirus Public Health Emergency. Diagnostic tests are performed if members are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or have been recently exposed.
Anthem Large Group and Small Group in California are pleased to announce that Hoag is joining their Priority Select Network starting January 1, 2022.
It’s important for people to understand their COVID-19 testing options should they need to get tested. To help you and your clients understand your options, check out Anthem's latest article on the COVID-19 Resource Center called, The Different Types of COVID-19 Tests.
We are excited to announce that B&P's large group carriers are now all quoting January 1, 2022 rates! Send your next large group RFP to B&P to get quotes for Anthem Blue Cross, Health Net, and Kaiser Permanente large group plans.
The Employer Resource Center (ERC) is a personalized website created exclusively for each of your Large Group clients that makes it easy for them to find materials and resources about the products they’ve purchased from Anthem. Plan information and resources your clients need to help employees stay healthy and obtain the most from their benefits are all gathered in one place.
As the number of fully vaccinated people grows, Anthem wants to keep you informed. Current data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that more than one-fifth of all Americans have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccination and more than one-tenth are fully vaccinated.
Group administrators can now view an electronic enrollment file through Anthem's new Electronic Enrollment Tool (EET) in EmployerAccess. Available in late March, this new process delivers faster results than emailed PDF forms that needed to be filled out and returned.
Unemployment is an additional challenge many Americans are facing as organizations adjust to changes caused by COVID-19. Making health benefit decisions can be difficult for those who are without coverage because of unforeseen work circumstances.
It's tax season. And business owners are reminded of how much they pay. They are probably wondering how they can get more tax breaks, including on healthcare expenses.
ArmadaCare has moved beyond the C-Suite with other unique employer-paid supplemental plan options. Come find out how these plans can help solve business problems for your clients.
Many benefits address only one or two benefit categories: saving time, promoting well-being, supporting financially, or providing tax savings. Ultimate Health is a supplemental healthcare reimbursement plan designed to help companies address virtually every benefit category.
When you talk about an executive medical reimbursement plan, also called expense reimbursed insurance, it’s not rare to get questions like, “Is that still allowed,” or “I thought you couldn’t do that anymore?” Let’s tackle those questions and get to the bottom of it.
Ultimate Health by ArmadaCare is a supplemental healthcare reimbursement plan designed to help companies offer a broad range of coverage types that tailor to different life stage needs, a way to get back to 100% coverage levels, a tax-efficient compensation tool, along with health, wellness and travel support services.Ultimate Health is suitable for any size and type of company and can be added onto virtually any company base medical plan at any month of the year.
All Q4 2022 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.
Anticipated renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.
CaliforniaChoice announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
CaliforniaChoice announced plan and rate updates for July 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
CaliforniaChoice announced plan and rate updates for April 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
CaliforniaChoice announced they are adding two new Anthem Blue Cross plans effective March 1, 2022. These new plans Rates are available for quoting!
CaliforniaChoice sent the following information to brokers and groups about Sutter Health Plus and their new 2022 Pharmacy Benefit Manager, CVS Caremark®.
CaliforniaChoice is always looking for ways to improve and modernize their business. With that goal in mind, broker summary renewals will be paperless starting with February renewals. And you won’t miss anything! The contents of the summary renewal are included in the full renewal and available in your calchoice.com broker portal the day the renewal is issued.
CaliforniaChoice announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
CaliforniaChoice announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2021 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2022 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!
ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for July 1, 2022 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!
ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for April 1, 2022 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!
ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2022 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!
ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2021 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!
CHOICE Administrators provided an update on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) as it relates to the COBRA Premium Assistance.
ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for July 1, 2021 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!
For business effective March 1, 2021, ChoiceBuilder is welcoming BIG groups to their program, all the way up to 500 employees.
Members enrolled in VSP through ChoiceBuilder will have more options for eye exams and prescription eyewear starting in January. That’s because VSP is expanding its network to include Walmart and Sam’s Club!
Beginning in January 2021, the ChoiceBuilder® Administrative Fee will increase by $5 for groups with 2 – 199 employees. ChoiceBuilder had originally planned this change to go into effect in December 2020 but they have delayed it to January 2021.
All Q4 2022 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.
Cigna + Oscar announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
Cigna + Oscar announced their extended LocalPlus network effective July 1, 2022.
Cigna + Oscar announced plan and rate updates for July 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
Cigna + Oscar announced plan and rate updates for April 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
Cigna + Oscar announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
Cigna + Oscar announced rate updates for October 1, 2021 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
It's warming up! Summer is here and Cigna + Oscar has some sizzling hot plans and rates. Take advantage of Cigna + Oscar’s Q4 rate hold and quote your groups early!
Cigna + Oscar announced a $10,000 Mega Bonus for groups with 50 or more enrolled employees. That's right - Cigna + Oscar would like to pay a $10,000 bonus for groups with 50-100 enrolled employees.
Cigna + Oscar announced rate updates for July 1, 2021 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
Great news: Cigna + Oscar has a new bonus program to share with you. Beginning April 1, 2021 in Northern California AND Southern California you can earn $350 for every Cigna + Oscar group with four or more enrolled employees with effective dates from April 1, 2021 through December 15, 2021.
Great news: Cigna + Oscar has expanded their Cigna LocalPlus® network in Northern California! With 63 hospitals and more than 23,000 primary care providers and specialists, Cigna + Oscar plans offer members easy access to even more quality providers like UCSF, Stanford, John Muir and Dignity.
Cigna + Oscar is expanding to 9 additional rating regions effective April 1, 2021.
Cigna + Oscar announced rate updates for April 1, 2021 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
Cigna + Oscar received approval for their 2021 plans and rates from the California Department of Insurance!
Cigna + Oscar is working with the California Department of Insurance to approve their rates and plans. Cigna + Oscar was originally targeting an October 1, 2020 release but they are now looking to begin quoting effective December 1, 2020.
We are excited to announce the addition of Cigna + Oscar to the Beere&Purves small group portfolio beginning with October 1, 2020 effective dates. As your business partner, we continue to make sure you have access to carriers that will help you meet the needs of your clients and their employees, and Cigna + Oscar does exactly that!
Covered CA for Small Business has a new incentive program that pays when you sign up new small groups with 6 or more employees from October 1, 2018 to January 1, 2019.
We are excited to announce that Beere&Purves has been awarded a General Agent contract for Covered California for Small Business (CCSB) effective September 1, 2018. As your business partner, we continue to make sure you have access to carriers that will help you meet the needs of your clients and their employees, and CCSB does exactly that.
Delta Dental provided news and insights for their brokers.
Selling and retaining small groups isn’t easy. That’s why brokers deserve a reward for their hard work and Delta has announced a new small group broker rewards program. Brokers may be eligible for additional compensation for selling to new groups and retaining eligible groups of two to 99 lives.
Delta Dental provided news and insights for their brokers.
Delta Dental provided news and insights for their brokers.
Delta Dental provided news and insights for their brokers.
Delta Dental provided news and updates for Delta Dental brokers.
Delta Dental provided news and updates for Delta Dental brokers.
Delta Dental announced the launch of their new DeltaVision product effective January 1, 2022. Below are some additional resources to help you hit the ground running with this exciting new offering for 2022!
Delta Dental announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2022 effective dates, rates are available for quoting.
Delta Dental provided news and updates for brokers regarding a variety of topics.
A key element of Guardian's Group Benefits strategy is to enhance and expand their portfolio of products and services to support the well-being of members. As part of this focus, Guardian also continually evaluates their existing products and services, measuring their impact and seeing how well they align with their Purpose and strategy.
Guardian announced rate updates for January 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
Guardian announced rate updates for January 1, 2021 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
As a reminder, Guardian introduced the Guardian Pandemic Support Program* to help your clients with fully-insured Guardian dental and vision plans be able to manage costs by choosing either a premium credit or extended rate guarantee.**
Guardian recently introduced the Guardian Pandemic Support Program* to help your clients manage costs and provide employees with affordable, uninterrupted access to dental care as practices reopen for elective treatments.
Guardian has heard directly from many of you about how significantly the pandemic has impacted employers and their members’ ability to receive dental care.
Currently, 92% of small business owners are reporting a moderate to very high level of stress at this time, yet over 70% are still optimistic about the future. Guardian is committed to providing their small businesses customers with the support they need to help navigate the challenges of this unprecedented time.
Guardian announced rate updates for January 1, 2020 effective dates with some changes to underwriting. Rates are available for quoting!
EaseCentral, the leading HR and benefits SaaS platform powered by insurance brokers, has announced an integration with insurance provider The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America®, (Guardian).
Guardian has announced rate and underwriting adjustments for January 1, 2019 effective dates with no benefit changes. Rates are available for quoting!
Health Net's relationship with Tenet Healthcare Corporation is longstanding and valued. Structural contract changes are being negotiated to keep increases in health care costs in check.
All Q4 2022 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.
As a result of a review of the 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 MLR Annual Reporting Forms of Health Net of California, Inc., it was determined that Health Net of California, Inc. had to recalculate its MLR for those years and we are providing affected groups with a premium rebate that is due as a result.
Anticipated renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.
Health Net announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2022. Rates are available for quoting!
Health Net Life Insurance Company Small Group PPO plans will no longer be offered in the Covered California for Small Business (CCSB) marketplace beginning on January 1, 2023. Here’s what you need to know.
Health Net's Peak Season Incentive Program gives you a lot to look forward to for September 2022 through January 2023 new business effective dates.
Health Net is excited to announce the launch of the 2022 Elite Partners Program (EPP) contest! Health Net’s top performers will have the chance to win an exclusive getaway to the Fairmont Orchid Resort on the Big Island of Hawaii on May 17-20, 2023, to meet with Health Net Senior leadership, discuss industry trends and future growth strategies.
Health Net announced that the Health Net mobile app will no longer be available for Android users. While the Health Net mobile app is no longer available for Android users, Apple users can still access the mobile app.
Health Net is asking brokers to help spread the word about Babylon App. The Babylon app offers appointments available at no cost to most members.
With upcoming registration deadlines approaching for CalSavers, you are probably hearing a lot about California’s retirement savings program.
Employers in California with 5 or more employees will be required to offer a qualified retirement savings plan starting as early as 2020, or face financial penalties.
We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Human Interest as our preferred retirement plan provider!
Kaiser Permanente's broker briefing provides important updates for individual, small group, and large group clients.
All Q4 2022 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.
Anticipated renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.
The links on Transparency In Pricing Machine-Readable Files | Kaiser Permanente are to machine-readable files (MRFs) that comply with the federal Transparency in Coverage rule. The files will be made public for plan years that begin on or after January 1, 2022 and will be refreshed monthly.
Kaiser Permanente's broker briefing provides important updates for individual, small group, and large group clients.
As COVID-19 cases increase throughout communities, getting vaccinated and staying up to date with booster shots is the best way for everyone to stay protected. COVID-19 home antigen tests are another important tool for slowing the spread of the virus. These tests are an easy, no-cost way to get quick results — usually within 30 minutes.
While self-tests are in short supply, here are some ways Kaiser Permanente members may be able to get COVID-19 home antigen tests at no cost.
Kaiser Permanente recently provided information on how members can get reimbursed for rapid antigen home tests.
Kaiser Permanente provided information on COVID-19 home tests following guidance from the Biden administration.
Kaiser announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
MetLife's most recent monthly bulletin focuses on rounding out your customers' healthcare coverage with vision insurance and interest in disability insurance.
As workplace dynamics continue to evolve, it’s important to understand the shifting landscapes. With two decades of research backed by 150+ years of expertise, MetLife’s 20th Annual U.S. Employee Benefit Trends Study delivers actionable insights to help you create more informed benefit recommendations.
MetLife's most recent monthly bulletin focuses on providing additional resources to boost you and your client's health and financial wellness.
For globally-mobile employees, it has been an exceptionally stressful year, compared to their domestic peers. However, globally-mobile employees are more engaged with their benefits and report higher satisfaction.
Dental benefits are a highly visible part of an employer’s benefits program. Seven in ten employees consider their dental coverage to be a must-have benefit.¹ And with each visit to the dentist, they’re evaluating the value of the plan, the savings, and the provider network.
Over the last year and a half, healthcare workers have faced an immense amount of pressure. Now, even as these employees recover, they continue to navigate pandemic-related concerns in all aspects of their lives – and they need employer support now more than ever.
Employee benefits programs are set to play a pivotal role as employees take a fresh look at the protection and financial security their benefits options can provide. 62 percent of employees think benefits are more important because of the COVID-19 pandemic. And 78 percent want benefits that work together to protect their physical, financial, mental, and social well-being.
Over the last year, the world and the workforce have changed in unprecedented ways. Now, MetLife is sharing the workforce trends that are impacting brokers, their clients and other employers.
For many people, pets are more than a furry distraction—they’re important members of the family. And keeping them healthy and happy is a top priority for maintaining the pet’s quality of life. But even one unexpected trip to the vet can wreak havoc on an employee’s personal finances.
2020 was a roller coaster of challenges for small business owners. Navigating the impact of the pandemic meant most had to pivot and, in many cases, make hard choices to survive and succeed. Through all the ups and downs, small business employees were right there with their employers. The close-knit employer-to-employee relationships are the foundation of American small businesses. According to MetLife’s 18th annual U.S. Employee Benefit Trends Study research in 2020, seven in ten small business employers believe they have a responsibility for their employees’ well-being.¹ And, despite budget concerns, they’re looking for options to enhance their benefits programs.
Principal sent an email to brokers and groups last week regarding the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021's (ARPA) COBRA subsidy, including versions for states that offer state continuation benefits. These letters went to Principal clients with dental and/or vision insurance with Principal.
Principal has exciting news to share. Beginning with May 1, 2021 effective dates, Principal will be able to quote down to 2 lives! Their updated guidelines are:
Principal shared some important updates and reminders that will benefit both new and current Principal business.
COVID-19 is impacting everyone’s lives – including trips to the dentist. Most dental offices have been temporarily closed for non-emergency services. And Principal understands employers and their employees have had limited use of their dental benefits.
Increase your earning potential by working with Principal. Place new business and retain business with Principal, and you may be eligible for their group benefit bonus programs.
Principal has made some enhancements to their open enrollment guidelines effective 2020.
Principal's EAP vendor, Magellan, is offering free services to anyone who needs some support due to the wildfires in California.
Principal is giving you even more reasons to sell dental only or bundled coverages! Promotion is available for groups through January 1, 2020.
CaliforniaChoice, Covered CA for Small Business, Principal, and UnitedHealthcare all have 2019 bonus programs for specific effective dates. Click on the hyperlinks below each carrier to see the full details and program rules.
Increase your earning potential by working with Principal. Place new business and retain business with Principal, and you may be eligible for their group benefit bonus programs.
UHC provided important updates regarding their Dental Rate Cap Extension, Bundling Discounts, and Q4 + 1 Specialty Playbook.
All Q4 2022 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.
UHC provided important information on their Financial Protection Post-Sale Document, Bundling Discounts, and STD & LTD participation and contribution requirements.
Anticipated renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.
UnitedHealthcare is revising some of their underwriting guidelines to make it even easier to sell UHC than ever before.
UnitedHealthcare is aware of the Supreme Court’s decision on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization and will continue to monitor further developments on a state-by-state basis. They have provided Traveling and Lodging FAQs for clients.
UHC announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!
UHC provided important updates on their Voluntary Dental & Vision participation, STD & LTD participation and contribution requirements, and conversion for Basic Life and Supplement Life policies.
UHC provided important updates on waiving the dental waiting period and their large vision network.
UHC provided important updates on their small group bundling program, beneficiary companion, and LTD Member Assistance Program.
VSP announced a 2023 rate pass, with no changes to plan benefits or underwriting. Rates are available for quoting!
VSP has announced a Rate Pass through December 31st, 2022, with no changes to plan benefits or underwriting. Rates are available for quoting!
At VSP the wellbeing of their clients, members, partners, and VSP network doctors is at the heart of everything they do. They are available to help members access the vision care they need, when they need it most. As you’ve likely already heard, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) provides temporary premium assistance for continuation of coverage for qualified individuals who lost their coverage due to COVID-19 through tax credits for employers and insurance carriers, as appropriate. The premium assistance will be available from April 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021.
VSP has announced a Rate Pass through December 31st, 2021, with no changes to plan benefits or underwriting. Rates are available for quoting!
VSP Vision Care is committed to doing all they can to help you and your clients navigate through the uncertainty, as we move toward recovery.
After an 11-year partnership, VSP has reached an agreement to acquire Visionworks, a full-service optical retailer.
VSP has announced a Rate Pass through December 31st, 2020, with no changes to plan benefits or underwriting. Rates are available for quoting!
VSP has announced a Rate Pass through December 31, 2019, with no changes to plan benefits or underwriting.
When your employees create an account on vsp.com, they'll get the most out of their VSP benefit and be eligible to win a $5,000 shopping spree.
Now through January 31, eligible VSP® Vision Care members get an extra $40 to spend on bebe, Cole Haan, Flexon®, and Salvatore Ferragamo frames.
