News & Updates

3 Reasons to Sell UHC This Q4 & Q1

3 Reasons to Sell UHC This Q4 & Q1

Oct 02, 2023

UHC is competitive throughout California, plus they offer flexible underwriting along with industry leading wellness and rewards program.

Kaiser Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Kaiser Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Sep 20, 2023

Kaiser announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2024 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Reminder: Creditable Coverage Disclosure Deadline is 10/14

Reminder: Creditable Coverage Disclosure Deadline is 10/14

Sep 18, 2023

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.

VSP Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

VSP Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Sep 18, 2023

VSP announced a 2024 rate pass, with no changes to plan benefits or underwriting. Rates are available for quoting!

CCSB Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

CCSB Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Sep 15, 2023

Covered California for Small Business announced rate updates for January 1, 2024 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

MetLife's September 2023 Insights & Takeaways

MetLife's September 2023 Insights & Takeaways

Sep 14, 2023

MetLife is excited to share valuable resources and industry insights to help you and your clients stay informed.

Health Net: COVID-19 Benefit Changes Begin November 12, 2023

Health Net: COVID-19 Benefit Changes Begin November 12, 2023

Sep 14, 2023

Health Net announced changes to how benefits associated to COVID-19 will be handled beginning November 12, 2023.

UHC Introduces New Sales & Conversion Bonus

UHC Introduces New Sales & Conversion Bonus

Sep 14, 2023

UnitedHealthcare is offering a bonus to agents who sell new UnitedHealthcare fully insured and level-funded medical plans or who convert existing UnitedHealthcare fully insured medical plans to UnitedHealthcare level-funded medical plans with up to 100 eligible employees, with effective dates from October 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024.

Anthem: 2022 MLR Rebates Will Mail in September

Anthem: 2022 MLR Rebates Will Mail in September

Sep 14, 2023

Anthem groups and Individual members in 12 states will receive 2022 medical loss ratio (MLR) rebates this year. Anthem mailed the rebates to groups on 9/8/23.

UHC Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

UHC Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Sep 14, 2023

UHC announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2024 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

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Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Jul 24, 2023

Anticipated Q4 2023 renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

May 09, 2023

All Q3 2023 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

Q2 2023 Rate Availability Update

Q2 2023 Rate Availability Update

Feb 08, 2023

All Q2 2023 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

2023 Updates with B&P

2023 Updates with B&P

Oct 19, 2022

You have 4 valuable opportunities to join the B&P Sales Team to learn about the changes going into effect on January 1, 2023 for B&P carrier partners.

Q4 2022 Rate Availability Update

Q4 2022 Rate Availability Update

Aug 01, 2022

All Q4 2022 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Jul 22, 2022

Anticipated renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.

Post Approval Reminders

Post Approval Reminders

Jan 03, 2022

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.

Q4 2021 Rate Availability Update

Q4 2021 Rate Availability Update

Jul 06, 2021

All Q4 2021 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

Need a Business Associate Agreement? TotalHIPAA has you Covered!

Need a Business Associate Agreement? TotalHIPAA has you Covered!

Feb 16, 2021

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.

Q2 2021 Rates Available for Quoting

Q2 2021 Rates Available for Quoting

Feb 01, 2021

Almost all Q2 2021 rates are available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

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bpQuote Maintenance from 3 AM - 8 AM PST on Saturday, 8/12

bpQuote Maintenance from 3 AM - 8 AM PST on Saturday, 8/12

Aug 10, 2023

HealthConnect will be performing maintenance on the quote engine from 3 AM to 8 AM PST on Saturday, August 12th. bpQuote may have intermittent outages during this time.

bpQuote Maintenance from 3 AM - 9 AM PDT on Saturday, 5/27

bpQuote Maintenance from 3 AM - 9 AM PDT on Saturday, 5/27

May 24, 2023

HealthConnect will be performing maintenance on the quote engine from 3 AM to 9 AM PDT on Saturday, May 27th. bpQuote may have intermittent outages during this time.

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

May 09, 2023

All Q3 2023 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

bpQuote Maintenance from 3 AM - 8 AM PST on Saturday, 2/11

bpQuote Maintenance from 3 AM - 8 AM PST on Saturday, 2/11

Feb 08, 2023

HealthConnect will be performing maintenance on the quote engine from 3 AM to 8 AM PST on Saturday, February 11th. bpQuote may have intermittent outages during this time.

Q2 2023 Rate Availability Update

Q2 2023 Rate Availability Update

Feb 08, 2023

All Q2 2023 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

bpQuote Rolls Out 4 New Enhancements

bpQuote Rolls Out 4 New Enhancements

Feb 07, 2023

bpQuote has rolled out four new enhancements to the quote engine. These enhancements will make it easier to filter, sort, and export information.

bpQuote Maintenance from 3 AM - 8 AM PST on Saturday, 11/12

bpQuote Maintenance from 3 AM - 8 AM PST on Saturday, 11/12

Nov 09, 2022

HealthConnect will be performing maintenance on the quote engine from 3 AM to 8 AM PST on Saturday, November 12th. bpQuote may have intermittent outages during this time.

Q4 2022 Rate Availability Update

Q4 2022 Rate Availability Update

Aug 01, 2022

All Q4 2022 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

bpQuote Enhances Employee Worksheet ACA Plan Selection

bpQuote Enhances Employee Worksheet ACA Plan Selection

Apr 25, 2022

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 Adds Carrier Filter to Benefits & Table Rates Reports

bpQuote Adds Carrier Filter to Benefits & Table Rates Reports

Feb 28, 2022

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.

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Reminder: Creditable Coverage Disclosure Deadline is 10/14

Reminder: Creditable Coverage Disclosure Deadline is 10/14

Sep 18, 2023

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.

2024 Annual HSA Limits Announced

2024 Annual HSA Limits Announced

May 18, 2023

The IRS has released the 2024 annual HSA contribution limits as well as the HDHP deductible and out-of-pocket expense limits. The tables below show the 2023 and 2024 amounts with the year-over-year changes.

Employee Navigator Announces Acquisition of Ease

Employee Navigator Announces Acquisition of Ease

Apr 11, 2023

Ease is excited to announce that they have been acquired by Employee Navigator. You can read the full press release here for additional details and to learn more about the acquisition.

Commissioner Lara and Legislators Push to Further Enhance California’s Preventive Health Care Protections Following Texas Court Ruling

Commissioner Lara and Legislators Push to Further Enhance California’s Preventive Health Care Protections Following Texas Court Ruling

Mar 31, 2023

The following information was sent from California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara regarding the federal trial court ruling in Braidwood Management Inc. v. Becerra which ruled that employers can't be required to cover specified preventive services under the ACA.

New Required Ethics One-Hour Study on Insurance Fraud

New Required Ethics One-Hour Study on Insurance Fraud

Mar 13, 2023

The following information was sent from California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara regarding a new requirement for a one hour of study on insurance fraud as part of the prelicensing education for new applicants and continuing education requirements for licensed agents and brokers. Please review the entire message to ensure you satisfy the new education requirements in effect as of March 1, 2023.

Ease’s 2023 SMB Benefits & Employee Insights Report

Ease’s 2023 SMB Benefits & Employee Insights Report

Mar 06, 2023

Pulled from a year’s worth of benefits decisions in Ease — featuring trends from the past three years — the 2023 SMB Benefits and Employee Insights Report helps brokers and agencies benchmark.

Biden Administration Ending COVID-19 National Emergency and Public Health Emergency Effective May 11, 2023

Biden Administration Ending COVID-19 National Emergency and Public Health Emergency Effective May 11, 2023

Feb 07, 2023

The Biden Administration announced on January 30, 2023, that it will end the COVID-19 national emergency and public health emergency (PHE) on May 11, 2023. These emergencies were set to expire on March 1 and April 11 respectively, but they will now extend to May 11 to allow a wind-down period as they had previously committed to.

CAA Sec. 204 Prescription Drug Data Collection (RxDC)

CAA Sec. 204 Prescription Drug Data Collection (RxDC)

Dec 30, 2022

Section 204 of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA) requires insurance companies and employer-based health plans to submit information about prescription drugs to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

IRS Extends Certain ACA Reporting Deadlines

IRS Extends Certain ACA Reporting Deadlines

Dec 29, 2022

On December 15, 2022, the IRS released a final rule permanently extending the ACA deadlines for furnishing forms to individuals by 30 days. This means the next deadline, which is for the 2022 plan year, for furnishing forms to individuals will be March 2, 2023, as opposed to January 31, 2023.

Family Glitch Final Rule Overview

Family Glitch Final Rule Overview

Dec 05, 2022

The IRS recently issued final regulations that revise how employer-sponsored affordability is calculated for a family regarding their eligibility for the premium tax credit for Marketplace coverage.

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Anthem & Community Medical Centers (Community Health System) Renew Agreement

Anthem & Community Medical Centers (Community Health System) Renew Agreement

Jul 18, 2023

Anthem is pleased to announce that they have renewed their agreement retro-effective January 1, 2023, with these four Community Medical Centers entities.

Aetna & UC Health System Reach Agreement

Aetna & UC Health System Reach Agreement

May 01, 2023

Aetna and UC Health System reached an agreement on April 13, 2023, for all products (HMO/OAMC/PPO/EPO) and for all segments (small group, mid-market, etc.).

Anthem & Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) Renew Agreement

Anthem & Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) Renew Agreement

Mar 28, 2023

Anthem is pleased to announce that they have renewed their agreement retro-effective February 1, 2023, with these three Children's Hospital of Orange (CHOC) entities.

Health Net and Prime Care Medical Group of Chino Valley Contract Update

Health Net and Prime Care Medical Group of Chino Valley Contract Update

Mar 20, 2023

Health Net provided an update that the PrimeCare Medical Group of Chino Valley (PPG # 741/1252) contract termination has now been delayed to June 1, 2023.

Health Net Renews with Riverside Medical Clinic

Health Net Renews with Riverside Medical Clinic

Mar 20, 2023

Great news! Health Net of California, Inc. (Health Net) has reached an agreement with Riverside Medical Clinic (PPG # 2946) to continue to be contracted with Health Net for all products that participate with Riverside Medical Clinic. Health Net has reached a two-year agreement with Riverside Medical Clinic though April 2025.

Anthem & Prime Healthcare System (PHC) Desert Valley Hospital Reach Agreement

Anthem & Prime Healthcare System (PHC) Desert Valley Hospital Reach Agreement

Mar 20, 2023

Anthem is pleased to announce that they have reached an agreement effective March 1, 2023, with Desert Valley Hospital located in San Bernardino County.

Health Net and Prime Care Medical Group of Chino Valley Contract Update

Health Net and Prime Care Medical Group of Chino Valley Contract Update

Feb 28, 2023

Effective May 1, 2023, Prime Care Medical Group of Chino Valley PPG will no longer be a part of the following Health Net networks across their Commercial lines of business:

UnitedHealthcare Renews Network Relationship with Community Medical Centers

UnitedHealthcare Renews Network Relationship with Community Medical Centers

Jan 24, 2023

UnitedHealthcare and Community Medical Centers (CMC) have reached a multi-year agreement that ensures UnitedHealthcare’s members enrolled in employer-sponsored and individual commercial plans, as well as Medicare Advantage and Group Retiree plans, have access to the following CMC hospitals and facilities in the Fresno region...

Anthem & Community Memorial Health System Renew Commercial & Medicare Agreement

Anthem & Community Memorial Health System Renew Commercial & Medicare Agreement

Jan 17, 2023

Anthem Blue Cross is pleased to announce that they have successfully renewed their Commercial and Medicare agreement with Community Memorial Health System, comprising the below-referenced hospitals...

Anthem & Scripps Health Plan Services Renew HMO Agreements

Anthem & Scripps Health Plan Services Renew HMO Agreements

Jan 05, 2023

Anthem Blue Cross is pleased to announce that they have successfully renewed their Commercial HMO Agreement with San Diego County’s Scripps Health Plan Services, comprising the following entities...

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Aetna Provides Update on 2022 MLR Rebates

Aetna Provides Update on 2022 MLR Rebates

Aug 21, 2023

California small groups will not receive MLR rebates as Aetna met or exceeded MLR thresholds for their California pools.

Aetna: Small Group Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Attestation

Aetna: Small Group Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Attestation

Aug 08, 2023

Aetna will submit the Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Attestation on behalf of all fully-insured and small group AFA plan sponsors.

Aetna Offers Care Within Reach

Aetna Offers Care Within Reach

Aug 01, 2023

When your employees visit nearby MinuteClinic locations, they can get the same quality care that they would at an urgent care center or hospital for a variety of services. This includes vaccinations, physical screenings, care for chronic conditions and more.

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Jul 24, 2023

Anticipated Q4 2023 renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.

Aetna Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

Aetna Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

Jul 05, 2023

Aetna announced ​plan and rate updates for October 1, 2023 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Formulary Changes for Aetna California Small Group Plans Effective July 1, 2023

Formulary Changes for Aetna California Small Group Plans Effective July 1, 2023

Jun 26, 2023

Effective July 1, 2023, Aetna will be separating their Aetna Health Exchange Plan, Small Group California formulary into two separate formularies – California HMO and California OAMC/PPO.

Behavioral Health Support Your Employees Can Count On

Behavioral Health Support Your Employees Can Count On

May 22, 2023

When employees get the support they need, they can be more productive. Higher performing employees can improve your bottom line.

Wondering How to Keep Health Care Costs in Check?

Wondering How to Keep Health Care Costs in Check?

May 12, 2023

Enjoy the perks of an Aetna Funding Advantage plan. Aetna's level-funded plans give you the cost control and choices your clients' need, and potential savings to put back into their businesses.

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

May 09, 2023

All Q3 2023 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

Aetna & UC Health System Reach Agreement

Aetna & UC Health System Reach Agreement

May 01, 2023

Aetna and UC Health System reached an agreement on April 13, 2023, for all products (HMO/OAMC/PPO/EPO) and for all segments (small group, mid-market, etc.).

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Anthem: 2022 MLR Rebates Will Mail in September

Anthem: 2022 MLR Rebates Will Mail in September

Sep 14, 2023

Anthem groups and Individual members in 12 states will receive 2022 medical loss ratio (MLR) rebates this year. Anthem mailed the rebates to groups on 9/8/23.

Anthem Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Anthem Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Sep 07, 2023

Anthem announced rate and plan updates for January 1, 2024 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Jul 24, 2023

Anticipated Q4 2023 renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.

Anthem & Community Medical Centers (Community Health System) Renew Agreement

Anthem & Community Medical Centers (Community Health System) Renew Agreement

Jul 18, 2023

Anthem is pleased to announce that they have renewed their agreement retro-effective January 1, 2023, with these four Community Medical Centers entities.

Anthem Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

Anthem Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

Jul 12, 2023

Anthem announced rate and plan updates for October 1, 2023 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Anthem Is Changing Their Life and Disability Administration Platform In Preparation For The Standard's Acquisition

Anthem Is Changing Their Life and Disability Administration Platform In Preparation For The Standard's Acquisition

Jun 27, 2023

To prepare for The Standard's acquisition of Anthem's Life & Disability business, Anthem will be migrating Life & Disability groups to a single enrollment and billing system called Compassi. The migration dates will vary based on renewal dates.

Anthem: CAA Gag Clause Compliance Requirements

Anthem: CAA Gag Clause Compliance Requirements

Jun 27, 2023

Anthem is emailing your clients to explain how they can make sure the attestation is submitted and to provide the following confirmation of compliance for business and information that they administer and maintain.

Anthem Blue Cross Is Updating Their Brand

Anthem Blue Cross Is Updating Their Brand

Jun 15, 2023

Anthem Blue Cross is updating their brand and has a new logo that aligns their broad portfolio of products and services. This is Anthem's first step in what will be a multi-year brand transition and signals a new chapter that honors the strength of their existing brand.

New EmployerAccess Demo Lets You Show Your Clients What It Can Do For Them

New EmployerAccess Demo Lets You Show Your Clients What It Can Do For Them

May 23, 2023

Anthem Blue Cross released a new EmployerAccess Demo tool that lets you show current and prospective clients how EmployerAccess can simplify their benefit management.

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

May 09, 2023

All Q3 2023 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

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Anthem: 2022 MLR Rebates Will Mail in September

Anthem: 2022 MLR Rebates Will Mail in September

Sep 14, 2023

Anthem groups and Individual members in 12 states will receive 2022 medical loss ratio (MLR) rebates this year. Anthem mailed the rebates to groups on 9/8/23.

Anthem: CAA Gag Clause Compliance Requirements

Anthem: CAA Gag Clause Compliance Requirements

Jun 27, 2023

Anthem is emailing your clients to explain how they can make sure the attestation is submitted and to provide the following confirmation of compliance for business and information that they administer and maintain.

Anthem Provides Update on 2021 MLR Rebates

Anthem Provides Update on 2021 MLR Rebates

Sep 15, 2022

Anthem groups and Individual members in 9 states will receive 2021 medical loss ratio (MLR) rebates this year. Anthem mailed the rebates during the week of 9/5/22.

Now Quoting January 2023 Large Group Rates!

Now Quoting January 2023 Large Group Rates!

Aug 01, 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.

Anthem: Members Can File Claims Online for Over-the-Counter COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests

Anthem: Members Can File Claims Online for Over-the-Counter COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests

Jan 31, 2022

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.

Anthem: Over-the-Counter COVID-19 Diagnostic Test Coverage Starts January 15

Anthem: Over-the-Counter COVID-19 Diagnostic Test Coverage Starts January 15

Jan 18, 2022

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.

Hoag Joins Anthem's Priority Select Network Effective 1/1/22

Hoag Joins Anthem's Priority Select Network Effective 1/1/22

Nov 01, 2021

Anthem Large Group and Small Group in California are pleased to announce that Hoag is joining their Priority Select Network starting January 1, 2022.

Anthem COVID-19 Conversations: The Different Types of COVID-19 Tests

Anthem COVID-19 Conversations: The Different Types of COVID-19 Tests

Apr 13, 2021

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.

Now Quoting January 2022 Large Group Rates!

Now Quoting January 2022 Large Group Rates!

Aug 02, 2021

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.

Anthem Large Group: A Personalized Website Makes It Easy for Large Groups to Manage Benefits

Anthem Large Group: A Personalized Website Makes It Easy for Large Groups to Manage Benefits

Mar 31, 2021

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.

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ArmadaCare: Tax Season + Benefits = Secret Weapon

ArmadaCare: Tax Season + Benefits = Secret Weapon

May 25, 2021

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.

Webinar: ArmadaCare's New Solution for CA

Webinar: ArmadaCare's New Solution for CA

Sep 11, 2019

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.

Ultimate Health: Examples of Innovative Benefits

Ultimate Health: Examples of Innovative Benefits

Aug 02, 2018

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.

ArmadaCare: Are Executive Medical Reimbursement Plans Dead?

ArmadaCare: Are Executive Medical Reimbursement Plans Dead?

Feb 27, 2018

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.

Introducing Ultimate Health by ArmadaCare

Introducing Ultimate Health by ArmadaCare

Oct 13, 2017

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.

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Jul 24, 2023

Anticipated Q4 2023 renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.

CaliforniaChoice Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

CaliforniaChoice Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

Jul 12, 2023

CaliforniaChoice announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2023 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

May 09, 2023

All Q3 2023 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

CaliforniaChoice Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2023

CaliforniaChoice Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2023

May 09, 2023

CaliforniaChoice announced plan and rate updates for July 1, 2023 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Q2 2023 Rate Availability Update

Q2 2023 Rate Availability Update

Feb 08, 2023

All Q2 2023 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

CaliforniaChoice Plan & Rate Updates Effective April 2023

CaliforniaChoice Plan & Rate Updates Effective April 2023

Jan 17, 2023

CaliforniaChoice announced plan and rate updates for April 1, 2023 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

CaliforniaChoice Introduces New Member Marketplace

CaliforniaChoice Introduces New Member Marketplace

Nov 17, 2022

CaliforniaChoice is launching their new CaliforniaChoice Member Marketplace, a selection of supplemental products available to all CalChoice subscribers at calchoice.com.

Kaiser Permanente: 24/7 Care Across the U.S. & Small Group Support

Kaiser Permanente: 24/7 Care Across the U.S. & Small Group Support

Oct 31, 2022

Kaiser Permanente's most recent Broker Briefing provided important updates for Kaiser Permanente Small Business groups.

Kaiser Permanente's New Small Group Broker Bonus Program

Kaiser Permanente's New Small Group Broker Bonus Program

Oct 11, 2022

Kaiser Permanente is offering a $100 broker bonus per enrolled subscriber for all new small groups sold with effective dates between December 1, 2022 through January 1, 2023. This bonus will be payable for new small groups written through any sales channel – broker direct, General Agency, CaliforniaChoice, and Covered California for Small Business.

CaliforniaChoice Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2023

CaliforniaChoice Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2023

Oct 12, 2022

CaliforniaChoice announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2023 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

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ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2023

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2023

May 09, 2023

ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for July 1, 2023 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective April 2023

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective April 2023

Jan 09, 2023

ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for April 1, 2023 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2023

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2023

Oct 11, 2022

ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2023 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective December 2022

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective December 2022

Sep 15, 2022

ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for December 1, 2022 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2022

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2022

Jul 01, 2022

ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2022 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2022

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2022

Apr 11, 2022

ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for July 1, 2022 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective April 2022

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective April 2022

Jan 28, 2022

ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for April 1, 2022 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2022

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2022

Oct 26, 2021

ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2022 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2021

ChoiceBuilder Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2021

Jul 06, 2021

ChoiceBuilder announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2021 effective dates. All rates are available for quoting!

CalChoice & ChoiceBuilder Provide ARPA/COBRA Premium Assistance Updates

CalChoice & ChoiceBuilder Provide ARPA/COBRA Premium Assistance Updates

May 24, 2021

CHOICE Administrators provided an update on the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) as it relates to the COBRA Premium Assistance.

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Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Jul 24, 2023

Anticipated Q4 2023 renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

Jun 23, 2023

Cigna + Oscar announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2023 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2023

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2023

May 09, 2023

Cigna + Oscar announced plan and rate updates for July 1, 2023 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

May 09, 2023

All Q3 2023 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective April 2023

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective April 2023

Feb 08, 2023

Cigna + Oscar announced plan and rate updates for April 1, 2023 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Q2 2023 Rate Availability Update

Q2 2023 Rate Availability Update

Feb 08, 2023

All Q2 2023 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

Cigna + Oscar 12/1/22 - 1/1/23 Bonus Program

Cigna + Oscar 12/1/22 - 1/1/23 Bonus Program

Oct 24, 2022

This Q4, Cigna + Oscar's bonus program will reward you $$$ for writing multiple groups (eligible for 12/1/22, 12/15/22 and 1/1/23 effective dates).

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2023

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2023

Oct 05, 2022

Cigna + Oscar announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2023 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Q1 2023 Rate Release Updates

Q1 2023 Rate Release Updates

Sep 02, 2022

2023 rates are starting to be released, below is the status of Q1 2023 rate releases for B&P medical carriers.

Q4 2022 Rate Availability Update

Q4 2022 Rate Availability Update

Aug 01, 2022

All Q4 2022 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2022

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2022

Jul 01, 2022

Cigna + Oscar announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Cigna + Oscar Announces Extended LocalPlus Network Effective 7/1/22

Cigna + Oscar Announces Extended LocalPlus Network Effective 7/1/22

Apr 19, 2022

Cigna + Oscar announced their extended LocalPlus network effective July 1, 2022.

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2022

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2022

Apr 05, 2022

Cigna + Oscar announced plan and rate updates for July 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective April 2022

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective April 2022

Jan 19, 2022

Cigna + Oscar announced plan and rate updates for April 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2022

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2022

Oct 14, 2021

Cigna + Oscar announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2021

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2021

May 20, 2021

Cigna + Oscar announced rate updates for October 1, 2021 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Hot Selling Plans with Cigna + Oscar

Hot Selling Plans with Cigna + Oscar

Jun 22, 2021

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 Offering $10,000 Mega Bonus

Cigna + Oscar Offering $10,000 Mega Bonus

May 03, 2021

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 Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2021

Cigna + Oscar Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2021

Apr 10, 2021

Cigna + Oscar announced rate updates for July 1, 2021 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Cigna + Oscar Offers New 2021 Bonus Program & Attractive Q2 Rates

Cigna + Oscar Offers New 2021 Bonus Program & Attractive Q2 Rates

Mar 25, 2021

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.

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CCSB Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

CCSB Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Sep 15, 2023

Covered California for Small Business announced rate updates for January 1, 2024 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

CCSB Small Business Partner News Quarterly Update

CCSB Small Business Partner News Quarterly Update

Aug 01, 2023

Covered California for Small Business (CCSB) provided the below updates on their new Partnership That Pays bonus program, new plans effective July 1, 2023, and exclusive tax credit for small business.

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Jul 24, 2023

Anticipated Q4 2023 renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.

CCSB Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

CCSB Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

Jun 23, 2023

Covered California for Small Business announced rate updates for October 1, 2023 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

Q3 2023 Rate Availability Update

May 09, 2023

All Q3 2023 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

CCSB Small Business Partner News Quarterly Update

CCSB Small Business Partner News Quarterly Update

Apr 18, 2023

Covered California for Small Business (CCSB) provided the below updates on their new plans effective July 1, 2023, new Partnership That Pays bonus program, and exclusive tax credit for small business.

CCSB Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2023

CCSB Plan & Rate Updates Effective July 2023

Apr 12, 2023

Covered California for Small Business announced rate updates for July 1, 2023 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

CCSB Consolidated Appropriations Act, Section 204 Pharmacy Reporting Update

CCSB Consolidated Appropriations Act, Section 204 Pharmacy Reporting Update

Apr 11, 2023

Covered CA for Small Business sent the following partner alert on April 11, 2023, on the RxDC reporting requirements.

CCSB Bonus Program Begins July 1, 2023

CCSB Bonus Program Begins July 1, 2023

Apr 10, 2023

Earn up to $12,000 for enrolling new small groups with Covered California for Small Business with coverage effective July 1, 2023 through January 1, 2024.

Q2 2023 Rate Availability Update

Q2 2023 Rate Availability Update

Feb 08, 2023

All Q2 2023 rates are now available in bpQuote! Click the links below to read more about carrier-specific changes.

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New Perks for Delta Dental Clients

New Perks for Delta Dental Clients

Sep 05, 2023

Delta Dental latest Insider Update provided updates on their new LifePerks benefit, 2024 rates, and more.

LifePerks Now Part of Delta Dental's Member Perks

LifePerks Now Part of Delta Dental's Member Perks

Aug 03, 2023

Delta Dental is now offering members LifePerks, which gives Delta Dental small business members access to a wide variety of local and national offers and discounts.

Delta Dental Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Delta Dental Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Aug 03, 2023

Delta Dental announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2024 effective dates, rates are available for quoting.

Delta Dental Insider Update for May 2023

Delta Dental Insider Update for May 2023

May 18, 2023

Delta Dental provided news and insights for their brokers.

Delta Dental Insider Update for April 2023

Delta Dental Insider Update for April 2023

May 01, 2023

Delta Dental provided news and insights for their brokers.

Delta Dental Insider Update for March 2023

Delta Dental Insider Update for March 2023

Mar 23, 2023

Delta Dental provided news and insights for their brokers.

Delta Dental 2023 Broker Rewards Program

Delta Dental 2023 Broker Rewards Program

Mar 03, 2023

Enroll in Delta Dental’s Small Business Broker Rewards Program at ddsbrewards.com, and you could earn additional compensation for selling and retaining eligible groups of 2-99 lives.

Delta Dental Insider Update for February 2023

Delta Dental Insider Update for February 2023

Mar 01, 2023

Delta Dental provided news and insights for their brokers.

Delta Dental Insider Update for December 2022

Delta Dental Insider Update for December 2022

Dec 22, 2022

Delta Dental provided news and insights for their brokers.

Delta Dental Insider Update for November 2022

Delta Dental Insider Update for November 2022

Nov 23, 2022

Delta Dental provided news and insights for their brokers.

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Guardian Provides Update on College Tuition Benefit Program

Guardian Provides Update on College Tuition Benefit Program

Mar 01, 2022

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 Rate Adjustments Effective 2022

Guardian Rate Adjustments Effective 2022

Sep 17, 2021

Guardian announced rate updates for January 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Guardian Rate Adjustments Effective 2021

Guardian Rate Adjustments Effective 2021

Oct 01, 2020

Guardian announced rate updates for January 1, 2021 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Guardian Pandemic Support Reminder Election Update

Guardian Pandemic Support Reminder Election Update

Sep 17, 2020

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 Pandemic Support Reminder

Guardian Pandemic Support Reminder

Jul 27, 2020

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 Financial Support and Benefit Enhancements for Dental and Vision Customers

Guardian Financial Support and Benefit Enhancements for Dental and Vision Customers

May 20, 2020

Guardian has heard directly from many of you about how significantly the pandemic has impacted employers and their members’ ability to receive dental care.

Guardian WorkLifeMatters EAP Small Business COVID-19 Action Center Now Available

Guardian WorkLifeMatters EAP Small Business COVID-19 Action Center Now Available

Apr 22, 2020

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 Rate Adjustments Effective 2020

Guardian Rate Adjustments Effective 2020

Nov 18, 2019

Guardian announced rate updates for January 1, 2020 effective dates with some changes to underwriting. Rates are available for quoting!

EaseCentral Partners with Guardian

EaseCentral Partners with Guardian

Mar 01, 2019

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 Rate Adjustments Effective January 2019

Guardian Rate Adjustments Effective January 2019

Oct 31, 2018

Guardian has announced rate and underwriting adjustments for January 1, 2019 effective dates with no benefit changes. Rates are available for quoting!

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Health Net: COVID-19 Benefit Changes Begin November 12, 2023

Health Net: COVID-19 Benefit Changes Begin November 12, 2023

Sep 14, 2023

Health Net announced changes to how benefits associated to COVID-19 will be handled beginning November 12, 2023.

Health Net Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Health Net Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Sep 07, 2023

Health Net announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2024. Rates are available for quoting!

Health Net PPO Members with Out-of-State Coverage: Employer and Member Letters Mailing Information

Health Net PPO Members with Out-of-State Coverage: Employer and Member Letters Mailing Information

Sep 05, 2023

Health Net is mailing letters to employers and members about how Cigna Healthcare PPO Network will replace the First Health network as the provider network outside of California for Health Net PPO plans with out-of-state coverage.

Health Net Finalizes 2022 Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) Results

Health Net Finalizes 2022 Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) Results

Aug 31, 2023

California and Oregon IFP/IEX, SBG, and LRG subscribers and employer groups will not receive 2022 plan year rebates since Health Net met or exceeded the MLR targets for those market segments.

Health Net Members to Access Teladoc for Virtual Visits, Effective August 10, 2023

Health Net Members to Access Teladoc for Virtual Visits, Effective August 10, 2023

Aug 10, 2023

Effective August 10, 2023, Health Net will transition their select telehealth services provider to Teladoc Health (Teladoc) for all Commercial and Medi-Cal Members.

Cigna PPO Network for Health Net PPOs with OOS Coverage Beginning 11/1/23

Cigna PPO Network for Health Net PPOs with OOS Coverage Beginning 11/1/23

Aug 01, 2023

Health Net is updating their PPO network for out-of-state coverage to the Cigna PPO network. This exciting change goes into effect on November 1, 2023.

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Jul 24, 2023

Anticipated Q4 2023 renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.

Health Net Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

Health Net Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

Jun 28, 2023

Health Net announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2023. Rates are available for quoting!

Health Net's Peak Season Incentive Program Starts July 1, 2023

Health Net's Peak Season Incentive Program Starts July 1, 2023

Jun 15, 2023

Health Net's Peak Season Incentive Program gives you a lot to look forward to for July 2023 through January 2024 new business effective dates.

Effective 11/1/23: Cigna PPO Network for Health Net PPOs with OOS Coverage

Effective 11/1/23: Cigna PPO Network for Health Net PPOs with OOS Coverage

Jun 08, 2023

Health Net is excited to announce a national PPO network administered by Cigna for Small and Large CA-based employer groups. With over one million providers and 6,300 facilities, the national Cigna PPO network offers a wide selection of doctors and hospitals, competitive discounts, and flexibility to support value-driven plan designs.

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Health Net’s Large Group Portfolio: New and Improved for 2024

Health Net’s Large Group Portfolio: New and Improved for 2024

Sep 05, 2023

Health Net has refreshed their portfolio for 2024 with even more of their most popular plan designs and new plans to meet the diverse needs of your employer groups. Their new 2024 portfolio offerings equip you with choices designed to satisfy your clients – and keep your business growing!

Health Net Finalizes 2022 Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) Results

Health Net Finalizes 2022 Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) Results

Aug 31, 2023

California and Oregon IFP/IEX, SBG, and LRG subscribers and employer groups will not receive 2022 plan year rebates since Health Net met or exceeded the MLR targets for those market segments.

Health Net Large Group Pricing and Guidelines Create Broader Selling Options

Health Net Large Group Pricing and Guidelines Create Broader Selling Options

May 02, 2023

Health Net plans looks to expand their Large Group book by offering preferred pricing to select industries - construction, retail, restaurants, leisure and hospitality.

Health Net Large Group Enhanced Choice Rate Cap Program (101-500 Eligibles)

Health Net Large Group Enhanced Choice Rate Cap Program (101-500 Eligibles)

May 01, 2023

Qualified new groups can take advantage of a second-year rate cap on all Enhanced Choice plans for effective dates 1/1/2023 through 2/29/2024.

Health Net Large Group Targets Several Industries in 2023

Health Net Large Group Targets Several Industries in 2023

Mar 20, 2023

Health Net has targeted several industries that not only have specific needs that are uniquely addressed by Health Net's value proposition but where they've also built successful long term relationships with significant blocks of business.

Health Net Provides Notice of Changes to Coverage Terms for 2023

Health Net Provides Notice of Changes to Coverage Terms for 2023

Nov 04, 2022

Commercial Small and Large Group Evidence of Coverage (EOC) booklets, for plans effective January 1, 2023 and later, will contain the updates as shown in the Notice of Changes links below. This Notice reflects Health Net of California (Health Net) compliance with new laws and regulatory requirements. It also addresses Health Net administrative changes.

Health Net’s Large Group Portfolio: Here’s What’s New and Improved for 2023

Health Net’s Large Group Portfolio: Here’s What’s New and Improved for 2023

Aug 04, 2022

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.

Now Quoting January 2023 Large Group Rates!

Now Quoting January 2023 Large Group Rates!

Aug 01, 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.

Optum Care is in Many Health Net Networks

Optum Care is in Many Health Net Networks

Jan 28, 2022

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.

New Health Net Large Group Standard Proposal Coming Soon

New Health Net Large Group Standard Proposal Coming Soon

Jan 28, 2022

Health Net is starting 2022 with a new and improved standard* proposal package for your Large Group business! When you receive your redesigned package, in addition to the new look and feel, you will notice new improvements including...

Health Net Provides Notice of Changes to Coverage Terms for 2022

Health Net Provides Notice of Changes to Coverage Terms for 2022

Nov 24, 2021

Commercial Small and Large Group Certificate of Insurance (COI) and Evidence of Coverage (EOC) booklets, with the effective date of January 1, 2022 and later, will contain the updates as shown in the Notice of Changes links below. This Notice reflects Health Net of California and Health Net Life Insurance Company’s (Health Net) compliance with new laws and regulatory requirements. It also addresses Health Net administrative changes.

Health Net Announces New 2022 Bonus Programs

Health Net Announces New 2022 Bonus Programs

Nov 22, 2021

Health Net announced new 2022 broker bonuses for both Small and Large groups business.

Health Net New Branding Signals More for Californians

Health Net New Branding Signals More for Californians

Aug 06, 2021

Californians count on Health Net, and they have for more than 40 years. Health Net's refreshed look aligns them more closely with Centene, their Fortune 50 parent company. This lets Californians look forward to an even stronger mix of home-grown expertise and national best practices to help product better health outcomes.

101+ Product Portfolios: Refreshed and Ready for 2022

101+ Product Portfolios: Refreshed and Ready for 2022

Aug 06, 2021

Health Net Large Group's refreshed 2022 portfolios deliver strong mixes of whole-health benefits and extra value programs - making them both attractive to your clients, and easy for you to sell.

Now Quoting January 2022 Large Group Rates!

Now Quoting January 2022 Large Group Rates!

Aug 02, 2021

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.

Health Net Announces 2021 Large Group Bonus Program!

Health Net Announces 2021 Large Group Bonus Program!

Dec 28, 2020

There’s never been a better time to ignite your earning potential. Health Net’s Go for 2! Bonus Program offers the chance to earn up to a $135 bonus per member of a new sale group. All year long!

Large Group Clients in SF Bay Area?  Consider Health Net CanopyCare HMO

Large Group Clients in SF Bay Area? Consider Health Net CanopyCare HMO

Sep 29, 2020

Health Net CanopyCare HMO is the perfect fit for your Bay Area Jumbo cases or mid-size clients in SF Bay Area.

Health Net Finalizes 2019 Medical Loss Ratio Results

Health Net Finalizes 2019 Medical Loss Ratio Results

Sep 17, 2020

Health Net finalized their 2019 Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) results. For California Individual and Large Group Plans in 2019, Health Net met or exceeded the Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) standards. For California Small Group Plans with PPO in 2019, Health Net Life Insurance Company met or exceeded the 80 percent MLR standard. California Small Group Plans with HMO in 2019, Health Net of California, Inc. did not meet the 80 percent MLR standard.

Health Net Large Group: New CanopyCare HMO Effective 1/1/21

Health Net Large Group: New CanopyCare HMO Effective 1/1/21

Aug 27, 2020

With Health Net CanopyCare HMO, you can offer your large group clients access to 5,000+ quality providers, 20 hospitals/medical centers and 48 urgent care centers in and around the San Francisco Bay Area.

What is CalSavers?

What is CalSavers?

Apr 17, 2020

With upcoming registration deadlines approaching for CalSavers, you are probably hearing a lot about California’s retirement savings program.

California State-Mandated Retirement Plans

California State-Mandated Retirement Plans

Sep 23, 2019

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.

Introducing Human Interest

Introducing Human Interest

May 07, 2019

We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Human Interest as our preferred retirement plan provider!

Kaiser Permanente: Self-tests Stop the Spread of COVID-19

Kaiser Permanente: Self-tests Stop the Spread of COVID-19

May 10, 2022

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.

Kaiser Permanente: New Ways for Members to get COVID-19 Self-tests

Kaiser Permanente: New Ways for Members to get COVID-19 Self-tests

Mar 07, 2022

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.

How Kaiser Permanente Members Get Reimbursed for COVID-19 Self-tests

How Kaiser Permanente Members Get Reimbursed for COVID-19 Self-tests

Jan 31, 2022

Kaiser Permanente recently provided information on how members can get reimbursed for rapid antigen home tests.

Kaiser Permanente to Cover Cost of COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Home Tests

Kaiser Permanente to Cover Cost of COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Home Tests

Jan 18, 2022

Kaiser Permanente provided information on COVID-19 home tests following guidance from the Biden administration.

Kaiser Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2022

Kaiser Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2022

Oct 06, 2021

Kaiser announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Kaiser Permanente: Workforce Vaccine Policy Toolkit & Vaccine Booster Shots Update

Kaiser Permanente: Workforce Vaccine Policy Toolkit & Vaccine Booster Shots Update

Sep 28, 2021

Kaiser Permanente provided information on their workforce vaccine policy toolkit, COVID testing, and vaccine booster shot updates.

Kaiser Permanente Provides Update on 2020 MLR Rebates

Kaiser Permanente Provides Update on 2020 MLR Rebates

Sep 07, 2021

As part of the Affordable Care Act, health plan issuers are required to report their medical benefit ratios (MBRs) to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on an annual basis. A medical benefit ratio, also known as a medical loss ratio, is the amount of premium revenue spent on medical care and services in a given year.

Kaiser Permanente: Small Group Online Renewals, Managing Stress, and Connected Care

Kaiser Permanente: Small Group Online Renewals, Managing Stress, and Connected Care

Aug 31, 2021

Kaiser Permanente provided information about future small group renewals, tools and resources for members to help manage stress, and the value of Kaiser Permanente's connected care model.

Kaiser Permanente: News & Resources to Help You Engage in the Market

Kaiser Permanente: News & Resources to Help You Engage in the Market

Jun 03, 2021

Kaiser Permanente provided two flyers to help members understand what their options are when they are traveling in another Kaiser Permanente service area and about Kaiser Permanente's enhanced pharmacy benefits experience.

Kaiser Permanente: American Rescue Plan COBRA Information

Kaiser Permanente: American Rescue Plan COBRA Information

May 27, 2021

The recent American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) includes new COBRA continuation coverage election, notice, and premium assistance requirements that may affect your clients’ COBRA administration. The premium assistance will be 100% of the total cost of federal COBRA and/or Cal-COBRA health coverage and will be available for eligible individuals starting April 1, 2021 through September 30, 2021. To facilitate the new ARP requirements, there are certain actions for your clients and Kaiser Permanente to take based on how federal COBRA and/or Cal-COBRA is currently billed.

Kaiser Permanente: Self-tests Stop the Spread of COVID-19

Kaiser Permanente: Self-tests Stop the Spread of COVID-19

May 10, 2022

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.

Kaiser Permanente: New Ways for Members to get COVID-19 Self-tests

Kaiser Permanente: New Ways for Members to get COVID-19 Self-tests

Mar 07, 2022

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.

How Kaiser Permanente Members Get Reimbursed for COVID-19 Self-tests

How Kaiser Permanente Members Get Reimbursed for COVID-19 Self-tests

Jan 31, 2022

Kaiser Permanente recently provided information on how members can get reimbursed for rapid antigen home tests.

Kaiser Permanente to Cover Cost of COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Home Tests

Kaiser Permanente to Cover Cost of COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Home Tests

Jan 18, 2022

Kaiser Permanente provided information on COVID-19 home tests following guidance from the Biden administration.

Kaiser Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2022

Kaiser Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2022

Oct 06, 2021

Kaiser announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2022 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Kaiser Permanente: Workforce Vaccine Policy Toolkit & Vaccine Booster Shots Update

Kaiser Permanente: Workforce Vaccine Policy Toolkit & Vaccine Booster Shots Update

Sep 28, 2021

Kaiser Permanente provided information on their workforce vaccine policy toolkit, COVID testing, and vaccine booster shot updates.

Kaiser Permanente Provides Update on 2020 MLR Rebates

Kaiser Permanente Provides Update on 2020 MLR Rebates

Sep 07, 2021

As part of the Affordable Care Act, health plan issuers are required to report their medical benefit ratios (MBRs) to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on an annual basis. A medical benefit ratio, also known as a medical loss ratio, is the amount of premium revenue spent on medical care and services in a given year.

Kaiser Permanente: Small Group Online Renewals, Managing Stress, and Connected Care

Kaiser Permanente: Small Group Online Renewals, Managing Stress, and Connected Care

Aug 31, 2021

Kaiser Permanente provided information about future small group renewals, tools and resources for members to help manage stress, and the value of Kaiser Permanente's connected care model.

Kaiser Permanente: News & Resources to Help You Engage in the Market

Kaiser Permanente: News & Resources to Help You Engage in the Market

Jun 03, 2021

Kaiser Permanente provided two flyers to help members understand what their options are when they are traveling in another Kaiser Permanente service area and about Kaiser Permanente's enhanced pharmacy benefits experience.

Kaiser Permanente: American Rescue Plan COBRA Information

Kaiser Permanente: American Rescue Plan COBRA Information

May 27, 2021

The recent American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARP) includes new COBRA continuation coverage election, notice, and premium assistance requirements that may affect your clients’ COBRA administration. The premium assistance will be 100% of the total cost of federal COBRA and/or Cal-COBRA health coverage and will be available for eligible individuals starting April 1, 2021 through September 30, 2021. To facilitate the new ARP requirements, there are certain actions for your clients and Kaiser Permanente to take based on how federal COBRA and/or Cal-COBRA is currently billed.

MetLife's September 2023 Insights & Takeaways

MetLife's September 2023 Insights & Takeaways

Sep 14, 2023

MetLife is excited to share valuable resources and industry insights to help you and your clients stay informed.

MetLife's August 2023 Insights & Takeaways

MetLife's August 2023 Insights & Takeaways

Aug 31, 2023

MetLife is excited to share valuable resources and industry insights to help you and your clients stay informed.

MetLife's July 2023 Insights & Takeaways

MetLife's July 2023 Insights & Takeaways

Aug 01, 2023

MetLife is excited to share valuable resources and industry insights to help you and your clients stay informed.

MetLife's April 2023 Insights & Takeaways

MetLife's April 2023 Insights & Takeaways

May 01, 2023

MetLife is excited to share valuable resources and industry insights to help you and your clients stay informed.

MetLife's February 2023 Insights & Takeaways

MetLife's February 2023 Insights & Takeaways

Mar 01, 2023

MetLife is excited to share valuable resources and industry insights to help you and your clients stay informed.

MetLife's January 2023 Insights & Takeaways

MetLife's January 2023 Insights & Takeaways

Feb 07, 2023

MetLife is excited to share their refreshed newsletter, Insights and Takeaways. In it you’ll find valuable resources and industry insights to help you and your clients stay informed.

MetLife's December 2022 Bulletin

MetLife's December 2022 Bulletin

Dec 28, 2022

MetLife is excited to share the latest issue of their MetLife Bulletin, where you will find valuable resources and industry insights to help you and your clients stay informed.

MetLife's November 2022 Insights & Takeaways

MetLife's November 2022 Insights & Takeaways

Dec 21, 2022

MetLife is excited to share their refreshed newsletter, Insights and Takeaways. In it you’ll find valuable resources and industry insights to help you and your clients stay informed.

MetLife's September 2022 Bulletin

MetLife's September 2022 Bulletin

Oct 31, 2022

MetLife is excited to share the latest issue of their MetLife Bulletin, where you will find valuable resources and industry insights to help you and your clients stay informed.

MetLife's August 2022 Bulletin

MetLife's August 2022 Bulletin

Aug 11, 2022

MetLife's most recent monthly bulletin focuses on rounding out your customers' healthcare coverage with vision insurance and interest in disability insurance.

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Principal Provides ARPA COBRA Subsidy Guidance to Groups

Principal Provides ARPA COBRA Subsidy Guidance to Groups

May 03, 2021

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 Available Down to 2 Lives Effective 5/1/21!

Principal Available Down to 2 Lives Effective 5/1/21!

Apr 13, 2021

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 Updates & Reminders for New & Renewing Groups

Principal Updates & Reminders for New & Renewing Groups

Jul 06, 2020

Principal shared some important updates and reminders that will benefit both new and current Principal business.

Principal Dental Premium Credit & Personal Protective Equipment Payment

Principal Dental Premium Credit & Personal Protective Equipment Payment

May 06, 2020

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.

Principal Offering 2020 Bonuses for Production & Persistency

Principal Offering 2020 Bonuses for Production & Persistency

Feb 26, 2020

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's 2020 Open Enrollment Enhancements

Principal's 2020 Open Enrollment Enhancements

Nov 18, 2019

Principal has made some enhancements to their open enrollment guidelines effective 2020.

Principal: Free EAP Services for Those Impacted by Fires

Principal: Free EAP Services for Those Impacted by Fires

Nov 04, 2019

Principal's EAP vendor, Magellan, is offering free services to anyone who needs some support due to the wildfires in California.

New Principal Promotions Through January 1, 2020

New Principal Promotions Through January 1, 2020

Aug 16, 2019

Principal is giving you even more reasons to sell dental only or bundled coverages! Promotion is available for groups through January 1, 2020.

Increase Revenue with Broker Bonuses!

Increase Revenue with Broker Bonuses!

Feb 19, 2019

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.

Principal 2019 Production & Persistency Bonus Programs!

Principal 2019 Production & Persistency Bonus Programs!

Feb 04, 2019

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.

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3 Reasons to Sell UHC This Q4 & Q1

3 Reasons to Sell UHC This Q4 & Q1

Oct 02, 2023

UHC is competitive throughout California, plus they offer flexible underwriting along with industry leading wellness and rewards program.

UHC Introduces New Sales & Conversion Bonus

UHC Introduces New Sales & Conversion Bonus

Sep 14, 2023

UnitedHealthcare is offering a bonus to agents who sell new UnitedHealthcare fully insured and level-funded medical plans or who convert existing UnitedHealthcare fully insured medical plans to UnitedHealthcare level-funded medical plans with up to 100 eligible employees, with effective dates from October 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024.

UHC Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

UHC Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Sep 14, 2023

UHC announced plan and rate updates for January 1, 2024 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

UHC Provides 2023 Medical Loss Ratio Information

UHC Provides 2023 Medical Loss Ratio Information

Sep 11, 2023

UHC provided an update on their 2023 medical loss ratio reporting. For California fully insured small business groups, UnitedHealthcare Benefits Plan of California, which includes Select Plus, Core, Doctors Plan, and Non-Differential PPO plans, will receive a rebate.

UHC: CAA Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Attestation Required By Dec. 31, 2023

UHC: CAA Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Attestation Required By Dec. 31, 2023

Aug 08, 2023

The CAA Prohibition on Gag Clauses provision requires an annual Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Attestation (GCPCA). UnitedHealthcare will make the attestation for fully insured customers as required.

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Q4 2023 Small Group Medical Renewal Release Dates

Jul 24, 2023

Anticipated Q4 2023 renewal release dates for B&P medical carrier partners are outlined in the table below.

UnitedHealthcare to Offer Eligible Members 24/7 Virtual Visits At No Additional Cost

UnitedHealthcare to Offer Eligible Members 24/7 Virtual Visits At No Additional Cost

Jul 05, 2023

UHC announced they will begin offering eligible members 24/7 Virtual Visits at no cost as part of their 2024 CA fully-insured Small Business portfolio.

UHC Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

UHC Plan & Rate Updates Effective October 2023

Jul 05, 2023

UHC announced plan and rate updates for October 1, 2023 effective dates. Rates are available for quoting!

Up to $5,000 Admin Credit with UHC's Activate the Savings Program

Up to $5,000 Admin Credit with UHC's Activate the Savings Program

Jun 27, 2023

Groups that offer their employees bundled medical and specialty plans now have an easy way to enhance their benefits package and save on costs.

UHC: Wage and Tax Statements Requirements for Out-of-State Small Groups Beginning 8/1/23

UHC: Wage and Tax Statements Requirements for Out-of-State Small Groups Beginning 8/1/23

Jun 01, 2023

Beginning on August 1, 2023, out-of-state groups of one subscriber will be required to provide a copy of four quarterly wage and tax statements from the preceding calendar year, in addition to the most recent quarterly wage and tax statement filed with their state.

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VSP Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

VSP Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2024

Sep 18, 2023

VSP announced a 2024 rate pass, with no changes to plan benefits or underwriting. Rates are available for quoting!

VSP Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2023

VSP Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2023

Aug 09, 2022

VSP announced a 2023 rate pass, with no changes to plan benefits or underwriting. Rates are available for quoting!

VSP: Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2022

VSP: Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2022

Jul 29, 2021

VSP has announced a Rate Pass through December 31st, 2022, with no changes to plan benefits or underwriting. Rates are available for quoting!

VSP Provides ARPA COBRA Premium Subsidy Update

VSP Provides ARPA COBRA Premium Subsidy Update

Jun 14, 2021

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: Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2021

VSP: Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2021

Oct 01, 2020

VSP has announced a Rate Pass through December 31st, 2021, with no changes to plan benefits or underwriting. Rates are available for quoting!

VSP Offering Rate Pass for 8/1/20 through 3/1/21 Renewals

VSP Offering Rate Pass for 8/1/20 through 3/1/21 Renewals

May 07, 2020

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.

VSP Reaches Agreement to Acquire Visionworks

VSP Reaches Agreement to Acquire Visionworks

Sep 18, 2019

After an 11-year partnership, VSP has reached an agreement to acquire Visionworks, a full-service optical retailer.

VSP: Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2020

VSP: Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2020

Sep 17, 2019

VSP has announced a Rate Pass through December 31st, 2020, with no changes to plan benefits or underwriting. Rates are available for quoting!

VSP: Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2019

VSP: Plan & Rate Updates Effective January 2019

Oct 09, 2018

VSP has announced a Rate Pass through December 31, 2019, with no changes to plan benefits or underwriting.

VSP: $5,000 Sweepstakes

VSP: $5,000 Sweepstakes

Oct 03, 2018

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.

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