NEWSROOM

Here is a snapshot of updates and news you can use from our Nevada carrier, health plan, and administrator partners. For details, click on the related link (if any) or contact your Nevada team. 

Medical, Ancillary, and Bonus Information

• Aetna
  • Aetna Funding Advantage (AFA) Transition Credit: Aetna is continuing its $400 per employee transition credit for groups with an effective date through 9/1/2026. Download the AFA flyer for details.
• Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield​
  • Enhancements Added to Small Group and Balanced Funding: 2026 Anthem Small Group and Balanced Funding plans now come with an enhanced Employee Assistance Program and Health Rewards. Members can earn up to $200 per year in retail gift cards for participating in basic preventative care and wellness activities.
  • AHP Coverage: Anthem Association Health Plan (AHP) coverage is available to members of the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce, affiliate members of the Tahoe Chamber of Commerce, and members of the Elko Area Chamber of Commerce. 
  • Affordable Care Act (ACA) Alternatives: Contact Mona and Josh if you are interested in ACA alternatives, including Anthem Balanced Funding (ABF) plans.
• Humana​
  • Forms & Brochures: Humana’s bundling bonus on Dental is back and available to eligible groups of 10-299 with an effective date of June 1 through October 1, 2026. Ask us for details or download the flyer. 
• Prominence Health Plan​​
  • Small Group ACA Plan Termination: We shared with you previously that all Prominence Small Group ACA plans will terminate on 9/30/2026, regardless of the scheduled renewal date. Commissions are being reduced to zero effective 6/1/2026. Reach out to us soon to discuss how we can help you find affordable new coverage for impacted groups. Click here to read our Newsroom post  for more details. 
  • Cigna Wrap Changes: Prominence has replaced its Cigna wrap agreement with Unity Preferred for fully insured business. Contact us for details.
  • AHP Options: With the move away from Small Group ACA coverage, it’s important to know that Prominence continues to offer Association Health Plan (AHP) coverage to members of the Nevada Builders Alliance. AHP coverage is also available to members of the Clark County Bar Association, the Nevada Landscape Association, the Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce, and the Washoe County Bar Association. Freedom Beyond Plans from Prominence are available to Nevada members of CAWA (the California Automotive Wholesalers’ Association). 
• VSP
  • Expanding Vision Care Choices: VSP now offers more vision plan choices, including a “light benefit” for those not needing full vision benefits. Ask us about all of the available choices. 

Word & Brown Updates

• Q3 Quoting: Word & Brown’s Nevada carriers are now quoting for Q3. Some have rate updates; others have rate passes. Login and start your quote today or reach out to your W&B team for assistance. 
• Broker of Record Requirements Update: Word & Brown has updated its Broker of Record documents for both Small Groups and Large Groups. Download your copies from the Insurance Forms Library.