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Because the insurance industry is evolving, and rules and regulations change, we help you stay up-to-date by sending carrier, product, and other updates regularly via emails and e-newsletters, post updates in our online Newsroom, and post on social media. Check out the latest news below.

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PCORI Fee Reminder: Who Files, How Much, and What’s Due by July 31

PCORI fee season is here – but if your clients only offer fully insured plans, you can skip this one. For self-funded, level-funded, and certain HRA arrangements, however, the July 31 filing deadline matters. This column breaks down who files, how much to pay, and what’s excluded.

California Delays Implementation of Fertility and IVF Mandate

Learn about California's new fertility benefit mandate for fully insured health plans, including IVF coverage, delayed to January 1, 2026. Find out who it applies to and what it means for employers and insurers.

Tech Team Updates for July 2025

The July Tech Team Updates offer more news you can use concerning Ease and its transition to Employee Navigator (EN), which is continuing throughout 2025.

Make the Right Choice for Employees with Colonial Life

Now you can elevate your clients’ employee benefits with a range of participation and complimentary programs and services from Colonial Life – without impacting the bottom line.

Nevada Carrier Partner Updates

Here’s an overview of recent updates from our carrier partners. For details on any specific update, click on the related link.

California Carrier Partner Updates

Here’s an overview of recent updates from our carrier partners. For details on any specific update, click on the related link.

TPA Comparison Chart

Word & Brown has compiled a Third-Party Administrator (TPA) comparison.

California Law Fertility and IVF Coverage

California’s infertility and IVF mandate for fully insured plans just got a last-minute extension to January 1, 2026. The Legislature approved the change via a late-June budget trailer bill. Here’s what benefits professionals need to know about the delay — and what hasn’t changed.