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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.

Offering “Cash in Lieu of Benefits” – Compliance Considerations

Employers commonly ask brokers if they can offer a cash payment to an employee in lieu of paying for that employee’s benefits.

Medicaid Unwinding and the Impact on Group and Individual Health Insurance Markets

States have begun “unwinding” COVID-19 protocol within their Medicaid programs, in response to expiring provisions at the pandemic’s end. Here’s what you and your clients need to know as Medicaid eligibility redeterminations and subsequent disenrollments occur.

A Closer Look at HIPAA Qualifying Events

Generally, health insurance consumers cannot enroll in health coverage outside of an open enrollment period unless the consumer experiences a qualifying life event allowed under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Federal Judge Strikes Down ACA Requirement for $0 In-Network Preventive Care for Certain Services

A federal judge has struck down important $0 preventive care provisions in the ACA; an appeal is under review. California law blunts the impact for many, but not all. Nevadans will be affected. Find out what you need to know in Paul Roberts’s latest column.

Important Licensing CE Change for California Agents – Fraud-Prevention Ethics Training

A change in state law requires California insurance brokers to earn a new hour of ethics CE, focused on fraud-prevention for licenses renewing on or after March 1, 2023. Learn how to comply with this new requirement, and more about fraud-prevention in California.

New Compliance Requirement for California Insurance Agents’ Email Communications

A new state law requires California insurance brokers and California insurance agencies to list their license numbers in all electronic mail communications involving an activity that requires licensure, effective 1/1/2023. Here’s what you need to know.

Annual 2023 Employer Compliance Responsibilities

With January quickly approaching, employers face their annual compliance responsibilities regarding health plans, federal Affordable Care Act (ACA) compliance, and COBRA responsibilities. Find out how you can help them stay in compliance and avoid penalties