Federal law mandates health plans to report premium costs, drug use, and spending via the CAA’s RxDC program. Carriers handle reporting for insured plans, but employers may need to assist. This 2026 overview covers carrier approaches, surveys, deadlines, and where employer input is required.
Newborn Coverage by Carrier
February 13, 2026Nevada Carrier Partner Updates
February 10, 2026CAA RxDC Reporting – Carrier Approaches, Surveys, and Deadlines
February 09, 2026Introducing Our Carrier Portfolio Now Live On Word & Brown Website
February 06, 2026FEATURED ARTICLE
Navigating Aetna's 2026 ACA Plan Updates
Aetna has announced it will no longer offer ACA Small Group plans in many rating areas starting in 2026.
ACA 2026 Special Open Enrollment Window for Small Groups
The ACA’s annual Special Open Enrollment Window runs 11/15 – 12/15, giving Small Group employers a one-month opportunity to enroll in medical coverage without meeting participation or contribution requirements. Learn what this means for 2026 coverage and what to keep in mind when submitting cases.
Tech Team Updates for October 2025
The Tech Team Updates for this month offer more news you can use concerning Ease and its transition to Employee Navigator (EN), which is continuing throughout 2025.
KFF Forecasts 11% Rise in Small Business Insurance Premiums for 2026
Get ahead of 2026 as KFF forecasts an 11% median rise in small business health insurance premiums. Learn what’s driving the increases, state-level projections, and how businesses can respond.
Earn Up to $600 for Each New ChoiceBuilder® Sale
BIG NEWS! For new ChoiceBuilder groups you write in Q4 2025 and Q1 2026, you could qualify for a bonus of $250 to $600 on each group – with NO CAP!
Now Offering 7/1-12/1/2025 and 1/1-3/1/2026 CaliforniaChoice Spreadsheet Enrollment Templates
We’re excited to announce that CaliforniaChoice® is launching Spreadsheet Enrollment, which allows new employer groups to submit our template in lieu of paper employee enrollment applications!
Resources to Streamline Your Sales and Enrollments During Q4
The start of Q4 and peak season is just days away. Take advantage of Word & Brown’s valuable resources to help you make 2025 a year to remember.