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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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Special Open Enrollment: Small Group Participation and Contribution Requirements Waived

Discover how the ACA’s annual Special Open Enrollment (SOE) Window can help Small Group employers secure 1/1 coverage without meeting participation or contribution requirements. Plus, get access to our exclusive California and Nevada SOEW references.

Ranking the Best CRM Options for Insurance Brokers

CRM can transform how insurance professionals or agencies operate. Choosing the right CRM software is vital. Let's explore your options.

Proposed Criminal Charges for Brokers Committing ACA Fraud

Kaiser Health News reported last week on a proposal by Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Oregon) to criminally charge health insurance brokers who fraudulently enroll consumers in Affordable Care Act (ACA) health plans.

COVID-19 Carrier Testing Coverage

We recently completed a survey of our California carriers to determine how they may be covering lab tests or over-the-county test for COVID-19.

CaliforniaChoice Offers Special Underwriting Promo thru 12/2/2024

We are making it easy for groups with Cigna + Oscar direct coverage to move to CaliforniaChoice! A special underwriting promotion is available for 7/1/2024-12/1/2024 new business effective dates.

Cigna: Plans, Networks, and Extras Your Large Group Clients Want

If you have Large Group clients (with 101-249 or more lives) looking for more than just quality health care, talk with us about Cigna. It delivers health and so much more.

An Important Message from CaliforniaChoice Regarding Cigna + Oscar

An important portfolio change will begin with the January 1, 2025, effective date for CaliforniaChoice.

ACA’s Annual PCORI Fee Filing – Due by July 31

Health plans must again file the annual PCORI Fee, due 7/31.24. But there's good news for employers with fully insured plans — there's almost nothing to do! Paul Roberts’ latest column covers everything you need to know about who files, the details of PCORI fees, and exceptions for certain plans.