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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.

Large Group Carrier Spotlight: Cigna

If you want to expand your Large Group sales, or if you’re exploring new carriers for your larger group California clients, Word & Brown can help. Our partnership with Cigna offers you a choice of networks, a variety of plan options, and Cigna’s reputation for innovation.

California Employers Without Retirement Plans Must Enroll in State Program by 6/30/2022

California employers with 5+ employees that do not already sponsor a retirement plan must begin participating in a state-run retirement program called CalSavers by June 30. Here’s what employers need to know.

Tech Team Updates for March 2022

It’s time, again, for the latest “news you can use” concerning Ease, the online enrollment platform for health insurance brokers focused on the 2-250 employee marketplace. Here’s what’s new for March.

Large Group Carrier Spotlight: Blue Shield of California

The latest information on Large Group from Blue Shield of California.

MarTech Trends in 2022 for Brokers to Know

In this article, we will break down the top MarTech trends for insurance brokers to be aware of, and potentially leverage, in 2022.

COVID-19 Test Reimbursment: How to Get Test Paid for by Health Insurance

Learn how your clients can qualify for COVID-19 test reimbursement.

A Deep Dive into California “Single Payer”

California's most-recent attempt to pass "single payer" legislation in California failed, for the sixth time, in January 2022. Learn about California's recent AB 1400 proposal, and take a deeper dive into "single payer" methodology for Californians and the country.