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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.

4 Reasons Why Health Insurance Brokers Need to Adopt Technology Now

Shifts in the insurance industry are dramatically changing the way brokers do their job. Technology is taking over an industry that was once entirely reliant on paper. If you’re worried you can’t keep up with the change of pace, you’re not alone.

Collect Employee Waivers, Even When Carriers Do Not Require It

Many employer groups will be going through Open Enrollment and renewal periods as we progress through the fourth quarter and close out 2018. They’ll be relying on their health insurance brokers to help them more than ever.

7 Common ERISA Compliance Pitfalls to Avoid

Of all health insurance regulations, ERISA plan documentation rules can be the trickiest to navigate and the most catastrophically costly for those who take a wrong turn — even one that’s unintentional.

Important ACA Dependent-Rating-Structure Change For Plans Sold or Renewing in 2018

Beginning in 2014, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) implemented a member-level rating structure that requires or mandates non-grandfathered Small Group and Individual & Family Plan (IFP) carriers to charge one dependent rate for children ages 0 to 20.

We’re Growing – and Relocating in Las Vegas

Word & Brown is growing – and we need more space to serve you better. We are excited to announce our Las Vegas staff is making a move to a new, more spacious office.

Quoting and Enrollment Live for 2018 Kaiser Permanente Business

It’s an exciting time for brokers in California. Quoting and enrollment are now live for small businesses with one to 100 employees seeking 2018 coverage with Kaiser Permanente, the nation’s largest integrated health system based in California.

Word & Brown Signs New Kaiser Permanente Small Group Contract

The Word & Brown General Agency has signed a new General Agent contract with Kaiser Permanente, the nation’s largest integrated health system, based in California.