About 25% of health insurance claims in California were denied last year. New legislation now bans insurers from using AI alone to deny claims based on medical necessity.
Drugmakers Increase Prescription Med Prices in 2025
Prescription drug prices rose on nearly 600 medications in January, impacting treatments for diabetes, HIV, COVID-19, cancer, and more. Learn more.
Tech Team Updates for February 2025
February’s Tech Team Updates offer more news you can use concerning Ease and its transition to Employee Navigator, which continues throughout 2025.
Understanding Augmented Reality (AR) Health Insurance
Augmented Reality (AR) is no longer just a buzzword in insurance and tech. It’s a practical tool your agency can use to better serve clients and drive sales. But what is AR? Find out in this article.
Understanding San Francisco’s Health Care Security Ordinance
We break down the San Francisco HCSO – a local health care spending law that can apply to employers both inside and outside California. Whether fully insured or self-funded, employers with even one SF-based employee are generally subject to HCSO’s spending, reporting, & compliance requirements.
Medicare and Medicaid Coverage for Weight Loss Drugs
A November 2024 proposal by the Biden administration that would allow Medicare and require Medicaid (Medi-Cal in California) to provide coverage for weight loss drugs could be in jeopardy.
Carrier EAP Resources for Your Clients
Many of our carrier partners offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) as part of their Small Group benefits. These EAPs offer a range of services to their health plan members including free and confidential counseling, assessments, support services, referrals to other resources, and more.