Sunday, April 5, 2026 There is a common belief in the market that if you want access to more advanced health insurance strategies—like level funding or captives—you need to work with a large national brokerage. Companies like HUB International or Marsh McLennan are often seen as the only option. READ MORE >>
Friday, April 3, 2026If you are a small business owner in California, chances are your health insurance renewal feels the same every year—another increase, with very little explanation or control. Many employers assume their only option is a traditional small group health insurance plan. But that is no longer the case. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, April 1, 2026When reviewing dental and vision insurance options, one of the most common questions we hear is: “What happens if I go out-of-network?” The answer depends on the type of plan you have—and for dental, it depends on how the carrier structures reimbursement. Let’s break it down in a simple way. READ MORE >>
Monday, December 22, 2025There has been a lot of misinformation out there on Covered CA individual and family premiums increasing next year. We wanted to provide some helpful information to you below: Will Covered California premiums increase if Congress does nothing? Short answer: No. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, October 1, 2025As Medicare Prescription Drug Plan (Part D) Open Enrollment begins on October 15th – December 7th, we want to share an important update that affects how you will manage your drug coverage this year. We will continue to fully support you with: READ MORE >>
Wednesday, July 9, 2025Blue Shield Source Please see the below update from the Blue Shield website on the UC contract negotiations: New update as of July 8, 2025 We are pleased to confirm that Blue Shield of California and UC Health today reached a new agreement. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, July 2, 2025 Please note that as of yesterday, Blue Shield of California and the UC system have agreed to extend their contract negotiations through August 9th. This is a positive sign that both parties are committed to reaching an agreement. Just a reminder that this impacts group plans, individual and family plans, and Medicare Advantage plans. READ MORE >>
Friday, June 20, 2025If you are a patient at UCSD, UCSF, UCLA, or any other University of California medical facility and carry Blue Shield of California insurance, you may have heard some chatter recently about a potential disruption in coverage. Here is what is really going on—and what it means for you. READ MORE >>
Sunday, June 8, 2025Managing employee benefits isn’t easy—especially if HR is already wearing ten hats. Here are five common headaches we see (and solve): Enrollment Chaos: Missing forms, confused employees, and tight deadlines can create a mess. We streamline the process with portals and hands-on support. READ MORE >>
Thursday, June 5, 2025Many small businesses assume that offering health insurance is out of reach. But in reality, there are more flexible, affordable options than ever. Here’s what small businesses should know: You Don’t Need 50 Employees: In California, businesses with as few as one W-2 employee may qualify for group coverage. READ MORE >>
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