The Latest News, Insights and Services for Brokers | View Online
To keep you current on information critical to your business, below are updates and resources to support your sales and service efforts. To access our full library, visit the News and Industry Perspectives site.
The Trump administration issued a final rule relaxing criteria for establishing and joining Association Health Plans. The new rule could mean that you will have many more product choices to offer small group clients, but much depends on actions taken by the state of California. Learn more.
Blue Shield announces the addition of Santé Community Physicians to its Access+ HMO provider network. With more than 1,200 physicians and nurse practitioners, Santé Community Physicians is the largest provider group in the Fresno Valley.
Working with the best hospitals, lab, x-ray facilities, and outpatient caregivers, Santé offers wellness classes, health screenings, and preventive care to help members and their families maintain good health.
With our convenient FAQs, quickly find answers about the ACA, Covered California for Small Business, the San Francisco Ordinance and, in the General section, managing your agency during times of change.
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Independence Day
Claremont's office will be closed July 4th in observance of Independence Day. Have a safe and happy holiday!
IN THIS ISSUE Healthcare Reform: Reinvigorating Association Health Plans -------------------------------- Blue Shield of CA: Santé Community Physicians Now Available -------------------------------- Question of The Week -------------------------------- Holiday Schedule Independence Day
IMPORTANT DATES June 29 • Application Deadline: - Reliance Standard -------------------------------- July 5 • Application Deadline: - Delta Dental -------------------------------- July 6 • Application Deadline: - Blue Shield of CA - Choice Builder - MetLife -------------------------------- July 9 • Application Deadline: - Beam Dental - Humana - Principal - UnitedHealthcare -------------------------------- July 25 • Application Deadline: - Chinese Community Health Care - Covered California for Small Business • Benefit Technology Certification Course
As always, we'll keep you informed about healthcare reform issues and news affecting you and your clients. Our knowledgeable team is here to help you succeed.
