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.

Support Services for Those Impacted
by The California Wildfires

The numerous wildfires that raged through California have created catastrophic damage and loss of life, in addition to taking a toll on families and loved ones. To help, Principal and Delta Dental are offering support services.

Access the support services and resources. Please pass this information on to anyone you know that has been impacted and needs assistance.

Special Enrollment Period Extended
Through The End of The Year 

New small groups requesting a January 1, 2020, effective date are eligible for coverage without meeting the minimum participation and contribution requirements during a special enrollment period (SEP). Blue Shield is extending this SEP from the standard November 15 through December 15 dates and will accept submissions all the way through December 31.

Groups enrolling during the special enrollment period must meet all other small group eligibility requirements. Learn more. 

Report: How Small Businesses
Can Compete and Thrive

As work and life continue to blend and unemployment remains low, the competition for employee talent is intense. Small businesses are seeking solutions to help their companies tackle the challenge of attracting and retaining employees. Strategic benefits can play a pivotal role.

MetLife's new report, The Evolving Work-Life World: How Small Businesses Can Compete and Thrive, dives into what small businesses and their employees think about benefits. The findings may be surprising.

Inside the report you'll learn:

• The perception gap between what small business employers and employees think when it comes to current benefits. (The gap is closing.)
• The increasing value small business employees place on benefits through the workplace. (The value jumped +13% in 2019.)
• The gig economy factor and what small business employers should know about the implications and opportunities.

Download the report and use the insights as conversation starters with your clients and prospects. Contact us today to develop tailored benefits solutions for your clients.

Just-Released Q1-2020 Top 3 Carrier
Price Comparison

Get a quick assessment of the leading carrier with the best value with our new Q1-2020 Top 3 Carrier Price Comparison. Each quarter, we select the comparable, best-selling PPO plans from Anthem, Blue Shield, and UnitedHealthcare, and show you the percentage and dollar difference between them.

Our Carrier Price Comparison Service Makes it Easy to:

• Prospect for new clients by quickly identifying the savings you may offer them based on their current carrier. 
• Prioritize which renewals within your current book of business need attention first.

Discover the best value in your region and statewide with our Q1-2020 Top 3 Carrier Price Comparison.

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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.

Questions?
Contact the small group experts at 800.696.4543 or info@claremontcompanies.com.

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