by Barbara Kempen | Sep 13, 2023 | Affordable Health Insurance, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica, Member Benefits, Prescription Drugs
The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), in collaboration with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), has just announced the list of the first 10 drugs under Medicare Part D set to undergo negotiation. Below are the names of the...
by Barbara Kempen | Aug 7, 2023 | Affordable Health Insurance, Blue Shield of CA, Covered California, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica, Member Benefits, Preventative Care, Santa Monica Life Insurance, Special Enrollment Period
In 2024 Covered California offers Californians whose incomes are no more than 250% of the federal poverty level to be eligible for three silver plans that will require no deductible. These are household earnings of at least $33,975 for an individual and $69,375 for...
by Barbara Kempen | Aug 3, 2023 | Affordable Health Insurance, Blue Shield of CA, Covered California, Group Health Insurance, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica
Covered California just released the rates and new benefit structure for 2024. Health insurance rates will climb an average of 9.6% statewide in 2024 for consumers who buy their coverage through Covered California, according to the agency. However, by switching...
by Barbara Kempen | Jul 22, 2023 | Affordable Health Insurance, Benefits Administration, Blue Shield of CA, Covered California, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica, Life Insurance, Life Insurance Brentwood, Life Insurance for Single Moms, Life Insurance Pacific Palisades, Life Insurance Santa Monica, Santa Monica Life Insurance, Special Enrollment Period
☀️Summer in California holds a special allure for those seeking a fresh start, offering an ideal backdrop for embarking on new adventures. As the school year wraps up, families eagerly embrace the chance to relocate, infusing their lives with fresh energy and new...
by Barbara Kempen | Jul 21, 2023 | Affordable Health Insurance, Covered California, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica, Member Benefits
While on its first-quarter earnings call with newly appointed CEO, Mark Bertolini, Oscar Health announced its plans to exit the California marketplace by the end of this year 2023. This strategic decision is the result of a thorough evaluation of performance metrics...
by Barbara Kempen | Jul 19, 2023 | Affordable Health Insurance, Benefits Administration, Blue Shield of CA, Covered California, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica, Life Insurance, Member Benefits, Register
Are you ready to take charge of your healthcare like never before? In 2023 insurance carriers are rolling out an online price transparency tool available for 500 shoppable items and services. In compliance with Transparency in Coverage, subsequently implemented under...
by Barbara Kempen | Jul 3, 2023 | Affordable Health Insurance, Blue Shield of CA, Covered California, getting married, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica, Life Insurance, Life Insurance Brentwood, Life Insurance Pacific Palisades, Life Insurance Santa Monica, Santa Monica Life Insurance, Special Enrollment Period
Getting married is a joyful and exciting experience, but it also comes with a lot of responsibilities. One of the most important things you need to consider is health insurance coverage for you and your spouse. It’s important to prioritize your family’s...
by Barbara Kempen | Jun 8, 2023 | Affordable Health Insurance, Blue Shield of CA, Covered California, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica, Life Insurance, Life Insurance Brentwood, Life Insurance for Single Moms, Life Insurance for unemployed, Life Insurance Pacific Palisades, Life Insurance Santa Monica, Special Enrollment Period
Life is full of unexpected twists and turns, and sometimes those changes can impact your insurance coverage. But did you know that certain life events may qualify you for a Special Enrollment Period to make changes to your insurance policy? That’s right—if...
by Barbara Kempen | Jun 8, 2023 | Affordable Health Insurance, Covered California, Dental Insurance, Graduation, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica
Graduating from college is a significant milestone. We wanted to extend our warmest congratulations to the Class of 2023 on reaching this outstanding achievement! As you embark on the next chapter of their lives, with many aspirations for the future and new...
by Barbara Kempen | May 23, 2023 | Affordable Health Insurance, Blue Shield of CA, Covered California, Dental Insurance
Many of us are asking if purchasing dental insurance makes sense to buy. My recommendation is that if you have strong, healthy teeth, you do not need dental insurance, however dental insurance even in these cases will be helpful as people who carry dental insurance...
