Stay Healthy with Free Preventative Care: What You Need to Know

Although it might take some time to set up your free preventative exam with your in-network doctor, it is well worth taking advantage of this benefit. Most preventive care visits are scheduled between two to three month in advance, so start scheduling your preventive...

Special Enrollment Period for Individual Health Insurance

Starting February 1, 2025 the Special Enrollment Period begins. During the Special Enrollment Period from February 1st to October 31st, 2025, anyone seeking to enroll in or change their existing health insurance must have had a so-called “qualifying life...

LA Fires : Picking Up the Pieces and How to Rebuild Your Life

Tragedy often strikes when you least expect it. Many of my clients, as well as myself, have faced the devastating loss of all our possessions in the LA fires. Homes, cars, everything we owned—gone in an instant. However, we are grateful to be safe, surrounded by...

Covered California Announces 2025 Health Plans and Rates: What You Need to Know

What You Need to Know Covered California has released its preliminary health plan rates for 2025, revealing an average rate increase of 7.9%. Despite various challenges such as higher health care usage, increased pharmacy costs, rising care expenses, and labor...

How to be Critical Illness Prepared: Prioritizing Your Team’s Well-Being

Have you considered the importance of prioritizing your team’s well-being by proactively addressing critical illnesses within your workplace? Imagine your team as a crew sailing toward shared goals. But what if a storm—a critical illness—threatens their journey?...

Navigating Uncertainty: Blue Shield vs. Providence Negotiation Standoff

In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, negotiations between insurance carriers and healthcare systems are critical for ensuring patients have access to the care they need and premiums they can afford. However, recent events have highlighted the challenges and...