by Barbara Kempen | Sep 25, 2026 | Affordable Health Insurance, Covered California, Federal Poverty Level, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica, HSA, Open Enrollment
As we head into the final months of 2026, it’s time to start preparing for 2027 health insurance renewals. Covered California members can begin renewing or changing their plans starting October 1, 2026, while Open Enrollment officially begins November 1. For 2027,...
by Barbara Kempen | Sep 25, 2026 | Affordable Health Insurance, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica, HSA, Indemnity Plans, Member Benefits, Open Enrollment
When shopping for health insurance, it’s easy to focus on one number: the monthly premium. But for 2027, Californians should pay equally close attention to what happens when they actually use their health insurance. Covered California has released its 2027...
by Barbara Kempen | Jun 12, 2026 | Affordable Health Insurance, Federal Poverty Level, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica, HSA, Indemnity Plans
Health insurance premiums continue to rise, and many Californians are looking for ways to lower their monthly costs while still protecting themselves from unexpected medical bills. One option worth considering is a Health Savings Account (HSA)-compatible health plan....
by Barbara Kempen | Jun 9, 2026 | Affordable Health Insurance, Graduation, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica, HSA, Indemnity Plans, Special Enrollment Period
Graduation is an exciting milestone. Whether you’re finishing high school, college, or graduate school, it marks the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities, challenges, and important life decisions. Between job hunting, moving to a new city, or...
by Barbara Kempen | Mar 25, 2026 | Affordable Health Insurance, Covered California, Federal Poverty Level, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica, HSA, Special Enrollment Period
Each year, the federal government updates the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). These guidelines help determine eligibility for many public assistance programs. In California, the FPL plays an important role in health coverage eligibility. It helps determine whether...
by Barbara Kempen | Oct 23, 2025 | Affordable Health Insurance, Benefits Administration, Health Insurance Brentwood, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica, HSA
What is a Health Savings Account (HSA)? A Health Savings Account (HSA) works much like a “medical IRA.” It’s a tax-advantaged savings account designed to help individuals with High Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs) pay for qualified medical expenses. Significant changes...
