by Barbara Kempen | Apr 25, 2022 | Uncategorized
For many small businesses, setting up employee health insurance and other plans may seem too complicated. Many small businesses share a common question, “Can I offer my employees a stipend in lieu of a health insurance plan?” Employers certainly can offer...
by Barbara Kempen | Apr 8, 2022 | Affordable Health Insurance, Tax Credits
On April 6th, 2022, the Biden administration proposed a change to how the IRS calculates the affordability of health insurance for employees and their families. The affordability test is used to calculate if a household is eligible for premium assistance through...
by Barbara Kempen | Nov 9, 2021 | Affordable Health Insurance, Covered California
Starting in 2022, we are seeing some positive changes to the Silver 70 plan benefits for both Covered CA & off-exchange (direct-to-carrier) plans. The Silver plans are the most popular plan selection of the 4 metal tier options (Bronze, Silver, Gold &...
by Barbara Kempen | Sep 14, 2021 | Affordable Health Insurance, Covered California, COVID-19
Keeping your information up-to-date is critical for many things and health insurance is no exception. As the renewal season for your health insurance starts October 1st 2021, it is important to make sure that your insurance carrier has the most up-to-date address,...
by Barbara Kempen | Aug 5, 2021 | Affordable Health Insurance, Covered California, Health Insurance Pacific Palisades, Health Insurance Santa Monica
Great news! Covered California just announced that its 2022 rate increase will be 1.8 percent for the individual and family health plans in California. This small increase is due to the American Rescue Plan which grants more financial help for California families....