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Pediatric Dental ID Cards
Posted: May 15, 2014
Most enrollees will automatically receive new ID cards for the mandatory Pediatric Dental coverage that is now part of all 2014 health plans. These are automatically generated and mailed to members. Under the ACA, pediatric dental coverage is mandated for all children. Each health plan is handling this differently, but many of their systems are issuing the ID cards and sending even to members with...
Health Plan Notifications Worrying Members
Posted: May 15, 2014
As you know, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has caused many changes to health insurance this year. Your current plan is being transitioned to new ACA compliant plan effective June 1, 2014. This transition is generating confusing communications from your health plan. We have heard from many members this week who have received letters or notices from their health plan stating that they've changed plans;...
Southern CA Kaiser Pharmacies to close May 19th
Posted: May 15, 2014
Below is a statement from Kaiser's website: All Southern California outpatient pharmacies may close temporarily starting May 19 The Guild for Professional Pharmacists is planning to conduct a work stoppage starting at 7 a.m. on Monday, May 19. Most other inpatient and outpatient services will continue as normal, and your clients’ employees are encouraged to keep their doctor’s appointments, get their lab tests, and have...
Covered California and Your Health Care Tax Credit
Posted: May 7, 2014
Although the Open Enrollment for Covered CA is finished, important details continue to emerge with regard to the tax credits many are receiving. Here is some useful information, and links to important tools to help you understand your obligations under the law. Important Links: IRS Facts About the Premium Tax Credit Covered CA Frequently Asked Questions about Tax Credits U.C. Berkeley Modified Adjusted Gross Income...
C.A.R. Health Plans Open Enrollment
Posted: April 22, 2014
OPEN ENROLLMENT HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO MAY 31ST 2014. The C.A.R. Health Plans currently include medical plans from Kaiser and Anthem Blue Cross; dental plans from Ameritas Group; a VSP vision plan, and life and accidental death and dismemberment from MetLife. The medical contracts renew on June 1st each year, while dental, vision and life renew on January 1st. Effective June 1st all C.A.R....