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Because the insurance industry is evolving, and rules and regulations change, we help you stay up-to-date by sending carrier, product, and other updates regularly via emails and e-newsletters, post updates in our online Newsroom, and post on social media. Check out the latest news below.

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Health Net Group Market Exit

Health Net is exiting the California Small Group and Large Group medical markets. The exit impacts all Health Net Small Group and Large Group medical groups, including groups enrolled through CalChoice.

Health Net/Carrier Renewal Alignment Process

As part of W&B’s efforts to support you in connection with the transition of your existing Health Net groups to alternative coverage, we’ve added renewal alignment process information to our carrier pages.

Health Net Transition: Medical Carrier UW Promotions & Bonuses

We want to make it easy for you and your clients to find replacement coverage in response to the planned exit by Health Net in 2027 from the group insurance market in California.

Humana Extends Dental Bundling Bonus to January 2027

Humana has extended your opportunity to earn a bundling bonus on Dental sold in combination with other Humana group benefits.

Employee Navigator Training

Word & Brown is encouraging brokers to use the great training program and resources that Employee Navigator has developed to support brokers regarding its build process as the transition from Ease to Employee Navigator continues.

Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage Is Changing for 2027 — But What Should Employers Do Now?

Medicare Part D creditable coverage rules are changing for plan years beginning in 2027. Here’s what brokers need to know about this fall’s 2026 notice deadline, the new 2027 testing standard, and what employers should review again at renewal.

Power Hour Q1 2027

Join us as we cover the strategy that will define next quarter: opening conversations in a shifting market, positioning your value against competitors, structuring renewals that protect your book, and turning objections into next steps.

Who Pays When “Surprise Billing” Is Off the Table? Understanding the No Surprises Act’s IDR Process

The No Surprises Act protects patients from certain out-of-network balance bills, but the provider and health plan still have to determine what gets paid. This column explains the federal IDR process, why its use has surged, and why it’s drawing more attention in health care cost discussions.