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Here’s an overview of recent updates from our carrier partners. For details on any specific update, click on the related link.

Medical, Ancillary, and Bonus Information

• Multiple Medical and Ancillary Carriers
  • o   Q4 Quoting: Multiple Medical and Ancillary carriers are now quoting for Q4. Get a jump on upcoming renewals and new business during the traditional peak season. Login now or contact us for assistance.
• Aetna​
  • 2025 PCORI Update: Aetna reminds brokers and Aetna Funding Advantage (AFA) clients about the annual Patient Centered Outcomes Research (PCORI) fee that helps fund insights into health outcomes, clinical effectiveness, and more. During June, Aetna provided a membership report clients can use in filing the required IRS Form 720. That form has a federal deadline of 7/31/2025.
  • Improved AFA Options: Starting with 9/1/2025 effective and renewal dates, Aetna is making changes to Aetna Funding Advantage (AFA) plans. Download the latest flyer for details.
• Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield​
  • Chamber of Commerce Association Health Plan (AHP) Coverage: Anthem offers members of the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce, affiliate members of the Tahoe Chamber of Commerce, and members of the Elko Area Chamber of Commerce AHP coverage. Ask the Nevada sales team for details or download the brochure for more information.
  • HSA Plan Enhancement: Anthem Health Savings Account (HSA) plans now include PreventiveRx, giving members pre-deductible access to medications for chronic health conditions. Talk with us to learn more.
  • ACA Alternatives: Contact Mona, Joshua, or Peter about why Anthem AHP and Anthem Balanced Funding (ABF) plans are great ACA plan alternatives for your clients 
• Prominence Health Plan​​
  • New Builders Alliance Options: Prominence has added PPO Select and PPO Freedom Association Health Plans (AHPs) to the Nevada Builders Alliance platform. Download the flyer or give us a call for information.
  • Small Group Bonus: A bonus from Prominence Health pays $500 for each Small Group written for effective dates through 12/1/2025. Your cases could also be eligible for the Employer Welcome Premium Credit of $1,000, $1,500, or $2,500 on groups of 2-50. Download the Prominence flyer for details.
  • AHP Options for Other Groups: Prominence continues to offer AHP coverage to members of the Northern Nevada Dental Society, Southern Nevada Dental Society, and Washoe County Medical Society. Download plan-specific info from our online Insurance Forms Library. Also ask about the 2025-2026 Plan Benefit Guide for members of the Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce.
• ​Word & Brown and General Nevada News​
  • Employer Market – New NV Dental MLR Rules: Signed into law in 2023 and effective in 2026, Nevada’s SB 393 strengthens the state’s Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) rule for Dental. Those not meeting the new threshold must lower rates or compensate policyholders. Expect rate changes in coming months as employers and carriers work to meet the 2026 mandate.
  • Carrier Pre-Sale FAQ: Word & Brown has updated its Nevada Small Group Carrier Pre-Sale FAQ; download and print your copy from the online Insurance Forms Library.