Federal law mandates health plans to report premium costs, drug use, and spending via the CAA’s RxDC program. Carriers handle reporting for insured plans, but employers may need to assist. This 2026 overview covers carrier approaches, surveys, deadlines, and where employer input is required.
Weight Loss Drugs (GLP-1) Coverage
April 17, 2026Nevada Carrier Partner Updates
April 15, 2026Federal Priorities from NABIP’s 2026 Capitol Conference
April 08, 2026FEATURED ARTICLE
Healthgrades Publishes 2026 “America’s 100 Best Hospitals” List: 18 in California, 3 in Nevada
Healthgrades recently published its annual list of “America’s Best Hospital Awards” to recognize the top hospitals in the county. This year’s list includes 18 facilities in California as well as three facilities in Nevada.
How Word & Brown Helps Bridge Human and Digital Divide with Quoting and 24-Hour Turnaround
Word & Brown's WBQuote combines rapid quote turnaround with the agent expertise clients trust. See how our 24-hour SLA gives brokers a real competitive edge.
Tech Team Updates for March 2026
The Tech Team Updates for this month offer more news you can use concerning Ease and its transition to Employee Navigator, which is continuing in 2026.
Employee Navigator Training for Brokers
Word & Brown is encouraging brokers to use the great training program and resources that Employee Navigator has provided to support brokers on its build process.
Carrier Infertility Overview
Starting January 1, 2026, SB 729 requires California health plans to cover infertility diagnosis and treatment. Large Group plans must include these benefits, while Small Group plans must offer them. See below for details on benefits and riders available with our Small Group carriers.