Group Market - Producer News

Open Enrollment Materials Available on B’link | 10/12/2023

Make open enrollment easy

2024 Small Group and Preferred Choice Benefit Highlights Available | 10/12/2023

Visit Premera.com to view the small group and Preferred Choice benefit highlights

2021 CAA Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Attestation | 10/12/2023

Important details on Premera Blue Cross will approach the requirement ahead of the December 31, 2023, due date

Medicare Part D Notification and Creditable Coverage Reports | 9/14/2023

Help your group clients understand their responsibilities about disclosing prescription drug coverage and creditable coverage status information

Total Joint Replacement Bundle Discontinuing January 2024 | 9/14/2023

The Premera Designated Centers of Excellence total joint replacement bundle for Washington state will no longer be offered for the 2024 plan year

Sales Confirmation Changes | 9/14/2023

Positive updates to streamline the sales confirmation process

Peak Care to Sunset for 2024 Plan Year | 9/14/2023

Peak Care will be discontinued effective January 1, 2024

Setting Up Workplace Program for COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines | 9/14/2023

On Tuesday, September 12, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approved two mRNA vaccines, from Pfizer and Moderna, for those 6 months and older

Matchmaker for Behavioral Health Improves Access and Navigation | 9/14/2023

Finding a behavioral healthcare provider that meets the unique needs of every member has never been easier

Expanded Online Enrollment and Billing Capabilities Coming Soon | 8/10/2023

Billing, Payment, and Enrollment Center access will expand to more groups

Introducing Rx Savings Solutions | 7/12/2023

Rx Savings Solutions offers members personalized alerts regarding saving opportunities on their prescriptions

Digital Newsfeed Pilot Launches for Fully Insured Groups | 7/12/2023

Beginning July 10, 2023, Premera Blue Cross is launching a new information delivery system for plan subscribers with a valid mobile number on file

Are Your Employer Groups Curious About Kinwell? Schedule a Lunch ‘n’ Learn | 6/7/2023

Give your employer groups the opportunity to learn more about Kinwell and the advanced primary care experience

Prescription Data Submitted to CMS | 6/7/2023

Premera successfully submitted prescription drug data to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS)

Matching Members With Behavioral Health Providers | 6/7/2023

Matchmaker™ for Behavioral Health connects members with a personalized, curated list of mental health professionals

Updates to Electronic Coordination of Benefits Expansion | 5/10/2023

Changes coming in May and June for several plan types and funding arrangements

Rx Data Collection Survey for Premera Employer Groups Now Available | 4/12/2023

Learn how Premera is managing reporting for reference 2022

Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Treated at Kinwell | 4/11/2023

Every week more Premera members head to Kinwell for their advanced primary care needs and there’s still room to grow

Employer Engagement Series Launched in February | 3/9/2023

The recording of the first Premera Employer Engagement Series is now available

No Surprises Act - Update on Air Ambulance Data Collection (AADC) | 3/9/2023

CMS delays deadline for reporting pending final rule

Update on Reporting Requirements for Prescription Drug Data Collection | 3/9/2023

Find out how Premera plans to support reference year 2022 reporting for group clients, due June 1, 2023

Register Today! 2023 Producer Education Series Kicks Off This Month | 2/9/2023

A lot happened in 2022. Join us this month for our Producer Education Series What you might have missed in 2022

Kinwell Launches Virtual Care Statewide | 2/9/2023

The new Kinwell virtual care program will provide Premera members more opportunities to access primary care and behavioral health services

Federal No Surprises Act - Air Ambulance Reporting | 2/9/2023

Premera to submit air ambulance reporting as required by the federal No Surprises Act

Dr. Mia Wise Appointed President of Kinwell Medical Group | 2/9/2023

Dr. Wise will continue Kinwell’s mission to create a truly unique healthcare experience for Premera members

2023 Reports Available for Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage | 1/12/2023

Help your group clients understand their responsibilities about disclosing prescription drug coverage and creditable coverage status information

Prescription Drug Data Collection (RxDC) Reporting | 1/12/2023

Premera successfully submitted the required reporting ahead of the December 27 deadline

Members Can Access Digital Versions of Their Insurance Cards | 12/13/2022

Members don’t have to wait for their insurance card to arrive in the mail to visit their doctor

More Premera Members Using Kinwell | 12/7/2022

Kinwell primary care clinics have seen an increase in in-person and virtual appointments

Electronic Coordination of Benefits (eCOB) Start January 1 | 12/7/2022

On January 1, 2023, Premera and Express Scripts (ESI) start phased roll out of electronic coordination of benefits (eCOB)

Planning For Tax Season: Form 1095-B | 12/7/2022

What you need to know about form 1095-B

Kinwell Makes Strides in Primary Care Access | 11/8/2022

While wait times and hurried appointments plague other providers, Kinwell remains steadfast in providing high quality primary care for Premera members

2023 Health Plan Guides Available Now | 11/8/2022

Health plan guides for the 2023 plan year are available for Small and Large Group business and Preferred Choice

Behavioral Health Navigator Changing in 2023 | 10/19/2022

Quartet contract not renewed for 2023

Leadership Change for Washington and Alaska Group Business | 10/13/2022

Premera sales leadership changes will make for a more efficient and consistent experience

Kinwell Opens New Clinic in Mill Creek | 9/8/2022

Kinwell Medical Group opens its newest clinic in Mill Creek, Washington, expanding choice in primary care options for Premera Blue Cross members

2023 Washington State Insulin Copay Cap – SB 5546 | 9/8/2022

New law caps covered insulin drug at $35 for a 30-day supply

Medicare Part D Notification and Creditable Coverage Reports | 9/8/2022

Help your group clients understand their responsibilities about disclosing prescription drug coverage and creditable coverage status information

New Open Enrollment Resources Are Available in B’link | 9/8/2022

This year, we’re offering several resources within two convenient packages in B’link to support employers during the open enrollment phase

Setting Up Workplace Program For COVID-19 And Flu Vaccines | 9/8/2022

The CDC recommends that employers implement a workplace vaccination program for COVID-19 in addition to a flu shot clinic. A newly revised list of in-network providers is available to help employers set up workplace COVID-19 and flu shot clinics

Save-the-Date: Producer Education Webinar Coming Soon | 8/11/2022

Join us in September for our Back-to-School Preparing for the 2023 Plan Year webinar

Vivacity Care Clinics Rebranding to Kinwell | 8/11/2022

In mid-September, Vivacity Care Clinics in Spokane will be rebranded to Kinwell to align patient experience

Kinwell Clinics Opening Across Washington | 7/14/2022

Kinwell opens a new clinic on Denny Way in Seattle, further promoting exclusive clinic access to Premera members

Coming Soon! Expanded Online Enrollment and Billing Capabilities | 6/9/2022

For WA fully insured small and large group (51+) clients who do not already have access to the online Billing, Payment, & Enrollment Center

Kim Lovell Wins Award for Outstanding Washington Insurance Representative | 4/14/2022

Every year, the Washington Association of Health Underwriters (WAHU) recognizes an outstanding healthcare insurance professional in the Pacific Northwest

Producer Education Training Recording Available | 2/11/2022

The goal of this event is to make it easy to understand and sell Premera Blue Cross to your group clients

2022 Reports Available for Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage | 2/11/2022

Remind your small group and Preferred Choice clients about their responsibilities to disclose prescription drug coverage and creditable coverage status

Producer Education Program | 1/13/2022

This upcoming webinar focuses on finding care for your group clients.

Coming soon: Premera MyCare | 12/16/2021

We have created a digital front door for all our member’s virtual care need with Premera MyCare.

Flex Advantage Plans to be Discontinued | 12/15/2021

Find out what you need to know about this product change

Recovery Services for Subrogation with Rawlings | 12/13/2021

Premera will use Rawlings for subrogation beginning January 1, 2022.

ConnectYourCare Is Now Part of Optum Financial | 10/20/2021

A look at changes as part of the transition

Producer Education Training Recording Now Available | 10/14/2021

See the overview and live recording from our recent webinar

2022 Health Plan Guides for Selling are Now Available | 10/14/2021

2022 Health Plan Guides for Selling are Now Available

Register Today for the Upcoming Producer Education Training | 9/16/2021

Join us on September 23rd for a live training

Open Enrollment Season Is Here | 9/16/2021

Check out the new resources available to share with your group clients to help them before and during open enrollment

Medicare Part D Notification and Creditable Coverage Reports | 9/16/2021

Help your group clients understand their responsibilities about disclosing prescription drug coverage and creditable coverage status information

1099-HC Massachusetts Minimum Creditable Coverage | 7/8/2021

Premera will no longer file the 1099-HC form or provide a pass/fail analysis.

More Ways to Earn in 2021: Associations Sprint Program | 4/8/2021

You can increase your bonus earning potential by selling Premera medical and dental plans.

Streaming Hope + the Power of Music with Peak Care Members | 2/9/2021

We have an exciting new ‘perk’ for our Peak Care plan members!

COVID-19 Vaccine Communications to Share with Your Clients | 1/25/2021

Tell your clients about the B’link communications to help you tell their employees where to go for the latest information about getting vaccinated and their benefits.

COBRA Third-Party Administrator FAQ | 1/25/2021

This FAQ will help your customers on how to handle COBRA.

New Virtual Care Resources Now on B’link | 1/25/2021

If your clients have questions about accessing their virtual care benefits, we can help you answer them with ready-to-share employee communications.

New Extensions and Changes to FSA Accounts | 1/11/2021

The newly signed Consolidated Appropriations Act 2021 may impact your clients and their benefits plans.

COVID Benefit Enhancements Changing | 12/10/2020

Key dates you will want to relay to your clients.

Teladoc Is Being Discontinued | 11/9/2020

Find important information on this discontinuation for your clients.

MOBE Program Discontinuing December 31, 2020 | 10/12/2020

We seek to find a better solution that will allow us to offer a program that will lower claims cost and improve affordability of care.

Why Peak Care? Employer Improves Employee Satisfaction, Reduces Costs, and Increases Transparency | 9/21/2020

The last of 3 stories that showcase how the Peak Care plan is positively impacting employers and members.

The 2020 Open Enrollment Season Is Here | 9/21/2020

We have created a virtual open enrollment experience for your clients.

Medicare Part D Notification and Creditable Coverage Reports | 9/21/2020

Help your group clients understand their responsibilities about disclosing prescription drug coverage and creditable coverage status information.

Why Peak Care? Employer Sees 63% Enrollment and Expects Even More Growth | 9/8/2020

The second of 3 stories that showcase how the Peak Care plan is positivity impacting employers and members.

Validating Claims Is Getting Quicker and Easier | 7/27/2020

Beginning September 1, 2020, the coordination of benefits service your group clients get through Premera is going digital.

What Employers Are Saying About Peak Care | 7/13/2020

New and updated materials to share with your group clients in the Pierce, Thurston, and Spokane County areas.

CYC and the CARES Act | 5/11/2020

Everything you need to know about the new Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act ("CARES Act").

We’re Collecting Feedback From Group Clients on New Communication Timelines | 4/13/2020

B’link now offers communication timelines and we want to know what your group clients think about this new tool.

Preventive Care: It’s All Part of the Plan | 3/10/2020

Remind your clients about preventive services available to them.

Something New for Your Group Clients | 2/24/2020

B’link now offers communication timelines with resources for every month of their plan year. Share this new resource with your group clients!

Minding Mental and Heart Health | 2/24/2020

February is American Heart Month.

Surprise Balance Billing—We’re Here for Your Clients | 2/10/2020

Action required to participate can be complicated, but Premera can help.

For Your Group Clients With a Peak Care Plan | 2/10/2020

Premera offers Peak Care plan members simple resources for finding in-network care.

2020 Employer Onboarding Campaign | 1/27/2020

This new campaign will help make it simple and easy to onboard your clients.

What’s New for 2020 | 1/13/2020

These resources can help your new year start right.

Updated Premera Mobile App Is Another Reason Your Clients Will Love Premera | 12/9/2019

Members with a health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) through ConnectYourCare (CYC) can now view their account balance through the Premera mobile app.

Premera Dental Network Will Be Even Bigger | 11/11/2019

Starting January 1, 2020, our dental network will be among the largest networks in Washington.

What Healthcare Providers Say About Peak Care | 11/11/2019

Watch this 30-second video and share it with your group clients.

Peak Care Expands to More Counties | 10/21/2019

In 2020, Peak Care is available in Pierce, Spokane, and Thurston counties. And we make it easy to sell with a digital producer toolkit.

Tell Your Clients About Vivacity Care Clinic | 9/23/2019

Resources are now available to share with your group clients about how access to primary care in the Spokane area will increase starting January 2020.

Coming January 1, 2020: Premera Designated Centers of Excellence | 9/9/2019

With Premera Designated Centers of Excellence, we make it easy for your clients to offer enhanced benefits and access to providers who deliver predictable, high-value specialty care.

Medicare Part D Notification and Creditable Coverage Reports | 9/9/2019

Help your group clients understand their responsibilities about disclosing prescription drug coverage and creditable coverage status information.

Remind Your Group Clients About B’link | 8/12/2019

Help make life a little less stressful for your group clients with ready-to-share employee communications.

Value-based Care: Blue Distinction Specialty Care | 7/8/2019

Access to healthcare facilities and providers with the highest expertise and best outcomes is just another benefit of a Premera medical plan.

More Ways to Earn in 2019: Associations Sprint Program | 5/28/2019

You can increase your bonus earning potential by selling Premera medical and dental plans. We’ll tell you how.

Premera Dental: A Win-Win for You and Your Clients | 4/22/2019

Selling Premera dental plans along with Premera medical plans helps make healthcare work better for your clients and their employees.

Remind Your Clients About Premera Pulse | 4/8/2019

Make sure your clients know about this resource to stay engaged with their health.

Premera Issues Refund Checks | 3/25/2019

Starting this week, fully insured employer groups that paid a fee with 2018 premiums will receive a refund check because federal tax laws changed.

In 2018, Your Group Clients Asked for This—and Here It Is! | 1/21/2019

If your group clients are not already using B’link, they’re missing out on a valuable resource that was visited more than 21,000 times in 2018.