A special note from Elyse

As many of you may already know, our dedicated Health Plan Options Director, Elyse Frey, will soon be moving to a new chapter after 20 remarkable years. She’s shared a personal note to mark this transition for you—please take a moment to read her message below. 

"After 20 amazing years, it’s time for a new chapter. To all the agent partners and friends I’ve had the pleasure of working with, thank you. It’s been an incredible ride—full of laughs, lessons, and great memories. I’ve had an absolute blast and hope you did too!

Wishing you all the best in whatever comes next." - Elyse Frey

Who to contact 

For support during this transition and moving forward, please reach out to the following contacts:

July

August

*School Physicals – Remind employees about dependent benefits before school begins
*National Eye-Exam Month – Encourage employees to take advantage of vision benefits

CBC | Producer Newsletter 2025

IntegratedRx offers coordinated pharmacy experience for members with cancer and cystic fibrosis,
new tip sheets and videos on MyCare Finder, the value of dental coverage as well as target dates for implementing new groups, as well as renewing and existing groups. Read more.

Broker Bulletin 2025

New and improved member experience for Healthy Rewards program, streamlining how you stay informed about group premium statuses and find your broker resources here. Read more. 

6/27 Get to know Beam better

Join us on June 27th at 10 AM for an insightful webinar with Brian Cronin, the Market Development Executive from Beam Benefits. Brian will walk us through the key advantages Beam has to offer and how it can help transform your benefits strategy. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from an industry expert! Register now.

7/10 Principal Group Benefits Overview

Join Principal and URL on July 10th at 10 AM for an insightful webinar covering best practices, expert tips, and valuable tricks to help you succeed. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical knowledge and industry insights from trusted leaders. Register now.

7/17 Highmark Retention Overview

Join us on July 17th at 10 AM for the Highmark Retention Overview webinar, where we’ll explore key strategies and insights into member retention at Highmark. This session will cover current retention performance, trends, and upcoming initiatives designed to enhance member engagement and satisfaction. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and aligned on our retention goals and priorities. Register now.

7/28 Get to know Ameritas

Join us for an informative webinar about Ameritas on July 28 at 10:00 AM. This session will provide a high-level overview of Ameritas, including its mission, values, and the solutions being offer. Whether you're new to Ameritas or looking to learn more, this is a great place to start. Register now.

8/4 Learn more about LifeSecure

Join us on August 4th at 10 AM for an engaging webinar focused on how LifeSecure can support both your individual and group clients. We'll share valuable tips, insider tricks, and a comprehensive product overview to help you better understand and position better solutions. Register now.

Shapiro Administration, Pennie Urge Congress to Protect Consumers’ Right to High-Quality, Affordable Health Coverage for Pennsylvanians

The Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) and Pennie sent a joint letter to members of the U.S Senate(opens in a new tab) and House of Representatives(opens in a new tab), urging them to vote ‘no’ on the Congressional Republican reconciliation bill (H.R. 1) that could have a devasting impact across the Commonwealth. Read more.

Pennie® Awards Health Market Connect LLC the Contract to Lead Statewide Outreach and Enrollment Support

Pennie, Pennsylvania’s official health insurance marketplace (pennie.com), has selected Health Market Connect LLC (HMC) as its new statewide assister network contractor, starting in June 2025.  HMC will play a critical role in advancing Pennie’s goal of ensuring that every Pennsylvania community has the support needed to find and enroll in quality, affordable health coverage. Read more.

CMS Finalizes Major Rule to Lower Individual Health Insurance Premiums for Americans

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is finalizing a major rule that will lower individual health insurance premiums by approximately 5% on average. It is also projected to save taxpayers up to $12 billion in 2026 by combating the surge of improper enrollments in the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Read more. 

Pennie Savings Calculator Tutorial

Learn how to easily estimate your health insurance costs and potential savings using the Pennie Savings Calculator. This step-by-step tutorial walks you through the process to help you find the best plan for your budget and needs. Watch now. 

URL Individual Health Website Walk Through

Take a guided tour of the URL Individual Health Website in this video, where we explore key features, available resources, and how to navigate the site to manage your health coverage with ease. Watch now. 

Pennie Search Engine Tutorial

In this tutorial, learn how to effectively use the Pennie Search Engine. We walk you through step-by-step instructions on filtering options, comparing plans, and navigating the platform for a smoother enrollment experience. Watch now. 

Geisinger | Earn a reward for new business in 2025 (qualify from 1/1/25 - 12/31/25)

Geisinger's New Business Broker Bonus Program rewards you for securing new-to-Geisinger stop-loss policies. They have included the one-time bonuses you could earn based on the annual premium of the stop-loss policies you place. Read more.