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Anthem Blue Cross introduced five new copay PPO plan designs in 2026 that offer more predictable costs and eliminate coinsurance uncertainty for in-network services. Here’s what members get with these plans: • Simple copays for in-network services • Enhanced virtual benefits (with the flexibility to see doctors in person at standard copays): • $0 Virtual Primary Care through in-networks PCPs • $0 Virtual Behavioral Health visits through in-network providers • A streamlined experience with the Sydney app These new plans are called Virtual Access Plus, and they are available on Anthem’s full Prudent Buyer PPO and Select PPO networks. For More Information or Help Quoting Anthem, Please Contact Your Dickerson Sales Representative.

Blue Shield will introduce the Health News Feed to Small Business off-exchange PPO members through a rolling launch tied to each group’s renewal date beginning in January. The Health News Feed is a secure, mobile experience where members receive a text from BlueShieldCA with a link to a private, web-based feed. Messages are short and easy to read, offering timely tips and benefit reminders that help employees use their plan with confidence. For More Information or Help Quoting Blue Shield, Please Contact Your Dickerson Sales Representative.

In an effort to support your clients with more meaningful healthcare solutions, Health Net is expanding their ExcelCare portfolio in 2026. Effective January 1, 2026, 10 Large Group ExcelCare HMO Facility Deductible plans will be available to quote. This expansion offers more choice and freedom for your clients seeking cost-effective healthcare coverage. For More Information or Help Quoting Health Net, Please Contact Your Dickerson Sales Representative.

Kaiser Permanente has unveiled a new bonus program. From January 1 through August 1, 2026, you can earn a bonus on new small group sales by selling the KP Plus plan. This new plan gives employees the choice and flexibility to get in-network care from Kaiser Permanente doctors and affiliated providers as well as out-of-network care from any licensed provider for a limited number of times. Bonus details are as follows: • Target: Open to all licensed CA brokers • Eligible groups: New small group sales in CA • Effective dates: 1/1/26 – 8/1/26 • Payment structure: $100 per new KP Plus member for new small groups • Cap: $3,000 per group (equals 30 members per group) Full Details Click Here For More Information or Help Quoting Kaiser Permanente, Please Contact Your Dickerson Sales Representative.

Sharp Health has unvieled a new tiered bonus program for enrolling new small group subscribers, effective October 1, 2025 – March 1, 2026 . See how clients can save with their low rates in 2026. Plus, get welcome back bonuses for small groups of any size. Official Flyer Click Here Fore More Information or Help Quoting Sharp Health, Please Contact Your Dickerson Sales Rep.