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CMS issues new guidance on ACA insurers as open enrollment looms

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NABIP noted that agents and brokers assist with 76% of HealthCare.gov plan selections. (AI-generated image)

Agent organizations are speaking out regarding new federal guidance for health insurers operating on the federally facilitated Affordable Care Act marketplace.

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7 hours ago
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Rather than focusing solely on guaranteed income, advisors should explore how different annuity options align with clients’ goals. (AI-generated image)

Changing client priorities are reshaping annuity conversations

While guaranteed income remains important, principal protection, growth opportunities, and other goals are also top priorities.

October 20, 2026
A Virginia federal lawsuit seeks enforcement of 1,443 payment determinations obtained by SpecialtyCare and affiliated physician groups. (AI-generated image)

SpecialtyCare sues Anthem over $2.5 million in unpaid awards

A Virginia federal lawsuit seeks enforcement of 1,443 payment determinations obtained by SpecialtyCare and affiliated physician groups.

October 20, 2026
Pennsylvania's Attorney General filed suit against several pharmaceutical companies and pharmacy benefit managers (AI-generated image)

Pennsylvania sues pharma and PBMs over insulin prices

Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced a lawsuit against several pharmaceutical companies and pharmacy benefit managers, alleging they colluded to manipulate insulin prices and artificially inflate them by more than 1,000%.

October 20, 2026
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New reforms in California will impact property insurance. (AI-generated insurance)

California’s insurance reforms: What they mean for agents and clients

California is pushing for greater transparency in its insurance market with a bill that gives consumers more insight into rate proceedings.

October 19, 2026
Patients are demanding access to prescription drugs but they need support from employers (AI-generated image)

Patients demand access to prescription drugs but need support

Patients “are in the driver’s seat” when it comes to the products the pharmaceutical industry is developing.

October 19, 2026
Workers need their employers to help them understand their benefits, experts say. (AI-generated image)

Benefit sustainability, affordability challenge employers

Sustainability and affordability are the top challenges facing employers who provide benefits for their workers.

October 16, 2026
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Virginia became the third state to grow wary of Atlantic Coast Life's financial health. (AI-generated image)

Virginia orders Atlantic Coast Life to halt new business Nov. 1

Virginia became the third state to address growing concerns about Atlantic Coast Life Insurance Co.’s financial health.

October 16, 2026
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The NAIC have sent a letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services raising concerns about the moratorium on new agents and brokers in the ACA market. (AI-generated image)

NAIC raises concerns about ACA agent moratorium

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners is the latest organization to join in the fray over a recently enacted federal moratorium on new agents and brokers on the federally facilitated Affordable Care Act marketplace.

October 16, 2026
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Many entrepreneurs do not have a clear understanding of their insurance needs. (AI-generated image)

How to support an entrepreneur client with multiple businesses

Serial entrepreneurs, or those who own more than one business at a time, are more common than you think. In…

October 15, 2026
The National Assnsociation of Benefits and Insurance Professionals filed suit against the federal government (AI-generated image)

NABIP files suit over broker moratorium

The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals today filed suit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, challenging a new rule and policy that, together, prevent thousands of health insurance agents and brokers from participating in the federally facilitated Affordable Care Act marketplace during the open enrollment period beginning next month.

October 15, 2026
Employers are bracing for double-digit increases in workers' health care costs (AI-generated image)

Skyrocketing employee healthcare rates ‘a new normal’

Employers are facing tough decisions about how they and their workers can afford health insurance, as the total cost of health benefits per employee is expected to rise by 8.2% on average in 2027 — the highest increase since 2003.

October 15, 2026
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A Northwestern Mutual study found that Americans who work with a financial advisor are substantially more likely to report planning for long-term care needs. (AI-generated image)

Are Americans financially prepared to age where and how they want?

Although most Americans want to age at home should they need long-term care, many are not prepared financially.

October 14, 2026
The ruling sends the case back to federal court, where the plaintiffs can continue pursuing claims against the benefits administrator. (AI-generated image)

Ninth Circuit revives lawsuit over AmeriBen disclosure of health data

The ruling sends the case back to federal court, where the plaintiffs can continue pursuing claims against the benefits administrator.

October 14, 2026
Americans are questioning whether retirement planning can keep up with longer lives, rising healthcare costs and the risk of running out of money. (AI-generated image)

Americans question whether retirement plans can keep up with longer lives

Americans are questioning whether retirement planning can keep up with longer lives, rising healthcare costs and the risk of running out of money.

October 13, 2026
Many high net worth individuals don't think they need life insurance but they may not realize how life insurance can solve their unique problems. (AI-generated image)

How life insurance can solve problems unique to HNW clients

Many high net worth individuals think they don’t need life insurance because they have enough assets to cover their financial obligations.

October 13, 2026
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UnitedHealth Group reported a very strong third quarter. (AI-generated image)

UnitedHealth beats Q3 expectations, hikes 2026 guidance

UnitedHealth Group raised its 2026 adjusted earnings forecast for the third time this year after reporting strong Q3 results.

October 13, 2026
Only 48% of independent agent-carrier relationships qualify as partnerships. Research shows agents value trust, support and stability.

Why fewer than half of independent agents see carriers as true partners

Only 48% of independent agent-carrier relationships qualify as partnerships. Research shows agents value trust, support and stability.

October 12, 2026
Michigan’s lawsuit challenges Blue Cross rules governing competition among member plans and alleges its market power has hurt employers, patients and health care providers. (AI-generated image)

Blue Cross faces Michigan lawsuit over alleged monopoly and pricing practices

Michigan’s lawsuit challenges Blue Cross rules governing competition among member plans and alleges its market power has hurt employers, patients and health care providers.

October 12, 2026
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The proposed settlement would recover about 36.6% of the roughly $3 million in potential restitution in a lawsuit over annuity fees. (AI-generated image)

Insurer proposes $1.1M deal to resolve CA teachers’ annuity fee lawsuit

California public-school employees are accepting a $1.1 million settlement over what they claim are improper annuity rider fees.

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