by Eriksen Insurance | Feb 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
New Billing Fees for Fully Insured Groups: What to Expect in 2026 Beginning with the 2026 plan year, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois and other fully insured lines of business are introducing new administrative billing fees. These updates are designed to create...
by Eriksen Insurance | Feb 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
(BCBSIL) and Prime Healthcare are currently negotiating their contract, and the outcome could impact network access starting June 1, 2026. Prime Healthcare has notified BCBSIL that it plans to have its hospitals, facilities, and doctors leave BCBSIL networks on June...
by Eriksen Insurance | Feb 10, 2026 | Uncategorized
In February 2026, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) unveiled a major proposed change to the way health insurance plans are offered on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) exchanges. After several years of rules designed to simplify consumer choice by...
by Eriksen Insurance | Feb 4, 2026 | Uncategorized
As healthcare leaders look ahead to 2026, the industry is entering a period defined less by disruption and more by adaptation. After years of volatility driven by policy shifts, workforce shortages, and rising costs, providers, insurers, and healthcare technology...
by Eriksen Insurance | Jan 8, 2026 | Uncategorized
Staying healthy is easier when potential problems are caught early. That’s why Medicare Part B (medical insurance) covers a wide range of preventive and screening services—helping you stay on top of your health while keeping out-of-pocket costs low. What Are...
by Eriksen Insurance | Jan 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) have long occupied a unique space in the healthcare and financial planning world. They offer powerful tax advantages and flexibility, yet adoption has historically been limited to a specific segment of consumers. With recent policy...
