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THE 2025 WILL G. FARRELL PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENT IS RICK BRYSON.

Celebrate Rick Bryson & Golf Registration Due 4/11

NAIFA- National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors – Los Angeles
COME HONOR AND CELEBRATE HIM ON APRIL 24 FROM 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
Golf Registration is due April 11.
After the awards event, we will play golf.
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Scammers posing as California health system staff to steal patient data

Truckee, Calif.-based Tahoe Forest Health System is warning patients about a recent wave of scam attempts in which fraudsters are impersonating healthcare staff to obtain personal information.
While the health system said there has been no breach or unauthorized access to its technical infrastructure, it is actively monitoring the fraudulent activity and collaborating with state, federal and cybersecurity experts, according to an April 3 news release.

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Workers At Providence California Hospital Vote To Unionize

Workers at Providence’s Healdsburg Hospital in California have voted to join the National Union of Healthcare Workers. The vote covers nearly 200 workers at the 43-bed hospital, including registered nurses, nursing assistants, respiratory therapists, housekeepers and medical technicians, according to a union news release shared with Becker’s. Of 193 eligible voters, 104 voted for unionization March 25 and 27 voted against it, results from the National Labor Relations Board show.

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VIRTUAL CARE

Payers ranked by 2025 digital experience: J.D. Power

Cigna Healthcare offers the best digital experience to commercial members, while UPMC Health Plan provides the best experience to Medicare Advantage enrollees, according to J.D. Power’s 2025 U.S. Healthcare Digital Experience Study.

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MEDICARE

CMS finalizes 5.06% Medicare Advantage benchmark increase

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized an increase of the average benchmark payments to Medicare Advantage (MA) plans by 5.06%, or $25 billion, on Monday.

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Medicare Advantage final rule excludes anti-obesity drug coverage under Medicare, Medicaid

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized a Medicare Advantage (MA) rule proposed by the Biden administration but is choosing to leave out the rule’s flashiest policy.

As outlined by the CMS, the Trump administration’s final rule will not include three proposals included in the initial proposal, including the plan to cover anti-obesity medications.

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5 years later: A look back at the COVID-19 pandemic and how healthcare has changed

It has been five years since the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic.

That was the start of many changes, both temporary and permanent, to the U.S. healthcare system. Some were immediate, while others took time. Many of their long-term impacts remain to be seen. Experts agree the system is still far from perfect, but it has become more nimble than it was before.

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LISTEN & LEARN

Industry News to Grow Your Business

The Evolution of Group Long-Term Care Insurance: A New Era for Small Businesses

Long-term care insurance is now more accessible to small businesses, thanks to innovations like guaranteed issue underwriting, hybrid life insurance designs, and stable premiums. These changes help employers attract talent while providing essential financial protection, making the workplace a key avenue for long-term care coverage.

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The History of Commission Solutions: Meet the CEO, Phil Calhoun

Phil Calhoun, CEO of Cal Broker, developed a comprehensive commission planning system to help brokers protect their hard-earned income. Through formal agreements, educational resources, and expert guidance, his team ensures brokers can secure their commissions, plan for retirement, or sell their book of business. By taking proactive steps today, brokers can safeguard their financial future and provide stability for their families and beneficiaries.

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