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More Ways to Grow HSA Savings in 2026

March 11, 2026

Coming soon! Members with health savings accounts will have more investment options to grow their savings.

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Coming Soon: Find Care Refresh

March 11, 2026

A simpler and improved Find a Doctor experience is coming to our members.

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Payment Integrity Programs to Launch Throughout 2026

March 11, 2026

Payment Integrity extends programs to include laboratory tests.

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OptiFlex and Self-funded Groups Impacted by Sales Tax Expansion

March 12, 2026

An important update regarding the Washington state sales tax on digital services and vendor taxes.

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Kinwell Employer Engagement Campaign Encourages Utilization

March 12, 2026

Premera simplifies the outreach process to employers to promote Kinwell Connect.

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Update: Prescription Drug Data Collection (RxDC) Reporting

February 12, 2026

A quick look at what producers need to know for RxDC reporting—plus a critical April 24 deadline you can’t miss.

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Premera Cancer Support with Thyme Care Strengthens Personal Health Support

February 12, 2026

For those facing a cancer diagnosis, Premera Cancer Support with Thyme Care meets the unique needs of our members.

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Coming Soon! PCP Designation Will Help Members Access Care in 2026

February 12, 2026

We’re making access to primary care easier. Learn how PCP designation gives members a faster path to care and savings.

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Health and Wellness Discounts with Blue365: New Vendors in 2026

February 12, 2026

This year Blue365 expanded its vendors, offering even greater health and wellness discounts for eligible Premera members.

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Webinar Alert! Kinwell Wellness Workshops

February 12, 2026

Upcoming member webinar: An Introduction to Managing Prediabetes and Diabetes with Lifestyle Medicine.

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Accessing Spring Health for Virtual Mental Health

February 12, 2026

Here’s how members can get virtual mental health care through Spring Health.

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The 2026 Producer Education Series is Here—Sign Up Today!

February 12, 2026

Join us to learn more about what’s happening at Premera, industry hot topics, product performance, and more.

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Add This to Your Favorites: The New Producer Learning Center

February 12, 2026

The updated Producer Learning Center makes it easier to find sales materials for medical plans, virtual care, and other services. Everything is now organized by funding type.

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Payment Integrity Program Updates

January 9, 2026

High dollar claim review update and the Routine Test Management program begins February 2026.

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Don’t Skip This! OptiFlex Funded Plans Have Kinwell Connect

January 8, 2026

OptiFlex groups now have zero-dollar cost shares for Kinwell visits with Kinwell Connect.

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Pharmacy Formulary and Medical Policy Changes for January 2026

December 11, 2025

See what drugs will require prior authorization and the preferred alternatives.

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Update: Independent Dispute Resolution Fee Passthrough for Self-funded Groups

December 11, 2025

Important update to Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) fee passthrough for self-funded groups.

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2026 Reports Available for Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage

December 11, 2025

Help your group clients understand their responsibilities about disclosing prescription drug coverage and creditable coverage status information.

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Reminder: The Enrollment Center is a One-Stop-Shop

December 11, 2025

In our March 2025 Producer Education Series, we covered changes to Enrollment Center that support our producers day-to-day work.

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Reminder to be Ready for January 2026

December 11, 2025

Don’t miss key deadlines for personal funding accounts, ID cards, and more.

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Premera Mailer Reminds Members to Set Up Online Account

December 11, 2025

In December 2025 and February 2026, members will receive postcards from Premera Blue Cross encouraging members to create online accounts.

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Machine-Readable File Link Update Coming January 1, 2026

December 11, 2025

An important change to the machine-readable file link may require action from certain employer groups.

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The Premera Spokane Office is Moving: What to Know and How to Support Your Clients

December 11, 2025

During the transition to our new location, employers should conduct business with Premera by mail, phone, or electronically whenever possible.

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Kinwell Primary Care: Expanding Access, Delivering Value

December 11, 2025

Kinwell clinics set the bar for access and affordability in primary care.

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Heritage Prime Network Flyer for BlueHPN Plans

November 13, 2025

Blue High Performance Network plans are on the Heritage Prime network. Learn more about who’s in network.

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OptiFlex and Self-funded Groups Impacted by Sales Tax Changes

November 13, 2025

WA SB 5814 has expanded the Washington sales tax to more services.

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Subrogation Vendor Changes Name to Machinify

November 13, 2025

Last month, our subrogation vendor updated their name from Rawlings to Machinify.

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WA HB 1971 – Access to Hormone Therapy Medication

November 13, 2025

Changes coming in 2026 to hormone therapy medication access in Washington.

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Fully Insured Groups Will Receive New ID Cards for 2026

November 13, 2025

Many product changes and legislative impacts require members to receive new cards for the 2026 plan year.

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2026 Benefit Highlights for Small Group, Preferred Choice Now Available

October 8, 2025

Get a snapshot of our 2026 small group and Preferred Choice plans.

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How to Make Changes to Chronic Condition Management

October 8, 2025

Self-funded groups with Chronic Condition Management Plus can make changes for the 2026 plan year.

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Good to Know: January 1 Readiness

October 8, 2025

Make sure your groups are off to a smooth start with these helpful tips.

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Advanced Imaging Prior Authorization Incorporates Site of Care Review

October 8, 2025

Starting January 1, 2026, Premera will expand the Radiology Benefit Management (RBM) program to include site of service review.

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WA SB 5213 Pharmacy Benefit Mandate effective January 1, 2026

October 8, 2025

For fully insured groups in Washington state, your pharmacy model will change on January 1, 2026.

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Premera Health Plans and Vaccines

September 11, 2025

Premera follows guidelines and complies with state and federal mandates on preventive care including vaccines.

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2026 Preferred Choice Benefit Highlights are Now Available

September 11, 2025

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Medicare Part D Notification and Creditable Coverage Reports

September 11, 2025

Help your group clients understand their responsibilities about disclosing prescription drug coverage and creditable coverage status information.

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Out-of-network Savings Solutions Offers Savings

September 11, 2025

Out-of-network Savings Solutions for OptiFlex and self-funded groups goes into effect January 1, 2026.

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Group Master Applications Are Now Employer Group Applications

September 11, 2025

Beginning with 2026 health plans, the Group Master Applications have been renamed to Employer Group Applications.

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2026 Large Group Health Plan Guide Now Available

September 11, 2025

The 2026 large group health plan guide includes an overview of products, services, and plan designs available for the 2026 plan year.

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Annual Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Attestation

September 11, 2025

Important details on how Premera approaches the requirement ahead of the December 31, 2025 due date.

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Member Communications and Outreach in June and July

August 14, 2025

Learn more about the outreach Premera has done for members this summer.

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Stay Informed: Updates to Breast and Cervical Cancer Screenings

August 14, 2025

Preventive screenings for breast and cervical cancer will be expanded beginning January 1, 2026, to include more comprehensive care and patient navigation services.

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Blue365 a Free Health and Wellness Discount Program Coming in October

August 10, 2025

Blue365 is a discount program coming to Premera Blue Cross members that offers discounts to gym memberships, hearing aids, and more.

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Right Care, Right Place, Right Time: A New Era for Prior Authorization

August 14, 2025

Premera Blue Cross is making a commitment to improve prior authorization for both members and providers.

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Spokane Obstetrics and Gynecology Contract Termination

August 14, 2025

Spokane Obstetrics and Gynecology has issued a contract termination. Premera Blue Cross is working diligently to renegotiate.

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Don’t Be Late! Submit Enrollment in Early December

August 14, 2025

Submit your enrollment by December 4, 2025, to ensure ID card delivery before January 1, 2026.

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Changes Coming to Optum Financial PFA Employer Portal

August 14, 2025

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Site of Service Expansion Means Groups and Members Save

August 14, 2025

Beginning January 1, 2026, Premera is expanding its site of service benefit to include ambulatory surgical centers for elective procedures. It also now includes freestanding birth centers for low-risk pregnancies.

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Introducing Premera Cancer Support with Thyme Care

July 10, 2025

Premera extends Personal Health Support expertise to include Premera Cancer Support with Thyme Care.

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What to Expect from Washington B&O Tax Increases

July 10, 2025

Business and occupation taxes are increasing. Here’s what you can expect.

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Heritage Prime Network Sunsets for Commercial Groups in 2027

July 10, 2025

The last date a group can renew on the Heritage Prime network is January 1, 2026.

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OptiFlex FAQs Recently Updated

July 10, 2025

Premera recently updated its OptiFlex frequently asked questions including questions on stop loss and surplus scenarios.

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Get the Early Bird Advantage for 2026

July 10, 2025

Your fully insured and OptiFlex large groups can save in 2026 with the Early Bird Advantage.

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Changes Coming to Optum PFA Employer Portal

July 10, 2025

The updates will improve the user interface, include security updates, and reporting capabilities.

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Digital Health Messages Program Expands to Self-funded Groups

July 9, 2025

In 2026 Digital Health Messages will expand to include all self-funded groups, reinforcing our commitment to improve member health outcomes through innovative engagement tools.

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Premera Launches Premera Health Hub for Self-funded Groups in 2026

June 12, 2025

In 2026 we’re making it easy for self-funded groups to connect members to wellness and condition management point solutions.

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Changes Coming to Premera Maternity Program

June 12, 2025

Enhanced Case Management maternal health program to replace the BestBeginnings app.

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Evernorth Announces GLP-1 Changes

June 12, 2025

Learn about the new programs coming for GLP-1 drugs.

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The Q2 Producer Education Series Recording is Now Available

June 12, 2025

If you missed the May Producer Education Series, the recording is now available.

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Prescription Drug Data Submitted to CMS

June 12, 2025

Annual drug data for group business has been submitted.

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ComPsych Employee Assistance Program Available to Self-funded Groups

June 12, 2025

Self-funded groups looking to provide an employee assistance program can offer ComPsych in 2026.

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Changes Coming to Premera Virtual Care Bundle

May 7, 2025

Effective January 1, 2026, some of the vendors for primary and urgent virtual care will change.

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Changes to the Secure Inbox on Member Portal

May 7, 2025

Last month Premera implemented a new vendor to support the secure member inbox feature in the member portal.

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Member Communications and Outreach in April and May

May 7, 2025

Learn more about the communications and outreach done by Premera to connect members to their health plan services.

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Registration is Open! May Producer Education Series

May 7, 2025

Join us this month to learn about some of the products and services coming to self-funded groups in 2026.

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Newly Created Premera Accounts to Default to Electronic EOB

May 7, 2025

Starting May 10, members creating new web accounts will default to electronics Explanation of Benefits.

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In-Home Test Kits Launched on April 28, 2025

May 7, 2025

Eligible members will receive opt-in invitations for at-home test kits beginning the first week of May.

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Dental Choice Network Significantly Expands with National Dental GRID

May 7, 2025

Effective January 1, 2026, Premera Blue Cross members will have access to one of the largest dental networks in the nation.

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Premera Promotes Colorectal and Cervical Cancer Screening

May 7, 2025

Premera uses Digital Health Messages and videos to promote the importance of colorectal and cervical cancer screenings.

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Heritage Prime Network Sunsets for Commercial Groups in 2027

April 10, 2025

Groups utilizing the Heritage Prime network will need to shift to the Heritage PPO network no later than January 1, 2026 renewals.

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Premera Offers Funding Types to Support Your Health Plan Strategy

April 10, 2025

Employer groups can select one of three different funding options that works best for them.

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Kinwell Connect Groups to Receive Digital Health Messages

April 10, 2025

Next month, Premera Blue Cross will launch a Digital Health Messages campaign targeting groups with Kinwell Connect.

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Premera Improves Member Website on Personal Funding Accounts

April 10, 2025

Premera integrated member feedback into updates on the personal funding account web page.

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Important Update: 1095-B Form Distribution Changes

February 12, 2025

Following revised IRS guidelines, we're sharing updates with you on how members will now access their 1095-B forms.

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Your Next Producer Education Series is Coming Up

February 12, 2025

Premera Blue Cross invites you to join us next month for our first Producer Education Series of 2025.

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Updates to Security Platforms Requires Member Action

February 12, 2025

Premera Blue Cross is upgrading the member sign-in experience to increase account security and enhance user experience.

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Race, Ethnicity, and Language Questionnaire Now Available on Premera Web Portal and App

January 9, 2025

The race, ethnicity, and language (REL) questionnaire is now available for members on their Premera web portal and Premera mobile app.

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2025 reports available for Medicare Part D creditable coverage

December 18, 2024

Help your group clients understand their responsibilities about disclosing prescription drug coverage and creditable coverage status information.

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New Payment Integrity Program: Social Security Disability Insurance

November 14, 2024

Premera Payment Integrity is partnering with a vendor to implement a pilot program related to Social Security Disability Insurance.

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Save Time with New Insight Reporter Subscriptions

November 14, 2024

Producers can save time by using the new subscription function in Insight Reporter.

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Brightline Changes Impact Behavioral Solution for Children

November 14, 2024

Brightline, the vendor that supports the Premera Behavioral Health Solution for Children, recently announced that it will drastically change its business model. These changes resulted in a significant reduction in service availability.

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Washington Balance Billing Attestation Changes

November 14, 2024

Take action on behalf of your OptiFlex and self-funded groups.

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What Do You Want to Know in 2025

November 14, 2024

Premera wants to provide information to our producers that they find useful and relevant. Here’s your chance to tell us what we should cover in 2025.

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Producer Forms Page Improvements

November 14, 2024

The faster you can find what you need, the better you can manage your business.

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Enhancing Personal Health Support for Fully Insured and OptiFlex Funded Plans

October 10, 2024

New enhancements coming to Personal Health Support on January 1, 2025.

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Members Save on Prescriptions with Rx Savings Solutions

October 10, 2024

Alerts from Rx Savings Solutions can help members save on their prescriptions.

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Host an Onsite Immunization Clinic

October 10, 2024

Your clients can host an on-site immunization clinic at their workplace this fall.

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Diabetes Management Plus for Fully Insured and OptiFlex in 2025

October 10, 2024

Effective January 1, 2025, fully insured and OptiFlex groups will have Diabetes Management Plus embedded as part of their plan.

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2025 Large Group Health Plan Guide Now Available

September 12, 2024

Get more details on plan designs and new offerings available to large groups for the 2025 plan year.

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2025 Preferred Choice Health Plan Guides Now Available

September 12, 2024

Our most popular plans have expanded to meet the needs of your clients.

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Medicare Part D Notification and Creditable Coverage Reports

September 12, 2024

Federal law also requires employer groups to notify CMS if their prescription drug coverage for Medicare beneficiaries is creditable.

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2025 Group Master Applications Now Available

September 12, 2024

The group master applications and member enrollment forms are now available on Premera.com.

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Be Ready for January 2025

September 12, 2024

The new year is closer than you think. Review these important dates to help you plan.

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Kinwell’s New Coping Skills Group Helps Members with Life Challenges

August 7, 2024

Online coping group classes offer an opportunity for emotional resilience.

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Navigating the Healthcare Landscape to Access Quality Care

August 7, 2024

Following the doctor’s recommendation for a procedure or elective surgery is already a big deal, finding and accessing high-quality, affordable care shouldn’t be.

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New Enhanced Case Management Option for Self-funded Groups

August 7, 2024

A buy-up for self-funded employer groups starting with January 1, 2025, plan effective dates

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Heritage Prime Network Changes

August 7, 2024

Premera Blue Cross will soon limit the Heritage Prime network availability.

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2025 Preferred Choice Benefit Highlights Now Available

August 7, 2024

Visit Premera.com to view the 2025 Preferred Choice benefit highlights.

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Get the Early Bird Advantage

July 11, 2024

Fully insured and OptiFlex large groups can receive a rate adjustment off their proposed increase by completing their renewal early.

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New Issuer of Personal Funding Account Checks

July 11, 2024

Members with personal funding accounts with their Premera health plan will now receive checks from Optum Bank.

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Complete Your Group Size Attestation Form

July 11, 2024

If a group’s average payroll count changed from the prior year, it means the group may need to complete the Group Size Attestation form.

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2025 Changes to Premera Designated Centers of Excellence

June 12, 2024

Beginning January 1, 2025, Premera Blue Cross is expanding access across the top four Premera Designated Centers of Excellence specialties.

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Text Message Campaigns Expanded to OptiFlex Members

June 12, 2024

OptiFlex groups that opted-in to receive communications from Premera will see those communications throughout the year.

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Bonus Episode! 2025 Pharmacy Products

Ready to help your groups save on pharmacy? Check out our 15-minute update on ancillary pharmacy products available in 2025.

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ICYMI: May Producer Education Series Now Available

June 12, 2024

New options coming to the 2025 Preferred Choice product portfolio. Watch the series to learn more.

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Don’t Miss It! Our Next Producer Education Series is May 22

May 8, 2024

Our Producer Education Series in May features a variety of topics to keep you informed on the latest Premera updates.

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Custom Vendor Integration for Employer Health Plans

May 8, 2024

Employer groups can rely on Premera as a partner when integrating vendors into their health plan strategy.

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Update on MultiCare Health System Negotiations

April 9, 2024

Join us next week to get the latest on provider contract negotiations with MultiCare Health System.

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Two Rx Savings Solutions Campaigns launch for Premera Blue Cross HMO

March 13, 2024

Campaigns will encourage members to sign up and start saving on their prescriptions with Rx Savings Solutions.

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New Video Makes It Easy for HMO Members to Find a Doctor

March 13, 2024

Helping our members find a doctor is a big part of member satisfaction for Premera Blue Cross HMO.

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Two Rx Savings Solutions Campaigns Launch the Week of March 18

March 13, 2024

Campaigns will encourage members to sign up and start saving on their prescriptions with Rx Savings Solutions.

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Premera Blue Cross HMO First Use Plan Emails for 2024 Launch

March 13, 2024

These emails aim to improve member experience with their health plan and help them feel more confident when engaging with their plan.

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First Use Plan Emails for 2024 Launch This Month

March 13, 2024

These emails aim to improve member experience with their health plan and help them feel more confident when engaging with their plan.

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Update: Prescription Drug Data Collection (RxDC) Reporting

February 7, 2024

Get the latest information on Prescription Drug Data Collection Reporting under the Consolidated Appropriations Act.

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Save the Date! Producer Education Series Coming in March

February 7, 2024

The first series of 2024 will cover hot topics in the news to pharmacy.

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2024 Reports Available for Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage

January 11, 2024

Help your group clients understand their responsibilities about disclosing prescription drug coverage and creditable coverage status information.

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Planning For Tax Season: Form 1095-B

December 14, 2023

What you need to know about form 1095-B

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We Want to Hear From You

December 14, 2023

What do you want to learn more about from Premera in 2024?

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Help Your Employer Groups Promote Their Plan

December 14, 2023

Premera Blue Cross has communication timelines to support employer groups of every size no matter when their plan starts.

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The Premera Approach to Gene and Cell Therapy

November 9, 2023

Synergie Gene/Cell Therapy Risk Protection

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'Talk to your doctor': How primary care lowers costs, improves outcomes

More Ways to Grow HSA Savings in 2026

Coming Soon: Find Care Refresh

Payment Integrity Programs to Launch Throughout 2026

OptiFlex and Self-funded Groups Impacted by Sales Tax Expansion

Kinwell Employer Engagement Campaign Encourages Utilization

Update: Prescription Drug Data Collection (RxDC) Reporting

Premera Cancer Support with Thyme Care Strengthens Personal Health Support

Coming Soon! PCP Designation Will Help Members Access Care in 2026

Health and Wellness Discounts with Blue365: New Vendors in 2026

Webinar Alert! Kinwell Wellness Workshops

Accessing Spring Health for Virtual Mental Health

The 2026 Producer Education Series is Here—Sign Up Today!

Add This to Your Favorites: The New Producer Learning Center

Payment Integrity Program Updates

Don’t Skip This! OptiFlex Funded Plans Have Kinwell Connect

Pharmacy Formulary and Medical Policy Changes for January 2026

Update: Independent Dispute Resolution Fee Passthrough for Self-funded Groups

2026 Reports Available for Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage

Reminder: The Enrollment Center is a One-Stop-Shop

Reminder to be Ready for January 2026

Premera Mailer Reminds Members to Set Up Online Account

Machine-Readable File Link Update Coming January 1, 2026

The Premera Spokane Office is Moving: What to Know and How to Support Your Clients

Kinwell Primary Care: Expanding Access, Delivering Value

Heritage Prime Network Flyer for BlueHPN Plans

OptiFlex and Self-funded Groups Impacted by Sales Tax Changes

Subrogation Vendor Changes Name to Machinify

WA HB 1971 – Access to Hormone Therapy Medication

Fully Insured Groups Will Receive New ID Cards for 2026

2026 Benefit Highlights for Small Group, Preferred Choice Now Available

How to Make Changes to Chronic Condition Management

Good to Know: January 1 Readiness

Advanced Imaging Prior Authorization Incorporates Site of Care Review

WA SB 5213 Pharmacy Benefit Mandate effective January 1, 2026

Premera Health Plans and Vaccines

2026 Preferred Choice Benefit Highlights are Now Available

Medicare Part D Notification and Creditable Coverage Reports

Out-of-network Savings Solutions Offers Savings

Group Master Applications Are Now Employer Group Applications

2026 Large Group Health Plan Guide Now Available

Annual Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Attestation

Member Communications and Outreach in June and July

Stay Informed: Updates to Breast and Cervical Cancer Screenings

Blue365 a Free Health and Wellness Discount Program Coming in October

Right Care, Right Place, Right Time: A New Era for Prior Authorization

Spokane Obstetrics and Gynecology Contract Termination

Don’t Be Late! Submit Enrollment in Early December

Changes Coming to Optum Financial PFA Employer Portal

Site of Service Expansion Means Groups and Members Save

Introducing Premera Cancer Support with Thyme Care

What to Expect from Washington B&O Tax Increases

Heritage Prime Network Sunsets for Commercial Groups in 2027

OptiFlex FAQs Recently Updated

Get the Early Bird Advantage for 2026

Changes Coming to Optum PFA Employer Portal

Digital Health Messages Program Expands to Self-funded Groups

Premera Launches Premera Health Hub for Self-funded Groups in 2026

Changes Coming to Premera Maternity Program

Evernorth Announces GLP-1 Changes

The Q2 Producer Education Series Recording is Now Available

Prescription Drug Data Submitted to CMS

ComPsych Employee Assistance Program Available to Self-funded Groups

Changes Coming to Premera Virtual Care Bundle

Changes to the Secure Inbox on Member Portal

Member Communications and Outreach in April and May

Registration is Open! May Producer Education Series

Newly Created Premera Accounts to Default to Electronic EOB

In-Home Test Kits Launched on April 28, 2025

Dental Choice Network Significantly Expands with National Dental GRID

Premera Promotes Colorectal and Cervical Cancer Screening

Heritage Prime Network Sunsets for Commercial Groups in 2027

Premera Offers Funding Types to Support Your Health Plan Strategy

Kinwell Connect Groups to Receive Digital Health Messages

Premera Improves Member Website on Personal Funding Accounts

Important Update: 1095-B Form Distribution Changes

Your Next Producer Education Series is Coming Up

Updates to Security Platforms Requires Member Action

Race, Ethnicity, and Language Questionnaire Now Available on Premera Web Portal and App