November 9, 2012 Legislative Update Employer Notice Requirements Go Into Effect in March 2013 As part of the Affordable Care Act, employers are required to provide employees with a notice about the availability of the new state health insurance exchanges beginning on March 1, 2013. Review the requirements. Avoid Delays – Use the Correct Mailing Address for Bill Payments and Membership Changes Whether your company offers fully insured products or is ASO, you can avoid delays in processing by following these directions. Get the correct addresses and processes. Health and Wellness November Wellness Focus: National Diabetes Awareness Month This month Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois (BCBSIL) highlights simple lifestyle changes that can make a big difference toward diabetes prevention and management.  Find out what we're doing. Fit Facts: Quitting Smoking Now, Not Later Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in the U.S. Quitting smoking is the most important step a smoker can take to improve the length and quality of his or her life. Make a plan to quit smoking.  Share these tips with your employees. Do We Have Your Correct Contact Information? If you have a new email or mailing address, phone number or any other contact changes, please log in to Blue Access for EmployersSM and click on the User Profile to provide your updated information. Or contact your BCBSIL representative. Want a coworker to receive BlueVISION? Blue Access for Employers administrators can add coworkers here. |