McCaffrey Takes the Helm at Health New England
Posted on April 17, 2014
HNE announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Maura McCaffrey as President andChief Executive Officer and member of its …read more
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New Preventive Care Guidelines Released
Posted on April 17, 2014
Massachusetts Health Quality Partners (MHQP), in collaboration with Health New England (HNE) and other health care organizations across Massachusetts, is …read more
HNE Renewal Processes
Posted on March 5, 2014
As always, HNE is here to serve you and our customers. We take pride in providing superior service and we have established processes to do so. We recognize the health insurance industry has gone through many changes recently and we are here to support you. To avoid customer and member dissatisfaction, we must process renewal […]
Important ACA Update
Posted on February 11, 2014
On February 10, 2014, the U.S. Treasury Department issued a Fact Sheet and Final Regulations Implementing Employer Shared Responsibility under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) for 2015. Highlights of the Final Regulations include: Employers with fewer than 100 employees get a 1-year delay: They will not have to comply until 2016. This applies to employers […]
Noble Hospital Sponsors Health Care Symposium January 13.
Posted on January 10, 2014
Please Join Us! The Greater Westfield Chamber of Commerce will present Transforming the Health Care System in Western Massachusetts, sponsored by Noble Hospital. Join us to hear the following panelists: Ronald Bryant, President and CEO, Noble Hospital; Maura McCaffrey, COO and incoming CEO, Health New England; Lynn Nicholas, President, Massachusetts Hospital Association; and Jean Yang, […]
State Decision on Extending 2013 Coverage
Posted on November 19, 2013
In response to President Obama’s declaration late last week that health plans may allow individuals to continue receiving health insurance coverage through their existing plans, we have received word this morning from Governor Patrick’s office that Massachusetts has chosen not to implement this extension and will not allow health plans offered in Massachusetts to renew existing […]
Dental Benefits
Posted on November 14, 2013
Current Pediatric Dental Benefit Covered to age 12 Diagnostic Oral Exam Comprehensive Exam Bitewing x-rays Complete x-ray series and panoramic film Single x-rays Preventive Cleaning Fluoride treatment Still Available for Large Group Customers NEW Small Group ACA mandated Benefit Covered to age 19 Diagnostic Oral Exam Comprehensive Exam Bitewing x-rays Complete x-ray series and panoramic […]
ACA Fitness Benefits
Posted on November 14, 2013
Current Fitness program Reimbursement of $150 per family per Calendar year for Qualifying fitness club membership Weight Watchers® Personal trainer fees Aerobic/wellness classes School and town sports registration fees ACA required fitness benefit Must be “equivalent” to the benchmark plan. Considered an Essential Health Benefit with no annual dollar limit allowed Addition of 3 Massage […]
Updates to HNE’s Broker Portal
Posted on November 6, 2013
The HNE broker portal has been updated to meet the ACA requirements for member level rating. New small group customers will need to provide the date of birth and relationship to the employee / subscriber for all spouses and children covered under the group plan. HNE will continue to quote and bill composite (tiered) rates […]
Broker Breakfast October 15, 2013 Presentations
Posted on October 18, 2013
PowerPoint Broker Breakfast part1 Broker Breakfast part2 Hand Outs Information Reporting of Minimum Essential Coverage. Rate Detail exhibit Plan mapping exhibit SG census talking points FAQ for BriovaRx_member