tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15157457325508288782012-02-16T16:57:31.227-08:00CAHUhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11918294075280635400noreply@blogger.comBlogger391100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-27094308698998342212010-09-30T16:21:00.000-07:002010-09-30T16:21:16.316-07:00

Save the date. The California Association of Health Underwriters plans its 2010 Health Care Summit on Oct. 21 at the Marriott Burbank Airport, 2500 Hollywood Way in Burbank, Calif. Speakers include Meg Whitman, GOP candidate for governor; Carly Fiorina, GOP candidate for U.S. Senate; Janet Trautwein, CEO, National Association of Health Underwriters; John Nelson, Warner Pacific; Michael Goldfarb,

Mike Nemethnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-44061373024708251362010-01-27T11:59:00.000-08:002010-01-27T12:17:08.123-08:00

Anthem Blue Cross has teamed up with CAHU to inspire new members to join and strengthen our Association!Agents and Brokers who have never been CAHU Members or have lapsed their membership more than 12 months are eligible to receive the first 3 months of membership to NAHU, CAHU and their local chapter for FREE! Anthem has generously agreed to pick up the tab for the first 3 months. This offer

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-10470518174167782132010-01-25T15:02:00.001-08:002010-01-25T15:02:59.459-08:00

In 2009, $85 of your CAHU membership dues was not directed towards lobbying and this amount may be tax deductible as a business expense. Please discuss this with your tax advisor.

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-45056333684793409502009-09-01T09:21:00.000-07:002009-09-01T09:38:56.562-07:00

PLEASE watch this video first, then----let me compare: http://www.freemarketcure.com/brainsurgery.phpJuly 27, 200810:30pm: Janet (my wife) falls down the stairs and suffers a head injury..11:00pm: Janet undergoes ER exam by a large team of doctors, nurses and technicians at Stanford Medical Center.11:30pm: Janet completes initial brain scan to check for bleeding. Instead of bleeding, a

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-5010082077602288002009-08-19T09:53:00.000-07:002009-08-19T09:59:35.069-07:00

STATE OF CALIFORNIA Steve Poizner, Insurance CommissionerDEPARTMENT OF INSURANCEAdministration & Licensing Services BranchProducer Licensing Bureau320 Capitol MallSacramento, CA 95814(800) 967-9331 or (916) 322-3555FAX (916) 327-6907http://www.insurance.ca.gov/NOTICETO: Insurance Agents and Brokers, Insurance Adjusters,Insurers and Other Interested PartiesDATE: August 17, 2009SUBJECT: Address

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-71721955834237670372009-08-13T15:15:00.000-07:002009-08-13T15:20:16.037-07:00

Don JonesImmediate Past PresidentCAHU is now calling for nominations for its annual awards to be presented at the 2009 October Sales Conference in the following areas:Member of the YearChapter of the YearOutstanding Local Chapter NewsletterOutstanding Local Chapter WebsiteWe have also added this year an award in honor of M. Lloyd Baum who was an incredible voice and legislative leader for NAHU,

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-43326868906339820572009-07-23T11:43:00.000-07:002009-07-23T11:57:13.113-07:00

M. Lloyd Baum 1928 - 2009"A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives." (From Jackie Robinson and found in the front of Lloyd's Day-Timer)Many CAHU Members know and appreciated LAAHU legislative leader Lloyd Baum and his numerous contributions in time and energy to NAHU, CAHU and LAAHU for the past 16 years.The following are the upcoming plans to celebrate his life and the

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-10575327638112579522009-06-24T16:22:00.000-07:002009-06-25T08:54:43.103-07:00

President Obama will be conducting a discussion on health care scheduled to broadcast on ABC channels at 10pm PST. He will be joined by medical providers, insurance carriers and other representatives.If you aren't able to view tonight you may wish to record for later viewing as this may be an importantIn addition, you may wish to read Alan Katz' blog post dated June 22, 2009 to get some

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-72488126219946938092009-06-23T16:37:00.001-07:002009-06-23T16:45:31.564-07:00

NAHU will be conducting its Leadership Conference for Region 8 and the early bird rate ends on June 30th so register online today!Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2009Location: Hyatt Vineyard Creek, 170 Railroad Street, Santa Rosa, 95401Hyatt Room Reservations: 800-233-1234 -Maks sure to request the "NCAHU Room Block"Registration: 9amRoundtable Workshops: 10am to 4pmEarly Bird Registration Rate ends

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-22053667942554185262009-04-22T16:54:00.000-07:002009-04-27T08:28:06.296-07:00

By Rick BrunerLAAHU MemberDear Capitol Hill: My name is Rick Bruner. I attended the NAHU Cap Conference in Washington DC this year as a member of the Los Angeles Association of Health Underwriters. I am a health/life broker specializing in individual/group health insurance, life insurance, and Medicare Advantage/Supplement plans. As an independent, non-salaried broker, I am free to recommend the

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-47293834680879734882009-04-03T09:52:00.000-07:002009-04-03T09:54:49.268-07:00

LOS ANGELES, CA – Don Jones, President of the California Association of Health Underwriters called upon members of the California Congressional Delegation today to join him in demanding that Congress reject efforts to address the urgent need for health care reform in the partisan environment of the budget reconciliation process.Joining with the National Association of Health Underwriters, the

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-61746172411780071402009-04-02T14:59:00.000-07:002009-04-02T15:01:13.854-07:00

The application deadline for the Leading Producers Round Table has been extended from March 31 to April 6. Please visit http://www.nahu.org/members/awards-lprt.cfm for more information about the certification and to download an application.

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-88843513717350156532009-03-20T09:13:00.000-07:002009-03-20T16:18:44.095-07:00

By Deidra FinneyGreetings CAHU members! Since it's development, CAHU has been instrumental in promoting the California Health Care Options Matrix. The brainchild of LISI's Phil Lebherz, the Matrix recently gained much deserved media attention in southern California....with good reason. With unemployment numbers edging 10%, many California workers are losing their jobs....and their health

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-72246876868333465012009-03-11T08:24:00.001-07:002009-03-11T17:19:35.235-07:00

NAHU announced a free COBRA seminar on Thursday, March 12th from 10a to 11:30a PST that will cover critical information on the new COBRA coverage subsidy requirements and how you as the agent/broker/consultant can best assist your employer clients in complying with new requirements.The presenters of this informational seminar are:Tom Jacobs, CEO of eflexgroup and ecobra.comThomas Reeder, Benefits

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-22693995122430780362009-02-26T16:37:00.001-08:002009-03-04T18:27:38.572-08:00

Deidra Finney/ VP of CommunicationsCAHU announces its 2009 Day at the Capitol,on May 12th!This annual event in our State Capitol in Sacramento includes a morning of valuable legislative information from a variety of speakers and an exciting afternoon where CAHU Members storm our State Capitol with CAHU's messages through visits with district legislators and their staff.This annual event is

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-60609957418311242262009-01-21T13:49:00.001-08:002009-01-21T14:29:37.074-08:00

Deidra FinneyVP of CommunicationsIt's that time of year to remind CAHU Chapters that if you have not already begun working on your NAHU Awards submissions we encourage you to begin! These awards celebrate your hard working Board, members and chapter.In addition, you can submit awards to recognize specific individuals within your chapter who have demonstrated continued outstanding leadership in

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-32002989081911971682009-01-05T11:09:00.000-08:002009-01-05T11:14:29.709-08:00

In 2008, $83.30 of your CAHU membership dues was not directed towards lobbying and this amount may be tax deductible as a business expense. Please discuss this with your tax advisor.

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-29983087761485715422008-12-10T10:20:00.001-08:002008-12-10T10:29:16.395-08:00

Deidra FinneyVP of CommunicationsAre you looking for a great way to save your agency money? Check out the CAHU Affinity programs available to all CAHU members.I enrolled in the DHL and UPS shipping programs and the discounts really help. So, If you have holiday shipping to do, sign up today and take advantage of the discounts...AND you will be supporting CAHU too!While you’re at it, take a look

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-511186510012416572008-12-08T11:57:00.000-08:002008-12-08T12:01:14.945-08:00

Deidra FinneyVP of CommunicationsHoliday greetings, everyone! The Kern and Central California chapters are assisting with the Marine Corps’ annual Toys 4 Tots campaign, and I hope other chapters will as well. This year especially, job and home losses continue to mount, throwing countless California families into financial crisis and unable to afford gifts for their children. My Toys 4Tots contact

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-33013509070044463032008-11-20T18:19:00.000-08:002008-11-20T18:25:54.294-08:00

New Medicare law and regulations made significant changes to what plans, agents and brokers can, and cannot, do when selling Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug plans. The law – the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA) – became law in July 2008. Implementing regulations followed shortly thereafter. Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug plans have

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-13375205481092635492008-11-06T12:11:00.000-08:002008-11-18T10:04:59.693-08:00

Dear Colleagues:By now you should know that Prop. 11 won. Out of 99.5% precincts reporting, 50.6% of registered voters said YES and 49.4% voted NO.I would personally like to thank all CAHU members who took part in making right win over wrong. Because of the closeness of the vote, it is clear that without CAHU’s active support, Prop. 11 would not have passed. You can be proud that you made a

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-39385071624884188872008-10-24T16:08:00.001-07:002008-11-18T09:05:53.466-08:00

Neil CrosbyImmediate Past PresidentI am delighted to announce the 2007-2008 CAHU Award recipients who demonstrated extraordinary leadership, commitment and enthusiasm on the local and state level.Outstanding Local Chapter Website: Ventura (Photo: Chuck Rosen & Bill Hanna)Outstanding Large Chapter Newsletter-The SAHU Sentinel: Sacramento (Photo: Rob Shepler)Outstanding Small Chapter Newsletter-In

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-66958612820409656502008-10-06T11:39:00.000-07:002008-10-06T11:46:08.483-07:00

The Hilton LAX has graciously agreed to extend its special room rate deadline for CAHU Conference attendees to this Friday, October 9th!Therefore, the special room rate of $141 will still be available until the end of this week. To reserve your room call (310) 410-4000 or (800) 445-8667 and tell them you are with the California Association of Health Underwriters.If you should have any difficulty

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-33524440283962887912008-09-26T08:24:00.001-07:002008-09-26T08:32:09.271-07:00

Deidra Finney, VP of Communications Greetings, fellow CAHUnas!I am writing this post to implore each of you to reach out to your chapter members and communications chairs to pass the word regarding Operation Drumbeat. Call them, email them, announce it at your monthly meetings! There is much legislation on the floor which will greatly impact the way in which we all conduct business in the

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-60639532010719479062008-08-19T12:27:00.000-07:002008-09-17T12:05:09.143-07:00

Deidra FinneyVP of CommunicationsCAHU's online calendar at http://www.cahu.org/ has now been updated with the majority of Local Chapter, State and National meetings and events taking place this year.Keep checking the calendar throughout the year as it will be updated as we are updated of any changes or new events that are added throughout the year.Therefore, we hope you will begin to use this as

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-68083631493990261762008-08-19T12:15:00.000-07:002008-08-20T09:31:04.216-07:00

Neil CrosbyImmediate Past PresidentCAHU announces its call for nominations for its annual awards to be presented at the October 2008 Sales Conference in the following areas:Member of the YearChapter of the YearOutstanding Local Chapter NewsletterOutstanding Local Chapter WebsiteNomination categories, details and submission forms can be found on the CAHU Website. Click here for details.Submissions

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-58648094771741512692008-07-31T11:04:00.000-07:002008-07-31T11:20:53.119-07:00

Deidra FinneyVP of Communications What value do you bring to your clients? If asked this question, what would they say about you? Jeffery Gitomer has said, “Customer Service is not what you believe it to be, but what your customers perceive it to be…and then tell others.” The same can be said of value.In the ever-changing landscape of health insurance, the role of the agent has evolved to offer

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-27629478298718655722008-07-24T16:13:00.000-07:002008-07-24T16:29:21.521-07:00

By Deidra Finney, VP of CommunicationsI recently returned from the NAHU National Convention in San Diego. NAHU and the San Diego host chapter did a fantastic job in planning this year’s event. There was something for everyone!The convention also served as the NAHU ‘baton pass’ from outgoing President, Beth Ashmore, to incoming President, Scott Leavitt. This was a fun transition for me to witness,

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-46329271899786187562008-07-08T17:07:00.000-07:002008-07-10T11:39:24.909-07:00

By Steve Crane LAAHU Communications Chair I have been involved in the health care industry for a little more than two years now. In that short time, I’ve learned a great deal. If you were to ask me two years ago what I thought about single payer health care—I would have told you I’m all for it. After all, it’s hard to pass on “free.”Oh, the naïveté. The naïveté.Then the day came when someone

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-25478577842126874702008-07-08T17:03:00.001-07:002008-07-08T17:07:02.016-07:00

The 2008 NAHU Region VII & VIII Leadership Conference will be held on Friday, August 22nd through Saturday, August 23rd. All conference attendees are invited to attend a welcome reception to be held the evening before the conference on Thursday, August 21st at 6:30pm. The event will take place at the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa in Scottsdale, AZ. NAHU has secured a block of rooms at the

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-43838982882546072432008-06-24T16:30:00.000-07:002008-06-24T16:50:22.853-07:00

Two new laws dealing with the use of wireless telephones while driving go into effect July 1, 2008. Below is a list of Frequently Asked Questions concerning these new laws:Q: When do the new wireless telephone laws take effect?A: The new laws take effect July 1, 2008 Q: What is the difference between the two laws?A: The first prohibits all drivers from using a handheld wireless telephone while

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-28106755868978343462008-06-18T15:43:00.000-07:002008-06-18T16:43:07.859-07:00

Bill Robinson, Kevin Hagerty, Charles Rosen & Juan LopezThe 2008-2009 CAHU Board gathered in Oakland, CA on June 5th to commence the Strategic Planning process for CAHU. Incoming President, Don Jones, kicked off the meeting's informal and open format by inviting the group to share their opinions about the positive role CAHU plays in the health care insurance industry.As a result, a variety of

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-64319721654784329752008-06-18T15:37:00.000-07:002008-06-18T15:43:34.370-07:00

Announcing a recent job post on the CAHU Job Board! Click http://www.cahu.org/members/job-board.php for more information.

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-47487965652696657462008-03-13T15:37:00.000-07:002008-03-13T16:01:39.277-07:00

Encourage a colleague to join CAHU and increase your impact!You are the greatest testimony to the benefit of membership! By influencing a colleague, staff or associate to experience a CAHU membership you will:· Expand your network of association industry professionals;· Strengthen CAHU to ensure the voices of our association is heard and the rights of the industry are protected;· Play an integral

Peggy Maasnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-85927930449371015192008-02-15T11:49:00.000-08:002008-02-15T11:52:24.565-08:00

In 2007, $92.37 of your CAHU membership dues did not go towards lobbying and this amount may be tax deductible as a business expense. Please discuss this with your tax advisor.

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-89425084917602662322008-02-14T14:12:00.000-08:002008-02-14T15:04:05.852-08:00

Deidra Finney, VP of CommunicationsGreetings, Fellow CAHUnas!Welcome to the new CAHU eSTATEment!CAHU has taken a giant leap forward to provide a new and easy method to receive updated information from CAHU through the use of a communications Blog. You will now be able to search archived data, get immediate updated information, share Chapter Chat and news with one another, as well as comment on

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-79041613973149705282008-02-14T11:18:00.000-08:002008-02-14T16:16:59.701-08:00

By Shauna Benson At the end of December 2007, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jim Price, former California Association of Health Underwriters (CAHU) and Central California Association of Health Underwriters (CCAHU) President. Jim has been a very active AHU member since 1986.How Jim Became Involved with CCAHUJim began his AHU “career” as one of the original members of CCAHU. Formation of CCAHU

Patrice Lorettanoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-60397179934756289692008-02-13T14:39:00.000-08:002008-02-14T16:17:36.432-08:00

CAHU Charters It’s 15th Local Chapter in Modesto!The Modesto Association of Health Underwriters, held its first meeting on January 31, 2008 at the Double Tree Hotel, with 50 prospective members present. Renee Rantz will lead the new chapter. Members of the MAHU board of directors will include, President Elect, Cindi Gipp, Vice-President Mark Price, Secretary/Treasurer, Tawnie Navarro, Membership

Peggy Maasnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1515745732550828878.post-64484580431435088322008-02-13T13:34:00.000-08:002008-02-14T16:18:11.028-08:00

The IRS has introduced new returns for tax-exempt organizations, which you can read about at the IRS website, here http://www.irs.gov/charities/index.htmlStarting in 2008, organizations with $25,000 or less of annual gross revenue will be required to file a new type of 990 return called Form 990-N, which the IRS is calling an "e-Postcard." You can learn more about this new requirement at the IRS

Peggy Maasnoreply@blogger.com0