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Healthy Habits That Last a Lifetime
July 31, 2026
Applies to All Groups
Regular dental and vision care supports overall wellness, helps identify issues early and may reduce the need for more intensive care later.
Drive In-Network Dental Utilization: We Have New Tools for Finding Care
July 2, 2026
Applies to All Groups
Promote our new dental tools to your employees to simplify provider searches, highlight in-network options and support informed cost conversations.
Introducing Easify Edge: Simple—on Purpose
June 18, 2026
Applies to Self-Funded, Fully Insured, Cost Plus and Minimum Premium groups. Some restrictions may apply.
Get smarter coverage with Easify℠ Edge. The plans include digital guidance, behavioral incentives and broad PPO access for confident, cost-effective care.
Web and Mobile Accessibility Compliance: DOJ/HHS Extends Deadlines
May 22, 2026
Applies to All Groups, Individual & Family Markets, Medicare and Medicaid
DOJ and HHS have extended digital accessibility compliance deadlines to 2027, giving organizations more time to meet the requirements.
What’s New in GLP‑1 Coverage—Spring 2026
May 22, 2026
Applies to Self-Funded Groups
GLP‑1 therapies are evolving fast. We are tracking new FDA approvals and dosing options to enhance our coverage for 2026.
May Is Mental Health Awareness Month
April 10, 2026
Applies to All Groups
We encourage you to remind eligible employees about the features included in our Behavioral Health product.
Introducing the Unity℠ Health Hub: Designed to Simplify Digital Health
March 13, 2026
Applies to All ASO Large Groups, Enterprise National Accounts, and Blue Balance Funded℠ Groups (Small and Mid-Market)
Starting in January, we are launching Unity Health Hub—a single platform to help your organization manage digital health solutions.
Help Your Employees Achieve Better Metabolic Health
March 13, 2026
Applies to All Groups
We’ve developed materials on metabolic health to help your employees prevent conditions such as type 2 diabetes and hypertension.
Last Updated: Aug. 13, 2026