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SAHU Newsletter | September 2023

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SAHU Monthly Newsletter

September 2023 Edition

In this Issue

Upcoming Events:

October Member Meeting

CAHIP Innovation Expo

Save the Date: SAHU PAC Event

In The News:

Blue Shield of California and CVS

In Case You Missed It:

September Member Meeting

SAHU Business & Medicare Expo

Upcoming Events

— October Member Meeting —
Understanding Single Payor | Updates and Legislation
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
@ 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

A Virtual Event

** Zoom Link to be Provided to Registrants Prior to Event **

CAHIP Innovation EXPO
Monday, January 22, 2024
@ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

We wanted to create a new and innovative event that would give you the opportunity to find out about all the latest technology in the health insurance space to help you grow your business. A place where you could get the information you need ALL in one space.

With this idea, the CAHIP Innovation Expo was born.

Join us on Monday, January 22 at the Universal Sheraton for an event like no other. In a speed dating like style, you will be able to rotate among a multitude of exhibitors who will update you on the latest products and tools in AI, payroll, TPA, CRM, Medicare, Alternative Medicine, HRIS, Compliance, and so much more. It might just be the best date you've ever been on.

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Save the Date

SAHU PAC EVENT

Friday, February 9, 2024
@ 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

In Case You Missed It

The Impact of Medi-Cal Changes on the

Medi-Cal / Medicare Advantage Model

Showcase how medical groups and medical practice initiatives align with the interests and goals of insurance professionals, ultimately fostering collaboration and shared objectives.

Sean Atha serves as the River City Medical Group (RCMG) Senior Vice President of Business Development. In this capacity, Mr. Atha is accountable for identifying and creating new innovative business opportunities for RCMG and RCMG-affiliated organizations. Additionally, Mr. Atha is accountable for creating opportunities for expanding and improving both the Medi-Cal and Medicare lines of business. He also often represents RCMG at the national level as part of the American Physician Group’s leadership.

Mr. Atha is a Medi-Cal Managed Care industry leader with 30 years of experience directly involved with the design of health benefits to underserved populations... Read More

Watch the Recap

SAHU Business & Medicare Expo

Save the Date for Next Year!

Wednesday, August 28th, 2024 at the Citrus Heights Community Center

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In The News

CVS shares tank after major insurer ends its PBM relationship

CVS Health shares were trading down 8% on Thursday after Blue Shield of California announced plans to cut back on its pharmacy benefit management services.

Why it matters: CVS Caremark is one of three PBM players that control roughly 80% of the industry. But there are increasing concerns about the regulatory environment as the industry comes into the crosshairs of the Federal Trade Commission and Congress.

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TRIPLE CROWN

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1. HUPAC Contribution $12 x 12 or flat $150

2. Recruit 2+ new members

3. Send 3+ Operation Shout messages

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SAHU Board of Directors

President

Helen Ornellas

Ornellas & Associates

President Elect

David Brabender

Atman Insurance

Executive Director

Lauren Bayha

BenefitsBay Insurance Solutions