NAIC Subgroup Retains Discount Model Act, May Consider Revisions in the Future

…was developed, there was controversy on some points, which led to the inclusion of various options states could take in adoption. The availability of such options could mean the Model…

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NADP Pulse – July 2021

…lobbying activities on behalf of our members. In fact, NADP’s success in all our programs is fueled by our strong volunteer program. I am truly appreciative of the efforts of…

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NADP Spotlight

…a member of NADP, by joining today, you’ll have access to top-notch resources like this one and unlock the other membership benefits listed here. Apply here to join NADP. Join…

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Chris Williams

…to improved outcomes for all members. CMS Approval of New RARC: Williams successfully directed the volunteer effort to gain approval from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of…

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Volunteers needed for 2021 Consumer Tracking Study Task Force

…results more widely available to all members. To that end the Research Commission is seeking volunteers to form the Consumer Tracking Study Task Force. Your role will be to help…

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NADP Submits Industry Proposal on Network Adequacy to NAIC Workgroup

…it will become the new basis of network regulations for the states, as well as for carriers operating on the Federally Facilitated Marketplace (FFM). The current definition of health carrier…

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Oral & Overall Health – PARKINSON’S DISEASE

…of the gut-brain axis in Parkinson’s Disease (PD). Nature Communications 2025 Microbiome signatures of virulence in the oral-gut-brain axis influence Parkinson’s disease and cognitive decline pathophysiology Our findings highlight the…

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EHB Tracking: WA Amends Proposed Rule, Selects CHIP Supplement

In the latest round of Essential Health Benefits (EHB) news, the Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) published a proposed rule outlining the state’s benchmark selection and dental supplement….

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NADP, LICONY Urge Flexibility on NY Network Standards

…rural areas. The DFS also brought up their limitation of no more than 50% coinsurance or cost sharing for in-network dental benefits. They would like feedback on the impact of…

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Industry Coalition Advocates Healthcare.gov Dental Icon Fix

In a letter to Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight (CCIIO) Director Kevin Counihan, NADP, Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA) and America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) request CCIIO discontinue…

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