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Healthcare Services M&A Could Rise in 2026: PwC

Dealmaking in the sector is poised to increase next year after a lull in 2025, as companies use technology, like artificial intelligence, to attract buyers, according to the report. An uncertain regulatory and reimbursement environment will remain the biggest headwind for healthcare M&A in 2026, PwC wrote in the outlook.

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New York Life Continues to Close in on Athene; Annuity Sales up 50%

Dealmaking in the sector is poised to increase next year after a lull in 2025, as companies use technology, like artificial intelligence, to attract buyers, according to the report. An uncertain regulatory and reimbursement environment will remain the biggest headwind for healthcare M&A in 2026, PwC wrote in the outlook.

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Payers Highmark, Blue Cross KC Announce Affiliation Plans

Highmark and Blue Cross and Blue Shield Kansas City have announced plans to affiliate. The insurers revealed on Thursday that they will enter into an affiliation where Blue Cross KC will maintain its local brand and operations, but will be able to tap into Highmark’s resources to accelerate innovation for its members.

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Medicare Supplement Year-End Checklist

Management of a Medicare Supplement block of business requires several financial reporting exhibits and filings to be completed at year-end.  For actuaries and financial professionals, completing the following items will keep you in compliance with state requirements.

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“Integrity Gives Back” Toy Drive Embraces the Spirit of Giving

Bringing together a nationwide network of partners and thousands of employees and community members, Integrity exceeded its goal of 30,000 toys to collect more than 40,000 toys, books, games and stuffed animals to assist pediatric organizations in need of donations.

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Newsweek Names Integrity Best Workplace for Diversity

Integrity has been recognized by Newsweek as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion and Diversity in the country, for its intentionally inclusive and respect-driven corporate culture. “This award is a testament to the power of teamwork, community and shared values.”

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Integrity Announces Exclusive Benefits

Integrity, LLC announced the launch of Exclusive Integrity Benefits, which offers thousands of specialized benefits to help agents and advisors amplify business growth. Premium offers include savings on travel, hotels, car rentals, event tickets, home and office supplies, technology, apparel brands and many more.

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Prudential Leads All Life Sellers as Q3 Sales Rise 3.2%

Prudential Financial ranked No. 1 in overall life insurance sales during the third quarter, with a market share of 5.7%, Wink, Inc. reported. All life sales for the third quarter were more than $2.8 billion, down 3.9% compared to the previous quarter and up 3.2% compared to the same period last year.

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Tyler Insurance Group and Pinnacle Financial Services

Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Las Vegas, Tyler Insurance has built a reputation for excellence in delivering personalized health coverage solutions, specializing in face-to-face Medicare Advantage and Supplement sales, ACA plans, and group health offerings.

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Short Term Care Growth

Short Term Care premiums have grown by 40% from 2020-2024, and are expected to grow another 30% over the next five years. Short Term Care plans are a small but growing type of supplemental health insurance products, created to help individuals cover the costs of care needed following a serious injury or illness.

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eHealth, Inc. Reports Results for the 3rd Quarter 2025

CSG Actuarial has compiled key enrollment information on Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement from eHealth Inc.’s 3rd Quarter 2025 Financial results.   eHealth Medicare Segment 3rd Quarter 2025 Enrollment Highlights:  Medicare Advantage new approved members

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LIMRA Reports 14% Rise in New Life Premium

Pacific Life Insurance Co. took over the top spot in life insurance new annualized premium through the first three quarters, LIMRA announced Wednesday. PacLife new annualized premium through three quarters rose nearly 33% from 2024 to $840.6 million.

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The Katz Agency’s Commitment to Agent Success

Integrity, a leading distributor of life and health insurance, and provider of wealth management and retirement planning solutions, announced it has partnered with The Katz Agency, an independent marketing organization based in Wilmington, North Carolina, and led by Adam and Beth Katz.

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