Key information about new law: Michigan’s updated Food Law becomes effective on October 1, 2012. The law adopts a modified 2009 FDA Model Food Code, portions of the 2009 FDA Model Shellfish Code and various federal food processing codes and egg safety documents to provide national consistency for the food industry and assure our food […]
Please note that the next effective date for price changes is October 1, 2012. The prices in the July 29, 2012 book will only be effective for two (2) months instead of the normal three (3) month period. The reason for this change is to comply with the effective date of Public Act 166 of […]
Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) Upheld On June 28, 2012, the U. S. Supreme Court, in a 5-4 decision, ruled that payments required of individuals who do not maintain minimum health coverage under the “individual mandate” was not a penalty, but was a tax and allowed under the Congress’s power to tax under […]
The Michigan Business and Professional Association (MBPA), along with its sister group, the Michigan Food and Beverage Association (MFBA), want to keep you up to date on the federal healthcare law and how it will affect you and your business. Two major provisions of the Affordable Care Act took effect on August 1st, 2012. […]
The Michigan Business and Professional Association (MBPA) and the Michigan Food and Beverage Association (MFBA) want to keep you up to date on a new proposal by Governor Rick Snyder that will dramatically change how Michigan’s largest health insurance provider is regulated. His plan is for it to become a nonprofit mutual insurance company that […]
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Summary of Benefits and Coverage – The New Requirement Please join the Michigan Business & Professional Association for a free Webinar on September 19 at 2 PM (Eastern Time). During this Webinar, all the requirements will be reviewed for creating and distributing the Summary of Benefits and Coverage (SBC).This requirement applies for the first open […]
The Michigan Business & Professional Association (MBPA) and the Michigan Food & Beverage Association (MFBA) have been assisting agents, their staff, and the members we service statewide demonstrating our value, exceptional service and experience for over 25 years. With all of the changes that have affected the marketplace over the last several years, from the economy to health care reform, the one thing you can count on and remains consistent is your relationship with MBPA/MFBA. We will continue to help you and your clients by providing valuable resources at a low cost and in many cases complimentary!
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Groups currently enrolled with MBPA or MFBA or New groups you are enrolling today; you have our experienced and dedicated staff ready to assist you and your clients. Beginning with processing BCBSM ECOS forms, ordering ID cards, to assisting with claims or billing issues. Let our knowledgeable team free you up or assist your group directly. Simply contact our office and speak with our Membership Service Department at 586.393.8800 to get started.
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By Bonnie Bochniak MBPA/MFBA Government Relations The Michigan Business and Professional Association (MBPA), along with its sister group, the Michigan Food and Beverage Association (MFBA), want to keep you up to date on the federal healthcare law and how it will affect you and your clients. Two major provisions of the Affordable Care […]
How would you like to participate in a program that allows you to earn rewards while helping your clients save on their pharmacy coverage? If so, then take advantage of this limited-time pharmacy spurt program that rewards you for converting current or new-to-Blue groups to a three-tier prescription drug product or a three-tier product […]
