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Matchmaker fulfills 10,000 behavioral health care requests

May 21, 2026
It’s easy to think that healthcare costs go up more when members get behavioral health care, but timely care does the opposite. By getting access to outpatient behavioral health, we can minimize other expensive interventions.
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Kinwell Health: Meeting the need for Behavioral Health Care

May 21, 2026
Kinwell recognizes that many physical conditions may have an underlying behavioral component such as a difficult relationship, stress at work, persistent depression, or substance use disorders. Treating these related issues together can lead to better patient outcomes.

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Enrollment data transfer to Washington Health Care Authority
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Enrollment data transfer to Washington Health Care Authority

May 21, 2026
Premera is legally required to provide enrollment data to state Medicaid agencies when requested to facilitate coordination of benefits. This requirement is for fully insured and self-funded plans (including OptiFlex) enrollment data.

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Premera takes AI mainstream with Microsoft
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Premera takes AI mainstream with Microsoft

May 21, 2026
At Premera, artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t just about novelty or speed just for speed’s sake. It’s about getting better and freeing people up from routine, manual steps so they can focus on work that drives value for our customers.

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Fifty years of Premera and Bloomsday
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Fifty years of Premera and Bloomsday

May 21, 2026
Strong communities help people live healthier lives. That’s why we continue to support events like Bloomsday.

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Expanded HSA investment options means more ways to grow savings in 2026
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Expanded HSA investment options means more ways to grow savings in 2026

May 21, 2026
Two additional options are now available: Betterment (digitally managed ETFs and Charles Schwab HSBA (self-directed brokerage).

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Latest recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force
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Latest recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force

May 21, 2026
Starting June 1, preventive care updates will reflect recommendations focused on earlier identification of risk and stronger support during key life stages—especially pregnancy, postpartum, and other situations where members may be more vulnerable.

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