Saturday, August 1, 2026 Medicare enrollment can be confusing, especially for Kern County residents approaching eligibility for the first time. Medicare follows specific enrollment windows, and missing a deadline can result in delayed coverage or long-term penalties. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, July 15, 2026Health insurance planning is an important part of managing a successful business. As organizations grow, factors such as workforce size, budgeting, employee retention, and compliance requirements can all influence health insurance decisions. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Comparisons of Covered California and off-exchange health insurance options for Kern County residents. Many Kern County residents assume that Covered California is the only way to purchase individual health insurance. While Covered California is one option, it is not the only path to coverage. READ MORE >>
Monday, June 1, 2026 Employers in Kern County often ask when they are required to offer health insurance to employees under California and federal law. The answer depends largely on workforce size and how employees are classified. Understanding when health insurance requirements apply can help businesses plan ahead, avoid penalties, and make informed benefits decisions. READ MORE >>
Friday, May 1, 2026 Health insurance options in Kern County can look confusing at first glance. Individuals, families, employers, and Medicare beneficiaries all operate under different rules, timelines, and coverage structures. Understanding which type of health insurance applies to your situation is the first step toward making informed coverage decisions. READ MORE >>
Friday, October 3, 2025 🚨 AARP PPO MAPD Is Leaving Kern County: What Medicare Beneficiaries Need to Know for 2026 If you're a Medicare beneficiary in Kern County, big changes are coming in 2026. The AARP PPO Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug (MAPD) plan is exiting Kern County, leaving only HMO MAPD options available. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, March 5, 2025FICA (Federal Insurance Contributions Act) matching with short-term disability (STD) refers to the employer’s responsibility to match Social Security and Medicare taxes on taxable short-term disability benefits. Here’s how it works: If the STD benefits are employer-paid: READ MORE >>
Monday, August 28, 2017 In this article we will cover the individual health insurance plans from Blue Shield of California, Health Net of California, and Kaiser Permanente of California that are available in Bakersfield for Open Enrollment 2018, and how to find the best plan for the current 2018 plan year. READ MORE >>
Friday, August 11, 2017In this article we will cover Anthem Blue Cross of California and their decision to stop offering Covered California individual health insurance plans in most California regions, whether or not this affects your plan, and how to replace your Anthem Blue Cross of California individual health insurance plan during open enrollment 2018. READ MORE >>
Friday, June 16, 2017Summer is a season of recreational fun and personal relaxation; a blissful stretch blessed with balmy weather to enjoy long weekends with friends and family, the children and grandchildren off from school. Unfortunately, summer is also the riskiest season of the year. READ MORE >>
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