General Archives - LifeWise Producers (WA)

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MultiCare remains in-network through June 30, 2026

June 11, 2026

LifeWise Health Plan of Washington and MultiCare agreed to extend negotiations for all LifeWise health plans.

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Introducing the Emergency Department (ED) Coding Program

June 11, 2026

LifeWise Health Plan of Washington Clark County is reducing unnecessary variation in emergency department billing to support cost management.

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Matchmaker fulfills 10,000 behavioral health care requests

May 14, 2026

Matchmaker for Behavioral Health makes it easier for members to access mental health providers that meet their needs.

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Washington Individual Market: What Open Enrollment 13 Tells Us

May 14, 2026

Headlines from open enrollment about the state of the Washington individual market.

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

May 14, 2026

These updates help members access recommended preventive services and support without unnecessary barriers—making it easier for producers to position preventive care value in LifeWise plans.

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Enrollment Data Transfer to Washington Health Care Authority

May 14, 2026

Starting May 2026, LifeWise will send three years of enrollment data plus monthly feeds to the Washington Health Care Authority, as required by law, with HIPAA protections.

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Virtual Care Upgrade for 2026: Meet 98point6 by Transcarent

April 9, 2026

Doctor on Demand has been discontinued—find out about its replacement.

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Kinwell: Helping Your Clients Get Better Primary and Preventive Care

March 11, 2026

Insights into a smarter primary care option to share with your clients in 2026.

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Coming Soon: Find Care Refresh

March 11, 2026

A simpler and improved Find a Doctor experience is coming to our members.

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Partnering with YMCA of Snohomish County to Support Youth

March 11, 2026

Health and wellness start in the community, which is why LifeWise is a proud sponsor My Y Week, raising funds for youth leadership and sports programs.

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Your Guide to Special Enrollment Periods

February 12, 2026

Here’s how you can support clients with timely reminders and simple guidance during special enrollment periods.

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LifeWise Health Plan of Washington and Vaccines

February 12, 2026

LifeWise plans will continue to cover preventive vaccines at no cost to our members.

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Helping New Members Make Their First Payment

January 8, 2026

Essential steps and tips to support clients activating their 2026 coverage.

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Good to Know! Contract Lifecycle Management Update

January 8, 2026

LifeWise has transitioned to Ironclad for its contract lifecycle management system. Here’s what you need to know.

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Don’t Miss Key Open Enrollment Dates

December 11, 2025

Get up to speed on the deadlines and enrollment options that matter for your clients.

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Kinwell Primary Care: Expanding Access, Delivering Value

December 11, 2025

Kinwell clinics are setting the bar for access and affordability in primary care.

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2026 Open Enrollment Is Here—Let’s Make This Season a Success

November 13, 2025

Visit the producer resources page today and make this open enrollment season your strongest yet.

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Producer Resources Now Available for 2026 Open Enrollment

October 8, 2025

Get the tools you need to help your clients choose the right plans.

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Advanced Imaging Prior Authorization Incorporates Site of Care Review

October 8, 2025

Starting January 1, 2026, LifeWise will expand the Radiology Benefit Management (RBM) program to include site of service review.

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LifeWise Health Plan of Washington Health Plans and Vaccines

September 11, 2025

LifeWise follows guidelines and complies with state and federal mandates on preventive care including vaccines.

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Boosting Kinwell Clinic Utilization in Key Areas

September 11, 2025

Discover how Kinwell and LifeWise Health Plan of Washington are enhancing accessibility in key areas.

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What You Need to Know About Uniform Silver Loading and Enhanced Premium Tax Credits in 2026

August 14, 2025

Changes to uniform silver loading and enhanced premium tax credits will impact individual market rates and the affordability of Indvidual health plans.

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Spokane Obstetrics and Gynecology Contract Termination

August 14, 2025

Spokane Obstetrics and Gynecology has issued a contract termination. LifeWise is working diligently to renegotiate.

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LifeWise Unveils New Individual Plan Member Portal

July 10, 2025

Learn about the features of the upgraded member portal that will be available soon.

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What You Can Expect from LifeWise in 2026

June 12, 2025

Get your first look at our plans, rates, county footprint, and more.

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Changes to the Secure Inbox on Member Portal

May 7, 2025

Last month LifeWise Health Plan of Washington implemented a new vendor to support the secure member inbox feature in the member portal.

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Matchmaker for Behavioral Health Simplifies Access to Care

May 7, 2025

Finding the right behavioral health provider just got easier for your clients.

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In-Home Test Kits Launched on April 28, 2025

May 7, 2025

Eligible members will receive opt-in invitations for at-home test kits beginning the first week of May.

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LifeWise Promotes Colorectal and Cervical Cancer Screening

May 7, 2025

LifeWise uses Digital Health Messages and videos to promote the importance of colorectal and cervical cancer screenings.

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Text Messages Make Health Updates Easy for Your Clients

April 10, 2025

Learn how digital health messages can help your clients stay on top of their health effortlessly.

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Help Your Clients Understand Preventive Care Coverage

March 13, 2025

Learn how preventive care visits can help your clients get more from their health plans.

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Special Enrollment Periods: What You Need to Know

February 12, 2025

Open enrollment is over, but your clients may qualify for a special enrollment period.

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Helping New Members Pay Their First Bill

January 9, 2025

A quick start guide to get your individual plan clients through the initial billing process.

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Reminder: Open Enrollment Cut-Off Dates

December 11, 2024

Mark your calendars with these key coverage deadlines.

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MultiCare PCPs Leaving LifeWise Alpine Network in 2025

December 11, 2024

Important information for your Cascade Select clients using MultiCare for primary care.

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2025 Open Enrollment is Here—We’re Here to Help

November 14, 2024

Access the producer resources you need to support your clients today.

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Producer Resources Ready for 2025 Open Enrollment

October 10, 2024

Get a head start on open enrollment with the essential resources you need to help your clients.

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Kinwell’s New Coping Skills Group Helps Members with Life Challenges

August 7, 2024

Online coping group classes offer an opportunity for emotional resilience.

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Help Clients Go Paperless with EOBs

August 7, 2024

Paperless explanation of benefits (EOBs) can deliver convenience and security to your clients.

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What to Expect from LifeWise in 2025

June 13, 2024

Get a sneak peek into our individual market filing.

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LifeWise Health Plan of Washington and MultiCare Reach Agreement

June 12, 2024

LifeWise Health Plan of Washington is pleased to announce we have reached an agreement with MultiCare Health System.

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Preventive Service Updates Coming in July

June 12, 2024

Mark your calendar for benefit changes effective July 1.

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Helping Your Clients Get Mental Health Care

April 9, 2024

Review the basics of mental health care to help your clients access the care they need.

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Connecting Individual Members to Kinwell Primary Care

April 9, 2024

New PCP auto-assignments help your clients access primary care.

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Qualifying for Special Enrollment

March 13, 2024

Learn how your clients can enroll in or change plans outside of open enrollment.

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We Make It Easy for Members to Find a Doctor

March 13, 2024

Finding a doctor or a specialist should be easy. Members can now view our new Find-a-Doctor video in their member portal.

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Search Function Launches on Producer News

February 7, 2024

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Digital Health Messages Inform Your Clients About Their Healthcare

February 8, 2024

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LifeWise Group Plans Soon Available in Clark County

February 7, 2024

Starting in early 2024, LifeWise Health Plan of Washington will offer a group PPO plan in Clark County (southwest Washington).

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Get Your Clients Started with Bill Pay

January 11, 2024

Help your new clients through the bill pay process.

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Don’t Miss Resources for 2024 Individual Plans

December 14, 2023

Check out our list of key open enrollment resources.

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LifeWise Producer News Gets a Refresh

December 14, 2023

The redesigned producer news page makes it easier to find the information you need.

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Renewal and Discontinuation Notifications

November 9, 2023

Letters mailed to clients during open enrollment.

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What Producers Need to Know About Our 2027 Individual Market Updates

MultiCare remains in-network through June 30, 2026

Introducing the Emergency Department (ED) Coding Program

Matchmaker fulfills 10,000 behavioral health care requests

Washington Individual Market: What Open Enrollment 13 Tells Us

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

Enrollment Data Transfer to Washington Health Care Authority

Virtual Care Upgrade for 2026: Meet 98point6 by Transcarent

Kinwell: Helping Your Clients Get Better Primary and Preventive Care

Coming Soon: Find Care Refresh

Partnering with YMCA of Snohomish County to Support Youth

Your Guide to Special Enrollment Periods

LifeWise Health Plan of Washington and Vaccines

Helping New Members Make Their First Payment

Good to Know! Contract Lifecycle Management Update

Don’t Miss Key Open Enrollment Dates

Kinwell Primary Care: Expanding Access, Delivering Value

2026 Open Enrollment Is Here—Let’s Make This Season a Success

Producer Resources Now Available for 2026 Open Enrollment

Advanced Imaging Prior Authorization Incorporates Site of Care Review

LifeWise Health Plan of Washington Health Plans and Vaccines

Boosting Kinwell Clinic Utilization in Key Areas

What You Need to Know About Uniform Silver Loading and Enhanced Premium Tax Credits in 2026

Spokane Obstetrics and Gynecology Contract Termination

LifeWise Unveils New Individual Plan Member Portal

What You Can Expect from LifeWise in 2026

Changes to the Secure Inbox on Member Portal

Matchmaker for Behavioral Health Simplifies Access to Care

In-Home Test Kits Launched on April 28, 2025

LifeWise Promotes Colorectal and Cervical Cancer Screening

Text Messages Make Health Updates Easy for Your Clients

Help Your Clients Understand Preventive Care Coverage

Special Enrollment Periods: What You Need to Know

Helping New Members Pay Their First Bill

Reminder: Open Enrollment Cut-Off Dates

MultiCare PCPs Leaving LifeWise Alpine Network in 2025

2025 Open Enrollment is Here—We’re Here to Help

Producer Resources Ready for 2025 Open Enrollment

Kinwell’s New Coping Skills Group Helps Members with Life Challenges

Help Clients Go Paperless with EOBs

What to Expect from LifeWise in 2025

LifeWise Health Plan of Washington and MultiCare Reach Agreement

Preventive Service Updates Coming in July

Helping Your Clients Get Mental Health Care

Connecting Individual Members to Kinwell Primary Care

Qualifying for Special Enrollment

We Make It Easy for Members to Find a Doctor

Search Function Launches on Producer News

Digital Health Messages Inform Your Clients About Their Healthcare

LifeWise Group Plans Soon Available in Clark County

Get Your Clients Started with Bill Pay

Don’t Miss Resources for 2024 Individual Plans

LifeWise Producer News Gets a Refresh

Renewal and Discontinuation Notifications