Ideon

?? ICHRA is growing fast. How can carriers and ICHRA platforms scale efficiently in this evolving market? Success starts with great data and advanced integrations, enabling a seamless experience from plan shopping to enrollment. With 50+ ICHRA platforms and hundreds of carriers, connectivity and automation are essential to scaling without limits. ?? In this 1-min video, Ideon's Patrick Kelly breaks down what carriers need to know. ???Key takeaways: 1?? Speed matters: The question isn't?if?carriers and platforms should optimize for ICHRA, but?how quickly?they can scale. 2?? It's all about the experience: Quoting is step one, but?enrollment must be frictionless?for all stakeholders. 3???The best integration strategy wins: Instead of managing?one-off connections, carriers and platforms need an efficient, scalable approach.

?? Every second counts when it comes to API performance. Provider Network API transactions at Ideon have nearly tripled in recent years. That’s more people using our data to make informed decisions, like choosing the right doctor. Thanks to infrastructure improvements, we now complete the majority of requests in under a second—even during high-traffic periods like OEP. In this clip, Sr. Product Manager Colin Crihfield explains why faster, more reliable APIs mean better user experiences, higher engagement, and stronger customer loyalty.

Meet Cory Freshour, Ideon’s Sr. Director of Enrollment Operations, who leads the team responsible for managing enrollment data exchange. Since joining Ideon, Cory has played a key role in streamlining operations, driving efficiency, and ensuring accurate, seamless benefits experiences. His passion for better data—and a better industry—fuels everything he does. Outside of work? You might find him barefoot waterskiing or hitting the slopes in Telluride! ???? Get to know Cory in this month’s spotlight: https://lnkd.in/gZgmGwii

We can't wait for this panel discussion at LIMRA ETSS! Ideon CTO Dan Langevin and four industry experts will be unveiling key takeaways from the 2nd annual?Ideon-LIMRA API Maturity Report, highlighting where our industry is making progress and where further development is needed. You won't want to miss this conversation! The API Reality: How far along is the benefits industry, truly? Tuesday, Feb. 11, at 12:30 PM Panelists: Dan Langevin, Ideon Ted Phillips, Sun Life Adam Taylor, Securian Carolyn O'Brien, UnitedHealthcare Cory J. Gardner, LIMRA Moderator: Michelle Lorenz, LIMRA

We’re heading to LIMRA ETSS in Atlanta! We can’t wait to connect with industry leaders, catch up with our amazing partners, and share new ideas on driving innovation in the benefits ecosystem. Will we see you there? Stop by our booth to learn what’s new at Ideon, pick up some fresh swag, and chat with our team. Connect with Team Ideon at LIMRA ETSS: Steve Swad Dan Langevin Phil Carollo Jamie Rockfeld Jashan Ahuja Virginia Loeffler John Emge Zach Wallens

Big news at Ideon: We’re excited to share that?Phil Carollo?and?Jamie Rockfeld?have joined our executive team as Chief Growth Officer and EVP of Sales! Both bring decades of health and benefits technology experience and will be instrumental in accelerating Ideon’s growth as we continue to advance the industry. Phil spent 25 years at PlanSource, serving as Chief Operating Officer, EVP of Sales, and most recently, President of Sales, while Jamie was most recently PlanSource's VP of Reseller Sales. Read the press release:?https://lnkd.in/eaBKmf_g

For many carriers, identifying EOI discrepancies can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack—a major challenge with far-reaching consequences. Errors often go undetected until it’s too late, leading to denied claims, strained broker relationships, and even scrutiny from the Department of Labor. Finding missing EOI is also a time-consuming process, leaving carriers reacting instead of proactively solving the problem. In a recent article for?Voluntary Advantage, Ideon CEO Steve Swad explores why EOI is such a persistent pain point and why a more proactive approach is needed. Read the full article here https://lnkd.in/g99knAhd

The benefits industry's Evidence of Insurability (EOI) process simply isn't working. When a member needs to submit EOI, there can be a significant delay between when the enrollment is taken and when the coverage is put inforce. Steve Swad, CEO of Ideon discusses the gravity of the issue and the reasons things go wrong. Learn More Here: https://lnkd.in/g99knAhd #voluntarybenefits #workplacebenefits #employeebenefits #benefits #benefitsstrategy #eoi #data #technology #AI #lifeinsurance #disabilityinsurance #insurance #industryindustry #benefitsconsultant #benefitsbroker

All too often, inaccurate data and disconnected systems make benefits enrollment harder than it should be. That’s why?Prudential Financial?and Ideon are working together to enhance enrollment and eligibility data exchange. Through this collaboration, Prudential will leverage Ideon’s data and connectivity solutions to: ? Improve enrollment data accuracy ? Reduce administrative burdens for HR teams ? Expand integrations with more benefits platforms We’re proud to announce this partnership with Prudential and, together, improve the benefits experience for employers, HR teams, brokers, and employees. Read the press release, here: https://lnkd.in/eZVA273m

2025 Plan & Rate Publishing Metrics Are In! With the plan year 2025 build nearly complete, we’re wrapping up the busy season by sharing some key metrics from our publishing and processing efforts. ? As of November 30th: ??56,000+ plans published, including?97% of expected ACA plans ??95% of plans?have their SBC attached ??99.7% plan benefit completion rate, on average These accomplishments reflect the dedication of our team and our commitment to delivering data faster and more accurately than ever before. We’re excited to build on this momentum and support our customers in delivering exceptional experiences in 2025!