Join The GPAHU

Please download our GPAHU Membership Application: GPAHU Membership Application (PDF … you must have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your system)

Putting your membership dues to good use is our top priority. We are the only association working solely on behalf of health insurance agents, brokers and benefit professionals. We are your professional association and we provide legislative advocacy, education, information resources, member recognition and member-only benefits. The GPAHU is one of the largest local chapters of the National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU) on the east coast. NAHU represents more than 100,000 licensed health insurance agents, brokers, consultants and benefit professionals through more than 200 chapters across America. NAHU members service the health insurance needs of large and small employers as well as people seeking individual health insurance coverage.

Without NAHU, the health insurance agent and broker would be left alone to deal with the ever-changing regulations and reform. NAHU is your partner during this turbulent time and will provide you with everything you need to continue growing your business and having a successful career.

LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY

NAHU’s legislative efforts strive to educate officials on both the federal and state levels about the health care system and the vital role of the health insurance agent as a consumer resource and advocate. Through a network of key contacts, NAHU cultivates relationships that allow members to clarify issues before bills are written and votes are taken. These relationships are strengthened through actions undertaken by the Health Underwriters Political Action Committee (HUPAC). Locally, GPAHU is actively involved with Harrisburg policy makers acting on your behalf.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Certification programs, professional designation courses, online resources and conferences are just a few ways the GPAHU/NAHU helps members develop professionally as well as personally. The GPAHU chapter also hosts regular events where continuing education opportunities are provided.

NETWORKING

Interacting with other insurance professionals may be the most beneficial aspect of GPAHU membership. Being able to reach out to other professionals, asking questions, meeting sales representatives and learning about products are all invaluable opportunities that membership provides. NAHU also offers online networking resources that connect members across the country. Go to www.GPAHU.net for its annual calendar of events.

HIU MAGAZINE

All GPAHU members receive a complimentary subscription to the Health Insurance Underwriter Magazine. HIU is filled with valuable articles and information, including sales tips and best practice ideas.

INFORMATION RESOURCES

All GPAHU members receive a customized daily update of all the top insurance news stories of the day from NAHU. Members also have access to Health Care Reform Central, a members-only portal of information and resources on health care reform. Also available online at www.nahu.org:

• Consumer guides and brochures for clients
• Health coverage database
• Wellness videos
• Educational and legislative webinars
• Resources for Spanish-speaking clients

With NAHU representing the industry, policymakers have addressed many issues the health care reform bill promised to create:

1. Allowing health insurance agents and brokers to sell private coverage both inside and outside of the new exchanges.
2. Preserving private insurance plans as the predominant source of coverage, without the creation of a government-run public health insurance plan.
3. Working with the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) and policymakers to acknowledge the value of our members and the need to preserve your role in the health insurance system.

With NAHU working with key policymakers, your dues dollars continue to support our role as the voice of the industry:

• Creating a joint task force with the NAIC and the Dept. of Health and Human Services (HHS) to address agent compensation and medical loss ratio (MLR).
• Working closely with Congress and the administration on the development of the new web portal for consumers to shop for health insurance.
• Working directly with the NAIC and providing guidance as states establish their exchanges.

Get all three valuable professional memberships in one convenient package.

Greater Philadelphia Association of Health Underwriters – GPAHU

Pennsylvania Association of Health Underwriters – PAHU

National Association of Health Underwriters – NAHU

Current GPAHU Members

as of 09/24/2012: