Health care costs have continued to increase year after year, and this trend is not expected to change any time soon. This increase in costs has been highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic, as employers are looking to reduce costs wherever they can. With businesses looking to reduce healthcare costs now more than ever, employers can […]
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Annual Health Checkup Benefits
It is time to take charge of your health and get your annual health checkup! Getting an annual checkup is essential to keeping your health on track. Those who take preventive care seriously and visit their doctor once per year tend to be healthier and lead more productive lives. Some key reasons you should consider […]
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Understanding Voluntary Benefits
Voluntary benefits are additional benefit options that are offered to you through your employer. While traditional benefits like health coverage are generally employer paid, or shared with the employee, employees are generally responsible for paying most or all the cost of voluntary options. So, if you are responsible for the bulk of the pay, then […]
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Tips for a Successful Open Enrollment During COVID-19
Preparing for open enrollment during COVID-19 will be a challenge for many HR departments and organizations, as it is something that nobody has experienced before. Many companies are still trying to recover from extended closures and maintain safe working environments, thus it is more important than ever before to have a plan in place for […]
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HSA/HDHP 2021 Contribution Limits
Each year, the IRS announces inflation-adjusted limits for health savings accounts (HSAs) and high deductible health plans (HDHPs). The IRS is required to publish these limits by June 1 of each year. These limits include: The maximum HSA contribution limit The minimum deductible amount for HDHPs; and The maximum out-of-pocket expense limits for HDHPs. These […]
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EEOC COVID-19 Update
Written by Ellyn Frankel May 6, 2020 The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has provided additional guidance for employers restarting and ramping up their businesses. The updated guidance addresses likely restart issues relating to testing, confidentiality of medical information, and pandemic-related harassment. What Symptoms Can Employers Ask About? The EEOC updated its guidance to confirm […]
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Webinar – Need Help Managing Absence Leave Laws?
In this Webinar: Many employers are struggling to determine how to handle the impact of COVID-19 in the workplace. Join Marjory Robertson, Assistant Vice President & Senior Counsel, and Abigail O’Connell, Senior Counsel, as they discuss a variety of employment law and compliance requirements that apply when addressing COVID-19. They will cover issues raised under the […]
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A message regarding coronavirus and virtual office visits
To Our Valued Clients and Associates, We are in the center of unparalleled times, and myself and my entire staff want you to know we are here to help navigate these uncharted waters. We have over 25 years of experience in benefits, health and wellness solutions and we want to continue to be a trusted […]
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Voluntary Benefits: Employee and Employer Advantages
Voluntary benefits, also known as worksite benefits, are the perfect way for employers to provide employees with a complete benefit package. As healthcare costs have continued to rise year after year, so has the demand for these additional benefits. Voluntary benefits allow employers to offer an attractive benefits package to employees without any additional cost […]