The Department of Labor’s (DOL) new overtime rule was set to take effect on December 1, 2016. Employers were given more than six months to prepare for the rule that would have increased the salary threshold for the “white collar overtime exemptions” to $47,476 a year. Instead, on November 22, 2016 a federal judge issued […]
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How Important is Open Enrollment Education?
Survey says…. Most employees don’t understand benefits very well! In a new report by the Guardian Life Insurance Company of America, 80% of Americans believe they understand their benefits very well, but only about half demonstrate they do based upon what Guardian deems to be optimal benefits-related decisions. In fact, in a benefits coverage and […]
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What Does the Election Mean for the ACA?
The two candidates had differing views on a variety of issues including health care reform leading up to election day. On November 8, Donald Trump was elected the 45 th president of the United States and will be inaugurated on January 20, 2017. So, what do the election results mean for the Affordable Care Act […]
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Choosing the right PEO
A professional employer organization (PEO) can help your company handle all of its human resources and could be the boost your company needs . If you’re seriously considering partnering with a PEO to help with everything from compliance to benefits, a little research can go a long way. Here are a few things you should […]
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Webinar: Telemedicine – Easy Extension of Health Insurance
New technologies have allowed doctors to find more ways to efficiently and conveniently care for their patients. Telemedicine allows patients and doctors to communicate through a live video, audio, or patient data transfer system without ever having to be in the same physical space. Employers can provide telemedicine as an extension of their health insurance […]
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Is a PEO the Boost your Company Needs?
Handling all of your human resources (HR) needs, including payroll and administration, employee health and retirement benefits, workers’ compensation insurance, and compliance issues in an ever-changing environment can be a tall task for small businesses. A professional employer organization (PEO) can not only help you tackle these tasks, but provide savings on group health insurance […]
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Important Open Enrollment Deadlines
For small businesses that are currently not offering health insurance coverage to employees, there are some important dates to mark your calendars with in the upcoming months. With the Affordable Care Act (ACA) guidelines changing each year, it is important to keep up with compliance and reach these dates and deadlines for the 2017 open […]
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Is an HSA right for you?
There are many variables that can affect the way you choose your health coverage, including your understanding of the options presented to you. Health savings accounts (HSA) are gaining popularity in health care as a cost-effective option for many people. However, each individual and family has their own needs and wants, so an HSA may […]
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ACA Compliance Issues for 2017
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has kept employers busy since its inception with changes to the health care industry. Many employers are struggling to keep up with the changes taking place year after year, resulting in administrative difficulties and penalties incurred. Certain changes to some ACA requirements begin to take effect in 2017 for employers […]
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Free Webinar: Getting Money Back with Partially Self-Funded Insurance
With prices rising year after year, employers are seeking the latest and most innovative solutions to manage their healthcare costs. Self-funded health plans can provide customization, control, and cost savings. For employers looking for a bit more certainty in monthly budgeting, partially self-funded insurance is a self-funding option that helps put predictability back into the […]