Employee Benefits Finding the Right Fit: Funding Solutions Across the Risk-Reward Spectrum When it comes to offering employee benefits, there's no one-size-fits-all solution. Every employer faces a unique balance between budget constraints,…Eric VatchApril 3, 2025
Employee Benefits The End of Surprise Medical Bills? How a New Executive Order Aims to Transform Healthcare Pricing Transparency Imagine this: You schedule what should be a routine medical procedure. You confirm coverage with your insurer, check the hospital’s…Blake EricksonMarch 12, 2025
Employee Benefits Understanding Imputed Income: What Employers and Employees Need to Know About Imputed Income Tax Implications Employee benefits are a valuable part of your compensation package, but some perks come with tax implications you might not…Eric VatchJanuary 31, 2025
Employee Benefits Better Benefits, Lower Costs: The 2025 Mantra for Employers As we kick off 2025, employers have an opportunity to rethink their approach to health insurance. The focus has long…Blake EricksonJanuary 7, 2025
Employee Benefits Employee Reminders for a Successful Open Enrollment Open enrollment season is almost over, but before you close the books on your benefits for the year, ensure a…Eric VatchDecember 16, 2024
Employee Benefits Final Updates on Mental Health Parity: What you Need to Know On September 9th, 2024 the Departments of Labor, Treasury, and Health and Human Services released the final rule changes regarding…Blake EricksonNovember 21, 2024
Employee Benefits 2024 Employment Law Compliance Trends Recap & Considerations As we near the end of 2024, it's crucial for employers to reflect on the key 2024 employment law trends…Eric VatchOctober 17, 2024
Employee Benefits Proposed Changes in Mental Health Parity NQTL Requirements The Departments of Labor (DOL), Health and Human Services (HHS), and Treasury aim to codify compliance and ensure equitable access…Blake EricksonAugust 16, 2024
Employee Benefits Revolutionizing Healthcare with High-Performing Networks In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, organizations are continually seeking innovative strategies to enhance quality, reduce costs, and improve patient…Eric VatchJuly 11, 2024
Employee Benefits PCORI Fees for Self-Insured Plans Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) a new fee was introduced. The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI)…Blake EricksonJune 28, 2024