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The law requires that each employer offering prescription drug benefits as part of their employee benefit plan must notify any Medicare-eligible participant and the federal government if the coverage offered is at least as good as the standard Medicare prescription drug plan.
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In the face of soaring drug prices, consumers have found an ally in their local big box stores, such as Walgreens, Walmart, Kroger, Target, etc. Roughly 4 out of 10 Americans rely on these programs to find savings for their prescription drugs.
As deductibles continue to rise and these numbers continue to grow, it is important to know the ins and outs of HSAs so that we can better advise our clients.
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The Trump Administration and the United States Department of Labor (DOL) announced new rules for Association Health Plans (AHP). The new rules allow insurance carriers to expand access to the market for fully insured plans beginning September 1, 2018, and on January 1, 2019, for self-funded plans.
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The title of one of my favorite movies, Back to the Future, seems apropos when compared to today’s individual health insurance market. With the Affordable Care Act (ACA) being anything but affordable, many consumers are looking for alternative options to cover themselves and their families.
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If you are at all involved in the sales and/or service of small group insurance products, you have likely encountered MEWAs or been asked to advise on the pros and cons of such an arrangement.
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Recently I attended a seminar on what has become the nation’s number one health care crisis: opioid use. It was a wake-up call to some astonishing information. Our industry has begun to feel the devastating effects and so far there is no end in sight.
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Employee Benefit Extensions for the COVID-19 Pandemic: COBRA, FSA, HRA, and More
/in Employee Benefits, Legislation, Whitepapers /by Sonya PolandUnderstand the 8 employee benefit extensions designed to help employees and COBRA beneficiaries during the COVID-19 pandemic
FormFire: Essential Technology in the Small Group Market
/in Employee Benefits, FormFire, Whitepapers /by Jeff LewisFor brokers who want to compete in today’s small group market in Ohio, access to FormFire is essential.
How to Determine Medicare Creditable Coverage
/in Compliance, Employee Benefits, Whitepapers /by Jennifer AgnelloThe law requires that each employer offering prescription drug benefits as part of their employee benefit plan must notify any Medicare-eligible participant and the federal government if the coverage offered is at least as good as the standard Medicare prescription drug plan.
What Drives the High Cost of Health Care?
/in Whitepapers /by Jennifer AgnelloFrom all perspectives, there is no one single cause for the rise in costs, nor is there a single solution to contain them.
Shopper’s Guide to Navigating Discount Drug Programs
/in Whitepapers /by Geoff BeglenIn the face of soaring drug prices, consumers have found an ally in their local big box stores, such as Walgreens, Walmart, Kroger, Target, etc. Roughly 4 out of 10 Americans rely on these programs to find savings for their prescription drugs.
2019 HSA Refresher: The Ins and Outs
/in Employee Benefits, Individual, Whitepapers /by CornerstoneAs deductibles continue to rise and these numbers continue to grow, it is important to know the ins and outs of HSAs so that we can better advise our clients.
The Importance of Wrap Documents
/in Employee Benefits, Whitepapers /by Jennifer AgnelloAre you looking to provide even more value for your group clients?
What are Association Health Plans?
/in Employee Benefits, Whitepapers /by Gregg AmatoThe Trump Administration and the United States Department of Labor (DOL) announced new rules for Association Health Plans (AHP). The new rules allow insurance carriers to expand access to the market for fully insured plans beginning September 1, 2018, and on January 1, 2019, for self-funded plans.
The Holy Grail of Advertising: The Importance of Referrals From Your Clients
/in Employee Benefits, Individual, Whitepapers /by Geoff BeglenIt can’t be said enough: Referrals are one of the most important components of a successful inbound sales strategy.
Short-Term Health Insurance: A New, More Affordable Option
/in Individual, Whitepapers /by Jennifer AgnelloMany short-term plans come with additional perks and benefits such as wellness, telemedicine, etc.
You Have a Lot to Offer! Increasing Revenue with Ancillary Sales
/in Employee Benefits, Individual, Whitepapers /by CornerstoneAdd-on products or ancillary sales can account for as much as twenty percent of additional business revenue.
What’s Old is New Again: Recycling in the Individual Market
/in Individual, Whitepapers /by Luke BoemkerThe title of one of my favorite movies, Back to the Future, seems apropos when compared to today’s individual health insurance market. With the Affordable Care Act (ACA) being anything but affordable, many consumers are looking for alternative options to cover themselves and their families.
Set Yourself Apart with Level-Funded Health Plans
/in Employee Benefits, Whitepapers /by Jennifer AgnelloWhat if you could provide hope, grow your book of business, and add unique value to help your small business clients save money all at the same time?
Are You Ahead of the Small Group Game?
/in Employee Benefits, Whitepapers /by Jennifer AgnelloIf you are at all involved in the sales and/or service of small group insurance products, you have likely encountered MEWAs or been asked to advise on the pros and cons of such an arrangement.
You Don’t Have to be Zuckerberg to be in “The Social Network”
/in Employee Benefits, Individual, Whitepapers /by Jessica LarkinYou can create a simple social media strategy that facilitates your business’s growth and augments your communication with customers.
Opioid Use Disorder: An Epidemic That Does Not Discriminate
/in Employee Benefits, Individual, Whitepapers /by Jennifer AgnelloRecently I attended a seminar on what has become the nation’s number one health care crisis: opioid use. It was a wake-up call to some astonishing information. Our industry has begun to feel the devastating effects and so far there is no end in sight.
Exploring ACA Alternatives
/in Employee Benefits, Whitepapers /by Gregg AmatoAs ACA premiums continue to rise, so does the need for ACA alternatives.