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Employee Benefit News for School, City and County Employers

Erin Woulfe

Erin Woulfe likes to write about things that matter. Keeping her finger on the pulse of what’s happening in the public sector world, she blogs about the latest legislative news and employee benefit trends that affect our school, city and county clients. She’s been with NIS since 2002. “I love connecting to our clients and providing them with the tools they need in order to administrate their plan,” says Erin. “Whether that be materials to educate their employees on certain benefits, how to effectively communicate change within an organization, or providing tips and how-to’s to help them make their job easier.”

Recent Articles by Erin Woulfe

HIPAA Violation Civil Penalties Increased

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published a final rule regarding penalties for HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules. It will apply to penalties assessed on or after...

Stop-loss Insurance Premiums Increased

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According to the 2023 Aegis Risk Medical Stop Loss Premium Survey, stop-loss premiums increased by 16% from 2021 to 2023. Self-funded health plans purchase stop-loss insurance to help...

More Employers Offering Fertility Benefits

2.5 minute read

Working and family are two very important aspects of an employee’s life. According to the World Health Organization (WHO) one in six people struggle with fertility issues. The stress...

How to Captivate Employees’ Attention during Open Enrollment

2.5 minute read

Proper communication can help employees see the true value of their benefits. It can also lead to an appreciation of the employer’s investment on well-being and health. Employees who...

Making Health Care More Affordable for Employees

2.5 minute read

Nearly half of Americans struggle to afford health care, with about 4 in 10 saying they have delayed or gone without care due to cost, according to The Kaiser Family Foundation. On...

2024 Open Enrollment and Inflation

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Inflation is causing many employees to feel financially strained. This may impact the choices employees make on their benefits during open enrollment.

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The Future of Work: Trends Shaping Employee Experience in 2023

1.5 minute read

A recent report shows that workforce changes impacting organizations in 2023. It showcases a shift in employer practices, with a decrease in job openings and offers, and a heightened...

Why U.S. Workers Aren't Taking Advantage of Their Paid Sick Leave

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According to a new study, American workers are hesitant to use their paid sick leave, even if they are truly sick. Nine out of ten employees said they worked while sick during the...

Projected Health Care Costs for 2024

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According to an annual report by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), health care costs are expected to grow by 7% in 2024. This is due to rising pharmaceutical expenses, especially specialty...

New EEOC Posters Effective June 27, 2023

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The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued a new “Know Your Rights” poster which contains information about the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). This law...