
Employee Benefit News for School, City and County Employers

Steve Smith
Steve Smith is a powerhouse of energy, living by the mantra "work hard, play hard." As an expert in uniting teams for a greater purpose, Steve's innovative and creative strategies in employee health and wellness are game-changers. With over 25 years of expertise in health insurance, covering compliance, cost mitigation, utilization, analytics, wellness plans, and strategic planning, Steve is the go-to expert for driving down utilization trends and fostering a culture of well-being. His clients trust him to deliver exceptional results, making him an invaluable asset in the industry. As an Employee Benefits Consultant, Steve specializes in health care consulting for Minnesota public sector organizations including fully insured, self-insured, and stop-loss plans. Steve is a licensed insurance agent and holds the designations for Managed Healthcare Professional (The Health Insurance Association of America), Certified Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Professional (National Association of Health Underwriters), and Group Benefits Disability Specialist (Hartford School of Insurance).
Final Forms for 2020 ACA Reporting
2021 ACA Compliance Checklist
President Trump Issues America First Health Care Plan Executive Order
President Trump Extends Pandemic Relief
Payroll Tax Deferment Ordered
New Executive Order Expands Telehealth Benefits
Hospital Transparency Rule Upheld
Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act Amended
PCORI Fee Adjusted for 2020
CARES Act Changes Affect Retirement Plans, FSAs, & Dependent Care Accounts