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Employee Benefit News for School, City and County Employers

Using AI Tools in Open Enrollment

3 minute read

During the exciting open enrollment period, Human Resources (HR) professionals play a crucial role in educating employees about their benefit options, communicating important enrollment...

HIPAA Violation Civil Penalties Increased

1 minute read

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

1 minute read

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...

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Cybercrime and Employee Benefit Plans

3 minute read

Every day, news headlines are filled with stories of data breaches and cyberattacks. Unfortunately, even employee benefits plans are not immune to these threats. In fact, they are...

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...

Action Taken to Eliminate Medical Debt Impact on Credit Scores

1.5. minute read

The Biden Administration has announced a plan to ban medical debt from credit scores. Currently, having a low credit score can make it more difficult for a person to rent an...

2024 ACA Compliance Checklist

3.5 minute read

Public sector organizations with group health plans should be aware of changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) requirements that take effect in 2024.

ICHRA Use Increasing

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In 2023, U.S. employers’ adoption of individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements (ICHRAs) increased by 64%, according to a HRA Council report. An ICHRA allows employers to...

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Americans’ Retirement Outlook

1.5 minute read

According to a recent Gallup poll, nonretired Americans’ expectation for a comfortable retirement has fallen 10% since 2021. This year has the most pessimistic retirement outlook...

Creating a Multigenerational Benefit Plan

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Open enrollment is a great way to educate your workforce about your benefits. Offering an attractive package can help boost employee retention, satisfaction, and engagement. Age can...