If pain management is one of your primary health concerns, you’ve probably talked with your doctor about pain relief methods. Chronic pain affects more than 100 million people in the United States, according to the National Academy of Medicine. Many chronic pain patients are prescribed opioids to help manage the pain, but due to the potential for misuse, doctors are … Read More
Employee Benefits: How HSAs Benefit Your Business
With health care costs continuing to rise, it is more important than ever for organizations to craft and carefully plan an employee benefits strategy. Integrating HSA-eligible plans (typically QHDHPs) with health savings accounts (HSAs) offers distinct cost benefits, not only for your employees but for your business as well. But according to a recent CDHP Enrollment & Usage Trends Report, … Read More
Educating Employees about Benefits
Employers are responsible for educating their employees about the health coverage options they offer. Employees have the right to receive clearly presented health and benefit information and assistance reading health materials, if needed. More specifically, employers are responsible for informing employees of: What benefits are covered in the offered health plan(s) Cost-sharing requirements and arrangements Procedures for resolving complaints and … Read More
BenefitsPro Q & A Featuring Al
Earlier this month, the editor in chief of Benefits Pro sat down with Al for a candid interview. Al talks about how he got started in the insurance business, and how things have changed along the way. He discusses his philosophy and strengths, some of the opportunities he sees coming along and why he enjoys the benefits industry. Al speaks … Read More
The Best Health Insurance Options Geared for Small Businesses in Georgia
When it comes to showing you truly care about your team’s success and well-being, nothing packs a punch quite like benefits. And if you are just starting to figure out what types of benefits to offer, you have several options to consider. For small groups that have fewer than 50 employees, you are not mandated to provide health insurance. But … Read More