Jan 22, 2025 | employee benefits, Uncategorized
Many employees have a second job: They’re caregivers. According to Forbes, 73% of them juggle work and caregiving duties. In honor of National Caregivers Day on Feb. 21, learn about your caregiver employees. Knowing their challenges and working with an employee...
Jan 13, 2025 | employee benefits
As you look ahead to the new plan year, it’s critical to note the new affordability threshold under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). In 2025, the threshold will be 9.02%. That’s up from the 2024 level of 8.39% and reverses a trend of three straight years with decreases....
Nov 19, 2024 | employee benefits
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 14 million Americans suffer from some sort of visual impairment and 11 million need vision correction. Your medical plan may cover certain eye conditions, like cataracts, glaucoma and cancer,...
Nov 11, 2024 | employee benefits, news
Important Update for Blue Cross Blue Shield Members in the Hutchinson Area. Effective December 31, 2024, Hutchinson Clinic will no longer be an in-network provider with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS). As a dedicated Employee Benefits agency serving Kansans,...
Nov 6, 2024 | commercial insurance, employee benefits
Nearly 60% of employees have put off necessary medical care because of cost or insurance issues. More than 40% have delayed care because appointments weren’t available. And 35% have skipped health services for fear of getting or spreading illnesses. In addition, more...
Nov 5, 2024 | employee benefits
When it comes to their retirement savings, people often dream of traveling the world, moving to a new location, going back to school, pursuing a hobby or starting a small business. Those with a more practical bent may think about paying for housing, food, clothing,...