Practice management

Industry experts say the new regulations will be announced soon, but many benefit brokers are hoping its release is pushed back.

Despite early successes, many large employers are reluctant to move employees to an online benefits marketplace.

It is not unheard of for violations to cost a company millions of dollars plus attorney’s fees. An employer could also end up paying for their ex-employees’ health coverage if premiums are collected improperly.

To achieve the key benefits of well-being initiatives employers must have a process that fully engages the organization.

Brokers fall short with their clients when they fail to help workers make the most of their benefits, says Mike Hanner.

The U.S. Supreme Court deadlocked in one of its highest profile cases, issuing a 4-4 ruling that lets more than 20 states continue to require public-sector workers to help fund the unions that represent them.

The robo advisory firm will use the capital for investment in its 401(k) business, says Jon Stein, the company’s founder and CEO.

The strategy involves anticipating the needs of those employees who use the most resources in between doctor visits and automating processes to manage their treatment plans.

Increased demand and use of technology are among the insights revealed by Chestnut Global Partners in its analysis of employee assistance programs.

Movie, restaurant and theme park discounts are among the incentives being offered by the marketplace operator.