Benefits Think

New protections are on the books, and additional training, policy and other employers obligations are set to go into effect this fall.

As American live longer, planning for their post-work years require greater care and urgency.

Self-insured companies are in a unique position to reduce the hurdles for employees seeking mental healthcare.

Plan sponsors should inquire about their adviser’s compensation, professional credentials and educational background, says retirement expert Robert Lawton.

The model is becoming increasingly popular as more employers consider the move to correct cost transparency issues as they transition from fully-insured to self-funded insurance plans.

As the services become mainstream, it’s time for benefits managers to get up to speed.

When evaluating resources to help employees, employers must understand the landscape of stress, anxiety or negative thoughts among their workforce.

A recent federal court case reminds employers that they may choose among reasonable accommodations, and as long as they are effective, companies are not required to provide the specific requests from an employee.

The model is becoming increasingly popular as more employers consider the move to correct cost transparency issues as they transition from fully-insured to self-funded insurance plans.

The president wants to allow for health reimbursement arrangements to be used for non-group coverage to employers of all sizes. If this happens, this is as an industry-redefining disruption.