Healthcare benefits

Relying solely on software platforms to choose health plans and enroll employees without expert interaction can cost time and money, and can even lead to compliance issues.

Senate Republican leaders and President Donald Trump appear determined to begin a floor debate Tuesday on repealing the Affordable Care Act.

Employers looking to nab top talent are instituting paid leave policies aimed at the sandwich generation, who are taking care of aging parents alongside newborns.

Despite uncertainty over reform efforts in Washington, employers need to prepare for next year now.

Many workers use health savings accounts as specialized checking accounts, instead of using them to set aside money on a tax-favored basis for future medical expenses.

Coaches can address risk factors and prevent the future health problems of employees who struggle with stress, sleep issues or lack of exercise.

Employers looking to nab top talent are instituting paid leave policies aimed at the sandwich generation, who are taking care of aging parents alongside newborns.

Jobs resource website Glassdoor released its annual rankings of top employers based on workers’ evaluations. These companies are the cream of the crop.

Clinicians and privacy experts are welcoming these inventions with one hand while holding up warning signs with the other. Technology might be a powerful tool to improve treatment, but an emotional problem, if it becomes known, can affect insurance coverage.

Employers should prioritize employee communications, perform face-to-face re-enrollments each year and measure results.

New data technologies are making it possible for even the smallest employers to fund their own health plans

New data technologies are making it possible for even the smallest employers to fund their own health plans

The latest legislation retains a number of pro-business aspects from the earlier draft, including a delay of the Cadillac tax, removal of employer mandate penalties and expanding and enhancing HSAs.

While paying for top talent is important, studies consistently show that money isn’t the only thing that makes people happy at work. The Financial Post compiled a list of 17 companies that offer some pretty amazing benefits and perks.

Employers can expect to see more technology, a bigger focus on employee benefits and an enhanced job candidate experience in the next few years.

Experts warn there may be copycat lawsuits, but say they don’t anticipate any widespread changes that will affect private sector employers.

As more sectors of the workforce adopt high-deductible plans, employers should ensure employees are aware of income-protecting voluntary benefit choices.

Employee Benefit News will recognize professionals who have demonstrated excellence in the employee benefits/human resources field.

Marybeth Gray uses data analytics and pharmacy management expertise to bring down cost drivers for Trion Group clients.

Healthcare continues to vex Republicans, with the demands of conservatives, moderates, the Senate parliamentarian and the public at large seemingly incapable of being reconciled.