AssuredPartners

AUGUST 15, 2022

Insurance consumers, i.e., businesses, pay premiums in exchange for protection against risk. For insurance carriers to be competitive, premiums are assessed at a level that matches the determined risk. A basic principle of insurance is that premiums paid by many cover the losses of the few.

Insurance Carriers 104

Insurance Carriers Insurance Entertainment Transportation 104

Flimp Communications

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Flimp Communications is a leader in HR, benefits and employee communication and provides virtual-communications solutions including software, decision-support tools, workforce texting and interactive digital content to employers, HR consultants, insurance carriers and healthcare providers. Media Contact: Heather Bliss.

Employee Benefits 76

Employee Benefits Insurance Carriers Benefit Providers Medical 76

HR Lineup

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Zenefits is a cloud-based software platform designed to simplify the management of employee benefits for small and medium-sized businesses. It offers a comprehensive solution for businesses to manage their employee benefits program and streamline various HR processes such as onboarding, payroll, and compliance.

401(k) 52

401(k) Insurance Carriers Voluntary Benefits Life Insurance 52

McDermott Will & Emery Employee Benefits

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Increasing retirement plan-focused litigation has put insurance carriers and fiduciary service providers in difficult positions. In this article published in PLANSPONSOR, McDermott Partner Erin Turley said such litigation continues to be a “major focus” in the fiduciary insurance marketplace.

Insurance 52

Insurance Insurance Carriers Retirement Plan Employee Benefits 52

HR Lineup

MAY 10, 2023

The company was founded in 2008, and since then, it has grown to become one of the leading providers of employee benefits services in the US. The platform offers a wide range of benefits administration solutions, including health and wellness programs, retirement planning, and employee insurance plans.

401(k) 52

401(k) Insurance Carriers Retirement Plan Disability Insurance 52

Griffin Benefits

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

But the next step means leveraging clinical informatics to gather insights that lead to new strategies — and it’s up to the employers to interpret that data through their insurance broker, not their insurance carrier. WANT TO LEARN MORE?

Healthcare 88

Healthcare Insurance Carriers Pharmaceutical Medical 88

InterWest Insurance Services

MARCH 3, 2023

Despite their higher engagement though, overall, 72% of group health plan enrollees spent less than an hour on their plan during last year’s open enrollment, according to the “2023 Consumer Engagement in Health Care Survey” by the Employee Benefits Research Institute and Greenwald Research.

Deductions 96

Deductions Deductible Insurance Carriers Education 96

Insperity

JANUARY 24, 2023

Health insurance carrier apps Many health insurance carriers offer their own app for employees to manage their health information in one centralized location.

Insurance Carriers 98

Insurance Carriers Health Insurance Medical Electronics 98

AssuredPartners

JANUARY 24, 2023

Derek specializes in Property & Casualty insurance with a focus on high-risk industries and complex worker’s compensation placements. He is active in several insurance carrier councils and regional industry associations/boards, including the National Utility Contractor Association (NUCA).

Insurance Carriers 52

Insurance Carriers Insurance Health Utilities 52

Total Employee Benefits

DECEMBER 14, 2021

The insurance carrier is generally responsible for plan compliance in a fully insured policy. In the end, whether an organization is fully insured or self-funded, they should make sure their insurance carrier or TPA is ready to meet the demands of this new legislation.

Insurance Carriers 52

Insurance Carriers Health and Welfare Insurance Employee Enrollments 52

HR Lineup

MARCH 10, 2023

Hoops HR also offers benefits administration features, allowing users to manage employee benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) plans, and more. The system allows users to create custom benefit plans and track enrollment and eligibility. Performance management is another key feature of Hoops HR.

401(k) 52

401(k) Insurance Carriers Payroll System Human Resources 52

Insperity

MARCH 29, 2022

At a high level, employees might be directed to the: HR benefits specialist Professional employer organization (PEO) service team or dedicated HR specialist (if your company outsources certain HR functions to a PEO, and the PEO provides benefits to your employees) Contact center or member services at the insurance carrier.

Health Insurance 92

Health Insurance Insurance Insurance Carriers Education 92

Corporate Synergies

JULY 22, 2019

The cost to the employer (and often the employee) is often far less than the ER. From 2009 to 2016 (the most recent data available), the average amount that hospitals billed insurance carriers for an emergency room visit more than doubled, from $600 to $1,322. The high cost of ER care is enough to make anyone run a high temp.

Employee Benefits 40

Employee Benefits Insurance Carriers Healthcare Health Savings Account 40

AssuredPartners

AUGUST 5, 2021

Joe Haney said, “At Sterling Insurance Group, we have relationships with more than 100 national insurance carriers to provide clients instant access to the most competitive insurance markets in the business. The agency currently reports $20 million in annualized revenues.

Insurance 65

Insurance Insurance Carriers Consulting Employee Benefits 65

WEX Inc.

JANUARY 11, 2023

HR teams have been focused on crucial tactics to retain their best employees in light of significant disruption. They’re improving employee wellness , boosting their employee benefits packages, and offering flexible work arrangements. Submit carrier eligibility to insurance carriers.

Insurance Carriers 52

Insurance Carriers Human Resources Taxes Benefits Package 52

Assurance Agency

APRIL 12, 2023

Benefits administration technology (Ben Admin) is a web-based database for all employees who are eligible for employee benefits. Ask your broker for help and recommendations of ben admin firms that specialize in or have a niche in staffing.

Technology 52

Technology IT Insurance Carriers Deductions 52

Benefits Notes

MARCH 31, 2021

Many of the provisions in this sweeping legislation bring changes to the employee benefits world of which employers should take note and which are summarized below. The ARPA contains several new rules which impact COBRA benefits. Subsidized COBRA. It is recommended that notices are not updated until the model notices are issued.

Family and Medical Leave Act 40

Family and Medical Leave Act Employee Benefits Taxes Pension 40

AssuredPartners

JANUARY 10, 2022

By utilizing the above strategies, companies’ human resources staff members are not using their time counseling employees about unanticipated bills or spending time working with insurance carriers to make exceptions for an upset employee, leaving them with more time for other aspects of their role.

Insurance Carriers 75

Insurance Carriers Human Resources Utilities Education 75

Genesis HR Solutions

AUGUST 9, 2018

Employee benefits may be expensive, but their value goes beyond a simple dollar amount. When sizing up job offers, prospective employees will absolutely be comparing your company’s benefits against those of your competitors. In this article, we’ll look at: The benefits most businesses offer.

Employee Benefits 40

Employee Benefits 401(k) Health Insurance Insurance Carriers 40

AssuredPartners

OCTOBER 11, 2022

This rule applies to group health plans and insurance carriers offering group or individual health insurance coverage beginning on and after January 1, 2022. Plan sponsors with fully insured benefits can rest easy because insurance carriers will likely handle the details behind the NSA and any provider payment disputes.

Insurance Carriers 52

Insurance Carriers Insurance Health Insurance Bonuses 52

Corporate Synergies

JUNE 10, 2019

“Our Take” is Corporate Synergies commentary on employee benefits and insurance topics that are in the news. Since CVS announced its plans to buy insurance carrier Aetna in December 2017, many experts, including ours , speculated how the acquisition and other similar ones would change healthcare. RELATED TOPICS.

Insurance Carriers 47

Insurance Carriers Healthcare Insurance Employment 47

Corporate Synergies

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Negotiating benefit renewals with success: the ticket is planning all year long. Employee benefits are typically the second-highest expense for employers—right behind payroll. But unlike payroll, benefits are difficult to budget for each year because the upcoming annual renewal rate can feel like a mystery. As Seen In.

Insurance Carriers 45

Insurance Carriers Health and Welfare Insurance Health Insurance 45

Assurance Agency

APRIL 12, 2023

Benefits administration technology (Ben Admin) is a web-based database for all employees who are eligible for employee benefits. Ask your broker for help and recommendations of ben admin firms that specialize in or have a niche in staffing.

Technology 40

Technology IT Insurance Carriers Deductions 40

BerniePortal

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Check out this column in Employee Benefits Adviser : Very soon, all of the major insurance carriers will have an in-house pharmacy benefit manager, a trend that could reshape consumer access to prescription drugs and impact the negotiations between insurers, drug manufacturers and pharmacies.

Insurance Carriers 40

Insurance Carriers Insurance Manufacturing Employee Benefits 40

AssuredPartners

JULY 9, 2021

Shane Caldwell stated, “At Ballator, we are a specialty focused insurance firm serving the needs of niche industry groups. We work with A-rated insurance carriers, agents and associations to create innovative insurance products that increase availability, improve pricing and provide superior coverage to the niche industries we service.

Insurance 40

Insurance Insurance Carriers Consulting Employee Benefits 40

PeopleStrategy

JUNE 15, 2020

With the unanticipated challenges facing HR professionals today, starting the employee benefits renewal process is probably not at the top of the to do list. But the reality is, deciding what benefits you will offer employees for the 2021 plan year is perhaps more critical than ever.

Insurance Carriers 71

Insurance Carriers Benefits Package Insurance Electronics 71

GRA Benefits Group

MAY 11, 2020

The second is to provide a side-by-side comparison containing 20+ major in and out-of-network benefits to assist the employer in choosing a health plan. . 1Quote does it all, including offering: The ability to quote 9 different Michigan medical insurance carriers using only 1 census. 1Quote is as simple and easy as it sounds!

Insurance Carriers 52

Insurance Carriers Medical Insurance Health Insurance 52

McNees

MAY 21, 2021

Another item of note for employers with less than 20 employees. If your plan is fully insured, your insurance carrier is responsible for the premium assistance. Topics will include: Employee Benefits in the COVID (and Post-COVID) Era. 2020 The Year Best Suited for the Rear View.

Insurance Carriers 40

Insurance Carriers Insurance Medical Employee Benefits 40

Corporate Synergies

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Annual health insurance carrier negotiations doesn’t have to be a contact sport. During carrier negotiations, employers naturally seek the lowest rate increase, while carriers typically propose a high increase. READ: 3 Critical Keys to Carrier Negotiations on Benefit Renewals. As Seen In.

Insurance Carriers 40

Insurance Carriers Utilities Health Insurance Insurance 40

AssuredPartners

MARCH 20, 2020

The agency currently reports $3 million in annualized revenues.nAniello Insurance Agency President Rick Aniello stated, “We are committed to cultivating strong productive relationships among associates, clients and insurance carriers. nFor more information on Aniello Insurance Agency, Inc.,

Insurance 40

Insurance Insurance Carriers Construction Employee Benefits 40

AssuredPartners

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Yurick began her career in the employee benefits industry in 1989 working for both regional and national insurance carriers in numerous sales and leadership capacities. From its founding in March of 2011, AssuredPartners has grown to over $1.6

Insurance Carriers 40

Insurance Carriers Insurance Employee Benefits IT 40

Insperity

JULY 5, 2022

What changes do I need to make so my employees are happier? Employee wellness programs versus general benefits. Often, this type of tool is available via your company’s health insurance carrier. Want to learn more about how to offer attractive benefits, perks and programs that will provide value to your workforce?

Employee Wellness 112

Employee Wellness 401(k) PTO Insurance Carriers 112

Corporate Synergies

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

1 Many of them are still learning how to choose the right benefits each year so they get the coverage they need without overpaying or getting stuck with unexpected costs. The Baby Health Insurance Playbook isn’t really a book. It’s simple, practical benefits guidance. Help employees anticipate childcare needs.

Health Insurance 47

Health Insurance Insurance Insurance Carriers Out of Pocket Cost 47

AssuredPartners

JANUARY 3, 2019

of New Haven, and Torres Insurance Agency, Inc. of Chicopee, MA & Hartford, CT all joined AssuredPartners operations in December.nDarton & Company and Golden, O’Neill & Gebhardt are specialized personal lines agencies with a focus on high net worth clients and partnerships with the premier insurance carriers.

Insurance Carriers 40

Insurance Carriers Insurance Employee Benefits IT 40

AssuredPartners

JULY 20, 2016

NHA focuses exclusively in the employee benefits arena with a staff of 30 who will continue operations under the leadership of Founders Frank Caparso and Michael Caparso. acquires and invests in insurance brokerage businesses (property and casualty, employee benefits, surety and MGU’s) across the United States and in London. “As

Healthcare 40

Healthcare Insurance Carriers Health Insurance Insurance 40

Insperity

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

As a co-employer, the PEO you choose will ultimately take responsibility for payroll processing, providing workers’ compensation insurance coverage, providing an employee benefits package and a host of other sensitive human resources (HR) and administrative tasks.

Professional Employer Organization 86

Professional Employer Organization Employment Insurance Taxes 86

Corporate Synergies

AUGUST 27, 2018

Choosing the right PBM (pharmacy benefit manager) can keep your members happy and your program costs under control. Employers are increasingly pulled in many directions when it comes to employee benefits, and pharmacy benefits in particular. This is no easy feat, especially as the cost of benefits increases each year.

Insurance Carriers 40

Insurance Carriers Health and Welfare Medical Utilities 40