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4.4 million employees are covered by corporate health insurance

Employee Benefits

More than four million people are now covered by health insurance through their employer, according to data from the Association of British Insurers (ABI). The number of employees benefitting from health insurance increased by 8% from four million in 2021 to 4.4 million in 2022. The post 4.4

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Which states require you to have health insurance?

PeopleKeep

One initial aspect of the ACA required all Americans to obtain health insurance that provided minimum essential coverage (MEC) through their employer or on an individual basis or pay a federal tax penalty. The federal government has since repealed the health coverage requirement and penalty known as the individual mandate.

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2022 Health Insurance Outlook, Changes

InterWest Insurance Services

In addition, new rulemaking is likely to be introduced in 2022 that will affect health plans, including non-discrimination rules for wellness plans and new rules governing what must be included on insurance plan ID cards. The CAA created a number of new requirements that affect health insurance and coverage.

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Why do employers offer health insurance?

PeopleKeep

Health insurance is one of the most sought-after benefits an organization can offer. But few know why employers started providing health insurance in the first place. Employer-sponsored health insurance became widely adopted during World War II.

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The best way for nonprofits to offer health insurance

PeopleKeep

In fact, in a PeopleKeep survey of nonprofit organization owners, 81% said that cost was one of the most pressing challenges in finding a health benefit that fits their needs. What’s more, over half of those surveyed said they’re very interested in seeing the federal government expand the number of alternatives to group health insurance.

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Our Health Insurance Model is Unsustainable. Here’s why.

HR Professionals Magazine

But ultimately, whatever plan you choose is confined to this thing we call the current health insurance model. Let’s briefly explore the key factors contributing to the harsh realities of the current health insurance system. But our health and our family’s peace of mind is worth it. Here’s why.

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Autumn Statement: Government to meet requests for occupational health guidance

Employee Benefits

The government has published its response to its Occupational health: working better consultation, in which it stated it will meet employers’ requests for clearer guidance and support. Launched in July, the consultation was exploring a possible extension of occupational health (OH) services to more employers.