PeopleKeep

JULY 8, 2021

More and more employers today are adopting reimbursement models for their employees’ healthcare, empowering employees to choose their own individual health insurance plan and get reimbursed, tax-free, for their premium. Download our guide to see how much healthcare costs in your state.

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PeopleKeep

JULY 23, 2021

Health insurance in America is constantly changing; where it’s being sold, how much it costs, who’s participating in it, and so much more. As health insurance professionals look to the future of the healthcare industry, staying ahead of the oncoming challenges and changes is what will keep you afloat.

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BerniePortal

MARCH 9, 2022

HR pros know better than anyone how confusing healthcare can be. In many organizations, employees see you as the insurance expert in the office even though your experience may only go so far as open enrollment or special enrollment periods. So, here's a primer on how health insurance works, including key terms.

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PeopleKeep

AUGUST 13, 2021

population gets their health insurance through their employer. That means half of the country doesn’t get to make any real consumer decisions about their health coverage, its cost, or what network they’re in. Watch our webinar to see how an HRA empowers employees to make their own healthcare decisions.

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InterWest Insurance Services

JULY 14, 2022

The health care sector is not immune to the effects of spiking inflation, and the increasing cost of care is likely to spill over into health insurance — but it’s uncertain by how much. When they negotiate network rates with insurers, providers take into account all of their own costs when tabulating their offers.

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CorpStrat

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Many people don’t even think about their health insurance plan until they get sick. We firmly believe that a good health insurance plan can do something powerful for everybody. Even if you’re not sick or injured, a good plan can put you on a path to optimal health with the right type of support along the way.

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PeopleKeep

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Healthcare costs continue to rise , making it increasingly difficult for people to find affordable coverage. In response to this, catastrophic health plans have emerged as an alternative option for those who are relatively healthy and primarily seeking coverage in case of major medical events.

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HR Professionals Magazine

JUNE 28, 2023

By Will Brown When it comes to healthcare, we may have a choice as to which carrier we prefer and the type of plan. But ultimately, whatever plan you choose is confined to this thing we call the current health insurance model. And I think we can all admit it’s a system with some notable issues.

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PeopleKeep

MAY 12, 2023

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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Joe Markland

JANUARY 26, 2022

A familiar mantra about why health insurance is so expensive is that the cost of healthcare is expensive. Our current financing system provides inferior healthcare for many and inhibits adoption of new and emerging technologies. This often results in poorer health outcomes and, at times, even death.

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Employee Benefit News

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The average employer-sponsored health insurance premium for US families rose 7% to almost $24,000 this year.

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PeopleKeep

JUNE 17, 2021

For many small businesses and organizations, offering traditional group health insurance is a challenge. The good news is, traditional group health insurance isn’t the only option for small employers looking to offer health benefits.

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PeopleKeep

JULY 8, 2022

The average American spends a considerable amount of money on healthcare each year. Premium increases, higher deductibles and copays, and soaring prescription drug prices result in spikes in healthcare costs. According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 1 , in 2021, healthcare costs skyrocketed to $4.3

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PeopleKeep

JULY 7, 2021

As healthcare costs rise every year, small employers often struggle to deliver quality health benefits to employees. 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.

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Bayzat

AUGUST 30, 2023

Moreover, the availability of a diverse range of insurance plans to cater to varying needs is necessary. Our quick guide makes finding the perfect insurance plan for you simple. Here are the ten best health insurance companies in Dubai to meet your medical requirements. Top 10 Health Insurance Companies in Dubai 1.

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Griffin Benefits

JULY 5, 2023

Employers of every size continue to struggle with the rising costs of healthcare, which ultimately increases the cost of medical premiums for everyone. One solution means looking inward: transitioning from the fully funded model of healthcare benefits to self-funded health plans featuring stop-loss insurance.

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PeopleKeep

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Deciding whether to enroll in a group health insurance plan through your employer or to purchase your own individual health insurance plan can be a confusing decision to make. Many people assume that individual health insurance is more expensive than group health insurance, but is that really true?

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PeopleKeep

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Many people assume that individual health insurance is more expensive than group health insurance. Note: Individual health insurance is purchased by an individual for themselves or their family, and group health insurance is purchased by an employer for employees.

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PeopleKeep

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

As renewal season comes around each year, employers everywhere brace themselves for what their new group health insurance premiums will look like in the new year—because chances are, they’ll be higher. When group health insurance premiums go up, it gets that much harder to meet the employer contribution requirements.

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PeopleKeep

MARCH 5, 2021

What if we told you that the creation of health insurance was actually an accident? Or that the way we think about health insurance is changing? Here, we’ll cover the history of health insurance in the U.S.,

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PeopleKeep

AUGUST 24, 2022

When you’re sick, injured, or have unexpectedly high medical costs, health insurance acts as an important safety net that keeps you from paying more out-of-pocket than you would without it. The older you get, the more risk you pose to health insurance companies, so your insurance premiums will likely rise as you get older.

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Business Management Daily

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Open enrollment is right around the corner, so this is the perfect time to take a closer look at the health insurance coverage that you are offering to employees and make sure that it includes appropriate coverage for mental health. Are mental health services covered by health insurance?

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PeopleKeep

JUNE 16, 2023

Offering your employees a health benefit is one of the best ways to attract and retain top talent, boost morale , and increase productivity. But health insurance can be expensive, especially for small employers, and the average cost can vary greatly depending on your state.

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PeopleKeep

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Whether you’re exploring cost-effective health plans for your organization or researching health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) for the first time, a common question business owners have is, “How much does health insurance cost per employee?”. We’ll also explain how you can use an HRA to further control your budget.

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PeopleKeep

AUGUST 18, 2021

As the world continues to feel the effects of the global pandemic, health insurance professionals are speculating whether changes in health insurance costs could be coming soon for unvaccinated Americans. With the large majority of COVID-19 deaths and hospitalizations in the U.S.

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PeopleKeep

AUGUST 20, 2021

Health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) are one of the health benefits options that have made it possible for SMBs to successfully contribute to their employees’ healthcare, even on a small business budget. Is a traditional group health plan the next big step for our health benefits plan? Short on time?

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Global People Strategist

JUNE 8, 2022

While Thailand may be popular for its tourism, it has much more to offer, such as the country’s healthcare system for citizens and tourists alike. This blog will give a better understanding of the healthcare programs in the country. Thai Healthcare System. Public health. Private health insurance.

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PeopleKeep

OCTOBER 17, 2021

The rising costs of healthcare aren’t just a problem for individuals—they’ve also impacted businesses that make health benefits a priority for their employees. According to survey data from the Kaiser Family Foundation , 98% of employers feel that the high costs of offering healthcare to their employees is excessive.

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PeopleKeep

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Many small employers who can’t afford to offer formal health benefits decide to give employees a taxable stipend to use toward healthcare. While this option is easy to administer and saves time, the value of these dollars is lessened because a health insurance stipend is considered part of employees’ income—not a separate benefit.

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BerniePortal

OCTOBER 20, 2022

As an HR professional, you know how important healthcare is to your team. And the rising costs of health services and coverage don’t seem to be slowing down. But in 2024, there may be a surprising new player disrupting the health insurance industry—Apple. Read on to find out.

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PeopleKeep

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Many small employers really want to help employees with healthcare, but traditional job-based group health insurance is often not in the cards. Even so, it’s common for these employers to ask, “Can we just give employees money for health insurance?”.

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Griffin Benefits

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

As healthcare costs have risen rapidly in the last decade, employer-sponsored health insurance premiums have followed,1 affecting both organizations and employees. Data analytics is the first step in answering that question, directing employers toward what medical situations can sink a healthcare plan. WANT TO LEARN MORE?

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InterWest Insurance Services

APRIL 27, 2022

Surprise bills and billing errors are driving growing dissatisfaction among Millennials and Gen Zers with their health insurance, a new study has found. Already facing outsized medical cost hits, an increase in billing mistakes and surprise bills is contributing to a dim view of health insurance among Millennials and Gen Zers.

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PeopleKeep

AUGUST 12, 2020

When evaluating a new or existing health insurance program, your organization's contribution strategy is an important consideration. In simple terms, how much will individual employees pitch in for coverage, and what percent of health insurance is paid by the employer?

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PeopleKeep

DECEMBER 6, 2021

At first glance, the terms “group health plan” and “group health insurance” seem the same. Generally speaking, a group health plan is a broad term for all kinds of healthcare coverage, whereas group health insurance is a type of medical insurance policy for employees within a company or organization.

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CorpStrat

JULY 13, 2023

Are you ready for a game-changing healthcare experience that puts affordable, high-quality care within reach? Look no further than VIVITY, the groundbreaking health insurance product brought to you by BlueCross Anthem. Plus, your employees can enjoy high-quality healthcare without breaking the bank.

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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

JULY 5, 2023

The tennis-like game which was played by 3-4 million (mostly older) Americans in the late 2010s, has exploded in popularity to nearly 9 million US players […] The post Health Insurance Caught in a New Pickle appeared first on Word on Benefits.

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