InterWest Insurance Services

JULY 13, 2023

Employers said they are looking to manage growing group benefit costs without shifting costs to employees, as they realize that their staff are likely dealing with inflation in all facets of their lives, including their medical bills, according to Mercer’s “Survey on Health and Benefit Strategies for 2024.”

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Best Money Moves

JULY 8, 2020

HR trends forecast the most desired employee benefits for 2021 like financial wellness programs and flexible work arrangements. It’s time for employers to start planning their employee benefits packages for 2021. Nearly 60 percent said they wouldn’t have been able to afford the cost of care otherwise. 4 Paid Time Off.

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Business Management Daily

APRIL 29, 2024

HMO plans often have lower premiums and out-of-pocket costs compared to other plans. Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) : Employees can visit any doctor or specialist without a referral, both in and out of the plan’s network. PPO plans usually have higher premiums and out-of-pocket costs compared to HMO plans.

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Higginbotham

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Cost Sharing in Insurance Although insurance companies take responsibility for many of the costs that arise, policyholders are also responsible for some out-of-pocket costs on top of the premium. This is called cost sharing, and it’s common in many types of insurance. What about the out-of-pocket maximum?

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Genesis HR Solutions

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

Using untaxed dollars in an HSA to pay for deductibles, copayments, coinsurance, and some other expenses can lower overall health care costs. An HSA can be used only if employees have a qualified High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). Documenting employee benefit elections. Making sure payroll deductions are correct.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Managing cost increases can be challenging, but the underlying health plan will often be the key to reducing your costs. Position your benefits plans and the opportunities, so employees pay for their increasing out-of-pocket costs. The best way to start is by looking at your company’s benefits package.

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Higginbotham

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

To contribute to an HSA, you must enroll in a high-deductible health plan. If you have a high-deductible health plan, you must pay the deductible out-of-pocket before the plan starts covering its share of care costs – although the plan may cover certain preventative care costs before you meet the deductible.

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Business Management Daily

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Open enrollment is underway for many companies right now and one benefits offering that may be on the menu this year is an FSA. Employers are constantly looking for ways to remain competitive in their benefits offerings, and an FSA is a great add-on to your benefits package. Wherever you fall, we have answers for you.

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Higginbotham

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Different health plan types come with both advantages and disadvantages, including differences in cost, risk and employee involvement/education. Health insurance is a key element of any employee benefits package, but small business owners should consider offering other benefits as well. Life insurance is a popular choice.

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Benefit Resource Inc.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

HSAs enable employees to save pre-tax dollars for qualified medical expenses, including deductibles, copayments, and other out-of-pocket costs. This triple tax benefit not only stretches employees’ healthcare dollars further but also serves as a valuable financial planning tool.

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Higginbotham

JULY 12, 2022

Even with health insurance, dental insurance and vision insurance, employees tend to end up with some out-of-pocket costs that aren’t covered by their various plans. A benefit reimbursement plan offers a way to cover these costs. They have to pay a deductible. Learn more about our employee benefits services.

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Insperity

AUGUST 10, 2011

Consider monthly premiums and out-of-pocket co-pays and deductibles. . As a standard rule of thumb, plans with lower monthly premiums will have higher deductibles. With most managed care plans, employees are responsible for some out-of-pocket costs when it comes to seeing a doctor and paying for prescriptions.

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Higginbotham

JANUARY 27, 2023

Although it may seem easier to boost wages and forget about employee benefits, due to potential tax breaks, offering health insurance can be a financially sound strategy. A benefits package can also boost your company’s bottom line by supporting a healthy workforce. HSAs are used in conjunction with high-deductible health plans.

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Higginbotham

MARCH 28, 2023

For example, 54 percent are confused about deductibles, and 48 percent don’t know what a copay is. Key concepts employees should understand include deductibles, copays, out-of-pocket maximums and premiums. Encourage employees to use their benefits. Employees often have no out-of-pocket costs for preventative care.

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InterWest Insurance Services

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

With answers and feedback in hand you can create a benefits package that is more appealing to them, which in turn gives you a competitive edge when attracting and retaining workers. Engage employees and solicit feedback through quarterly employee-benefits round table meetings. Get an early start If your plan year starts Jan.

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