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Transparency Rules Deadline Approaching for Employers to Conform by July 1

Griffin Benefits

Other employers, especially those who are self-funded, are conforming to this rule by accessing and posting links on their websites, which are being provided by insurance carriers or third-party administrators (TPAs) who are hosting these rates and historical payments on their own websites.

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What Is an Employee Benefits Consultant and What Do They Do?

Fringe Benefit Analysts

That is why many businesses rely on independent employee benefits consultants to guide them through the process of choosing competitive benefit packages that are cost-effective for all concerned. Once a plan is selected, a benefits consultant dispenses the chosen packages and manages the benefits going forward.

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Future-ready HR: The versatility of full-service PEO partnerships

Insperity

They consult with client companies on a regular, ongoing and proactive basis. An example of this is a client company discovering that they’ve been continuing to pay for medical insurance for a terminated employee. You have many options for outsourcing your company’s human resources (HR) function.

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The Value of Modified Duty Programs – Ask #HR Bartender

HR Bartender

a national workers’ compensation and human resources consulting company. Please remember that her comments should not be construed as legal advice or professional consulting. If you have detailed questions, you should address them directly with your labor attorney or professional services consultant.

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Most Employees Spend Little Time Choosing Their Health Plan

InterWest Insurance Services

Employee benefits online portal: 41% HDHP, 29% traditional plan Online research: 23% HDHP, 32% traditional plan.

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3 Proven Ways to Reduce Your Workers’ Compensation Costs

Insperity

Consider using: A third-party consultant – Independent workplace safety consultants typically charge $100/hour. Your workers’ compensation insurance carrier – Many carriers provide fee-inclusive safety consultation services to their customers.

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Narrow Networks, Tiered Plans May Reduce Costs

InterWest Insurance Services

Insurance carriers have been trying out new approaches to controlling costs, while improving health outcomes for their plan enrollees. A referral management system aims to facilitate good communication between the consultant, specialist, health care provider and the patient. Other cost-saving measures.