InterWest Insurance Services

AUGUST 18, 2022

Many group health insurance plan sponsors and administrators have the mistaken belief that the law allows employees enrolling in Section 125 cafeteria plans to change their elections, as long as they do so within 30 days of the plan becoming effective. This is not correct. And this misconception can have serious consequences.

Insurance Carriers 96

Insurance Carriers Taxes Employee Enrollments Health Insurance 96

InterWest Insurance Services

DECEMBER 9, 2021

As we enter 2022, there are a number of changes on the horizon that plan sponsors need to be aware of as they will affect group health plans as well as employees enrolled in those plans. The CAA created a number of new requirements that affect health insurance and coverage. That’s a change from the prior threshold of 250.

Health Insurance 98

Health Insurance Insurance Insurance Carriers Deductible 98

Empuls

AUGUST 28, 2024

As the competition for skilled employees intensifies, businesses are increasingly recognizing that a robust benefits package can be the decisive factor in an employee's decision to join or stay with a company. Conduct surveys or focus groups to gather feedback on what your workforce values most.

Benefit Providers 40

Benefit Providers Employee Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan 40

Total Employee Benefits

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Beginning December 27, 2021, as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, covered service providers – insurance providers, benefits brokers, agents, and consultants – are required to disclose any compensation they expect to receive over $1,000. What does that mean for you as an employer?

Insurance Carriers 52

Insurance Carriers Health and Welfare Insurance Employee Enrollments 52