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Spam and Phishing | Pennsylvania Benefits Consultants
Malicious Email A malicious email can look just like it comes from a financial institution, an e-commerce site, a government agency or any other service or business. It often urges you to act quickly, because your account has been compromised, your order cannot be fulfilled or there is another urgent matter to address. If you…
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The ABC’s of Medicare | Pennsylvania Benefits Agency
Trying to figure out Medicare can be one of the most frustrating aspects of retirement. Even the savviest of retirees struggle with figuring out when to enroll and which parts to enroll in – there’s Part A, Part B, Part C, Part D, Medigap plans and so on. And, what in the world is a…
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The Affordability Test for 2022 Health Plans | PA Employee Benefits Agents
The Affordable Care Act’s employer shared responsibility provision — often called the employer mandate or “play or pay” — requires large employers to offer health coverage to their full-time employees or face a potential penalty. (Employers with fewer than 50 full-time and full-time-equivalent employees are exempt.) Large employers can avoid the risk of any play…
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Cyber Security: Think Before You Click | PA Employee Benefits Advisors
If you are concerned about your cyber security – and you should be – it’s essential to know the biggest threats to you right now. So, what is cyber security anyway? And how can you protect yourself? Cyber security is the practice of defending computers, servers, mobile devices, electronic systems, networks, and data from malicious…
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Employer Medicare Part D Notices Are Due Before October 15, 2021 | PA Benefits Team
Are you an employer that offers or provides group health coverage to your workers? Does your health plan cover outpatient prescription drugs — either as a medical claim or through a card system? If so, be sure to distribute your plan’s Medicare Part D notice before October 15. Purpose Medicare began offering “Part D” plans —…
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Life Insurance: Putting a Price on Peace of Mind | Pennsylvania Benefits Partners
Life insurance provides financial protection for your loved ones when you die. Essentially, in exchange for your premium payments, the insurance company will pay a lump sum known as a death benefit to your beneficiaries after your death. While this money can never replace you, it can help your loved one(s) live the kind of life…
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The Great Resignation: How Companies Can Cope With The Mass Exodus | PA Employee Benefits Firm
American companies are at a serious crossroads right now because of an unexpected consequence of COVID-19 known as the “Great Resignation.” CNBC reported earlier this summer that four million people had quit their jobs. This would be shocking under normal circumstances, yet these people quit stable jobs in the middle of a global pandemic. The majority…
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Open Enrollment: Looking Backward to Plan Forward | PA Employee Benefits Group
When the autumn leaves fall and the weather turns cooler, we know it’s time to start thinking of open enrollment. Open enrollment season can be a confusing time. As you begin your research into which plan to choose or even how much to contribute to your Health Savings Account (HSA), consider evaluating how you used…
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Does Enrolling in Medicare Trigger an Offer of COBRA? | PA Benefits Advisors
Enrolling in Medicare does not cause COBRA to start. Under the federal rules, COBRA must be offered to persons enrolled in the employer’s health plan only if they lose coverage because of certain specific events. Termination of employment is an example of a COBRA qualifying event. Becoming eligible for Medicare, or enrolling in Medicare, is not a…
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How to Use Early Open Enrollment for Employee Retention | Pennsylvania Benefits Consultants
Amid the economic panic last year, workers were unwilling to sacrifice job security for a new work environment. Many workers felt it was foolish to re-enter the job market during a shut down. However, in 2021, employers have experienced high turnover rates and experts are now predicting a “turnover tsunami” in voluntary departures and resignations. …
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