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Navigating Employee Benefits: A Glossary | PA Employee Benefits Consultants
Employee benefits can be a complex landscape, filled with acronyms and unfamiliar terms. In fact, more than 50% of American adults report that they don’t have a clear understanding of their health insurance. Many people are confused because they reach adulthood without ever learning the basics of health insurance terminology. Illiteracy about health insurance is…
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Bridging the Generational Divide: Leveraging Technology for Effective Communication | PA Employee Group
In today’s diverse workplaces, effective communication across generations is essential for fostering collaboration, productivity, and a positive work environment. Understanding the unique communication preferences of each generation can help bridge the gap and create a more inclusive and harmonious workplace. Technology can play a crucial role in bridging the generational gap and facilitating seamless communication.…
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Small Business Insights: How to Avoid Insurance Gaps | Pennsylvania Benefits Agency
How to Avoid Insurance Gaps Small businesses in all industries face numerous risks that can lead to significant financial losses. To mitigate these exposures, businesses secure insurance. Many considerations go into building an insurance portfolio; business leaders must be mindful of policy specifics, such as limits and exclusions. Failure to adequately address a business’s insurance…
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Benefits Breakdown October 2024 | PA Employee Benefits Consultants
Employers Project 8% Increase in Health Care Costs in 2025 A recent survey of employers by the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP) revealed that U.S. employers estimate a median 8% increase in health care costs for 2025. Catastrophic health claims and rising specialty prescription drug prices are driving the projected increase. According to…
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Benefits 101: What Is a FSA? | Pennsylvania Benefits Team
When it comes to health insurance, there is a lot of jargon and plenty of acronyms. Many people have heard of FSAs, but may not actually know — what is a flexible spending account, exactly? If you have an employer-sponsored health plan, a flexible spending account (FSA) is often available as part of the benefits…
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Cyber Liability: The Value of Cyber Insurance | PA Benefits Consultants
As cyberattacks become more frequent and costly, it’s crucial for organizations to maximize their financial protection against related losses by purchasing sufficient insurance. Cyber coverage, also known as cyber liability insurance, can help organizations pay for a range of expenses that may result from cyber incidents—including (but not limited to) data breaches, ransomware attacks and…
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Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) Rebates: A Timely Reminder | Pennsylvania Benefits Partners
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) introduced the Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) to ensure that health insurance companies spend a significant portion of premiums on medical care and quality improvement activities rather than administrative costs and profits. When insurers fail to meet the MLR threshold, they are required to issue rebates to plan sponsors. Understanding MLR…
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Open Enrollment: Your Annual Check-Up for Benefits | PA Benefits Advisors
Navigating health insurance can feel like planning a vacation. You wouldn’t pack for a beach trip if you’re headed to the mountains, right? Similarly, choosing a health plan requires careful consideration. Open enrollment is your chance to design a plan tailored to you; it is your yearly opportunity to review and adjust your employee benefits…
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The Value of Commercial Umbrella Insurance | Pennsylvania Benefits Team
In today’s increasingly litigious environment, lawsuits stemming from liability incidents have surged in frequency and severity, leaving many organizations with substantial losses. Due to the complex nature of these losses, they could potentially surpass organizations’ primary liability coverage limits, which refer to the maximum amount that an insurer will pay toward a claim. In these…
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Empowering Gen Z: Building a Competitive Benefits Package | PA Employee Benefits Advisors
Get ready for a new wave of talent! Gen Z (born between 1997 and 2012), or Zoomers, is the youngest generation entering the workforce, and they’re bringing fresh perspectives and priorities. Unlike previous generations, Gen Z isn’t just punching a clock. They crave opportunities for personal and professional growth, a workplace that prioritizes mental well-being,…
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