These tips can help provide stability for an uncertain open enrollment during COVID-19.
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The Healthcare Consumerism Boom: One Trend COVID-19 Couldn’t Stop
The pandemic is actually generating something positive: an escalation of healthcare consumerism. At the end of last year, employee benefits consultants were putting the finishing touches on carefully researched “decade in review” presentations. I should know—I was one of those … Read More
Workforce Reductions are Painful; 5 Ways to be Prepared
Workforce reductions have as much impact on culture and productivity as on the bottom line. Here are five ways to ease the pain with careful planning. Even before the COVID-19 outbreak interrupted business around the world, experts were warning of … Read More
Our Take: Responding to the COVID-19 Mental Health Crisis
“Our Take” is Corporate Synergies’ commentary on benefits/insurance news topics. This article discusses the COVID-19 mental health crisis. A recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) paints a sobering picture of the impact of COVID-19 on … Read More
Our Take: What Does the NJ Health Insurance Tax Mean for Employers?
“Our Take” is Corporate Synergies’ commentary on benefits/insurance topics. This article discusses the newly signed New Jersey health insurance tax law. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy recently signed a new law levying a 2.5% health insurance tax on net premiums … Read More
5 Up-and-Coming Specialty Benefits
New specialty benefits startups are a thing and some are stealing the spotlight. Here are 5 options that can take benefits program customization to new heights. These days, the most successful startup businesses combine customization and innovation. From subscription box … Read More
Our Take: 2020’s Biggest Contribution to Work? A Positive Corporate Culture
“Our Take” is Corporate Synergies’ commentary on benefits/insurance news topics. This article discusses how a crisis can seed a positive corporate culture. There’s no shortage of clichés and overused adjectives to describe the ways 2020 is like no other year … Read More
3 Steps to Getting Mental Health Benefits Back On Track
The COVID-19 crisis is heightening stress on employees. More than ever, mental health benefits are a crucial part of a group insurance program. Thanks to decades of awareness initiatives and shifting societal attitudes, seeking mental healthcare is more accepted—and more … Read More
How APIs Help Employee Benefits Technologies Work Together
Know how APIs help enable a highly efficient employee benefits administration process.
3 Tips to Interpreting Your Health Insurance Carrier’s Language
A former carrier underwriter gives 3 handy tips to help you interpret your health insurance carrier’s language.
Self-Funding Details Employers Need to Understand
In employee benefits program planning, keep your eye on self-funding details. The little things count.
Top 5 Benefits Questions You Should Ask Your Broker
Among the 5 top benefits questions to ask an insurance broker: what data are you collecting?
Understanding COVID-19 Leave and Benefits Requirements: 3 Scenarios
Here are COVID-19 leave and benefits requirements explained in 3 simplified examples.
Our Take: Employer Transparency Strengthens Worker Trust During Tough Times
Worry over health, finances and employment uncertainty is stressing out employees. Open communication and employer transparency can ease minds.
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