Camden, New Jersey, May 10, 2022—Corporate Synergies is announcing BENESCAPE 2022: HR and Finance Conference that will take place on June 9, 2022. The full-day event features subject matter experts sharing their health & welfare benefits knowledge through the convenience … Read More
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NEWLY RELEASED: The Current Insurance Report 2022, Issue 1! Now a triannual publication, you’ll get actionable employee benefits trends & strategies even quicker!
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A Swifter Current: Introducing The Current Insurance Report, Issue 1
Welcome to our new The Current Insurance Report. For its tenth year, The Current has switched to a more focused and frequent publication schedule. It offers the same powerful business solutions to human resources and finance professionals, and by making … Read More
Boost your EAP with Voluntary Benefits
Even before the start of the COVID-19 pandemic last year, mental health and holistic wellness were some of the hottest topics in benefits. After all, they seem like no-brainers: Happier, less stressed employees are more productive, require less sick time … Read More
Rethinking the EAP Value Assessment
An EAP’s value is not always apparent, but when properly selected, communicated and administered, they are one of the most cost-effective benefits. Though emergency services aren’t at the center of every employee’s benefits experience, employee assistance programs (EAPs) are a … Read More
Our Take: Participants Will Need Help Navigating OTC COVID-19 Test Coverage
Employers must review carefully and communicate OTC COVID-19 test coverage details to participants, especially if they offer plans from multiple carriers. Effective January 15, 2022, group health plans and health insurers must cover over-the-counter (OTC) COVID-19 tests without any cost-sharing … Read More
Our Take: HDHPs Promote Cost-Conscious Behavior, Survey Shows
A new survey shows that HDHPs are another tool employers can use to promote cost-conscious behavior for plan participants. As healthcare costs continue to rise for employers and plan participants, healthcare consumerism and benefits literacy education remain an important tool … Read More
3 Steps to Choosing the Right EAP for your Organization
EAPs provide employees with essential support—and make your organization more attractive. Here’s how to choose the right EAP for your group. An employee assistance program (EAP) is an important part of your employee benefits package, but choosing the right EAP … Read More
Long-Term Benefits Plans Safeguard Companies from Turbulent Times
The value of a long-term benefits plan isn’t just the plan itself but what it reveals about an organization’s goals, priorities and resources. As Warren Buffet said, “Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a … Read More
How Regulatory Change and Voluntary Benefits will Bridge the Child Care Gap
With regulatory changes still a ways away, voluntary benefits can help address the child care gap and keep working parents in the workforce. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic increased the pressure on working parents by forcing families to share at-home … Read More
The Secret to Attract Seasonal Talent
Corporate Synergies discusses the value of using voluntary benefits to attract high-quality seasonal retail workers.
Vaccine Incentives and Other Fall 2021 Compliance Impacts
Expect fall 2021 compliance impacts in the areas of benefits strategy, workplace policy, and vaccine incentives. Recent pandemic-related developments, including those before the Biden Administration’s announcement of a federal vaccination mandate for private sector employers, have had (and will continue … Read More
4 Tips for Managing Open Enrollment During Disruptions
Flexibility and communication can help employers and employees avoid issues when conducting open enrollment during disruptions, like COVID-19. Managing all the moving parts of open enrollment is a complex process at the best of times. Rely on your trusted partners … Read More
3 Questions You Must Ask Before Signing Your First Stop-Loss Insurance Contract
Stop-loss insurance contracts offer important protection for self-funded employers—but employers must ensure they’re providing the right coverage. Responsibly transitioning to self-funded health insurance can provide cash flow flexibility for some employers—and they are taking the plunge. In 2018, 38.7% of … Read More
Dollars, Data & Design: Self-funding Benefits
Your organization may be able to harness more self-funding benefits than you realize. If an employer hasn’t incorporated a self-funded feasibility analysis into their strategy this year, they may be missing the boat. If your organization wants to be proactive … Read More
Our Take: National Nonprofit Day Recognizes Orgs’ Unique Needs
National Nonprofit Day reflects the history of tax-exempt organizations, but many are now worried about their future. The pandemic impacted all organizations, but it especially exacerbated existing issues concerning many nonprofit organizations. Many are now trying to maintain their mission … Read More