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What Employers Should Know About the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
The federal government has enacted a new law that expands existing protections against pregnancy discrimination in the workplace and ensures employees have the right to reasonable accommodations.
More Employers Offering Retiree Health Benefits Are Turning to Medicare Advantage
According to a recent Kaiser Family Foundation study, few employers offer retiree health benefits. Of those who do offer this coverage, an increasing number are turning to Medicare Advantage plans. What does this shift mean for retirees?
ACA Affordability Rates for 2023 Are Announced
The Internal Revenue Service has released inflation-adjustment amounts for 2023 that are used to determine whether employer-sponsored coverage is affordable for purposes of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This represents the lowest affordability threshold since the ACA was implemented in 2014. How will this impact businesses and workers?
New Employee Benefits Survey Ranks Healthcare at the Top
During the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses adapted employee benefits to help protect the physical, mental and economic health of workers and their families. A new national survey shows that employers consider health-related benefits more important to workers than ever before.
Lose Your Group Health Insurance Plan? Here’s How to Find New Coverage.
Have you recently lost your employer-sponsored health insurance coverage? While this situation may seem stressful and overwhelming, these tips can make it easier to select the best coverage options for you and your family.
Misclassification of Workers is a Growing National Concern
The federal government is boosting efforts to end the abusive practice of misclassifying employees as independent contractors, which deprives individuals of important workplace protections and benefits.
Health Care Costs Could Increase for the Unvaccinated
Many employers have encouraged workers to get vaccinated against COVID-19 by offering financial incentives. With the Delta variant driving up infections and hospitalizations throughout the country, some are now considering a monthly paycheck deduction for the unvaccinated.
New Federal Rule Gives Consumers Greater Transparency in Health Care Costs
Under a new Transparency in Coverage final rule, millions of Americans will have access to real-time information on health care costs prior to receiving treatment via an internet based self-service tool. This measure is designed to equip consumers with the information they need to make informed health care decisions and to promote competition in the health care industry.
Going Virtual for Open Enrollment
The coronavirus pandemic has forced many organizations to go virtual with events that have traditionally been held in person, including employee benefits open enrollment. How can you prepare and plan for a successful and virtual open enrollment session this year?
Zenith American Solutions Benefit Talk
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Zenith American Solutions Celebrates 80 Years!
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Unlocking Your Benefits: Consumer-Driven Health Plans Simplified
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Cybersecurity in Benefits Administration: Actively Protecting Client Data