BENEFITS BASICS


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April 14, 2026
When employers shop for health coverage, the conversation almost always begins with the same question: which network? The assumption embedded in that question is significant. It treats the network as the foundation of the benefits strategy—the starting point from which everything else is built. That assumption is worth examining.
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March 31, 2026
When discounts are calculated from inflated list prices, they can create the illusion of savings without addressing the underlying cost of care. Understanding how these pricing mechanics work is an important first step for employers trying to manage healthcare spending more effectively.
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January 28, 2026
Small businesses don’t have to accept rising premiums as the cost of offering benefits. Health insurance alternatives are giving employers a smarter, more sustainable way to support their teams.
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January 14, 2026
Over 32 million people will benefit from HSA-compatible telemedicine under the new OBBBA law. Here’s why this change matters—and how it reshapes access to care.
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December 9, 2025
Benefits are getting more expensive, and traditional models are cracking under the pressure. In 2026, businesses will need smarter, more flexible ways to care for their teams.
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September 18, 2025
Designing a comprehensive benefits plan can feel overwhelming. A strong plan simply answers one question: How can we best support our employees’ health while protecting the business?
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September 2, 2025
Telemedicine is no longer an emerging trend; it's a fundamental part of modern healthcare. As virtual care technology evolves, patients, providers, and employers are seeing the advantages of remote healthcare access.
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August 20, 2025
If you’re an Applicable Large Employer, ACA rules can feel like a foreign language. Evolving regulations, complex forms, and steep penalties make it easy to feel overwhelmed.
July 16, 2025
Most employees have access to preventive care—but far fewer actually use it. The solution? Making preventive healthcare not just available, but a benefit that employees feel empowered to use.
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October 2, 2024
When your business meets the criteria for applicable large employers, you’ll find yourself in a whole new world of compliance considerations. From reporting requirements to potential tax penalties, ALE status can have a big impact on the day-to-day operations of your company. 
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