Employee Benefits
Educating Employees about Benefits
Employers are responsible for educating their employees about the health coverage options they offer. Employees have the right to receive clearly presented health and benefit information and assistance reading health materials, if needed. More specifically, employers are responsible for informing employees of: What benefits are covered in the offered health plan(s) Cost-sharing requirements and arrangements…
Read MoreBenefitsPro Q & A Featuring Al
Earlier this month, the editor in chief of Benefits Pro sat down with Al for a candid interview. Al talks about how he got started in the insurance business, and how things have changed along the way. He discusses his philosophy and strengths, some of the opportunities he sees coming along and why he enjoys…
Read MoreEmployee Quits Reach Record High in March, According to Labor Report
Employee quits in March rose in the Southern United States but generally remained steady across industries and regions. The number of job openings in the United States slightly increased to roughly 11.5 million open positions.
Read MoreBenefits & You
Tips for Choosing the Right Primary Care Physician The doctor-patient relationship is critical because you want someone you can trust and talk openly with. A primary care physician (PCP) is generally responsible for advising and educating you about your health care decisions and examining and treating you. Consider these tips for choosing your PCP: Choose…
Read MoreAlleviating Seasonal Allergies
More than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies every year. In particular, springtime allergies are an annual nuisance for many people. As plants begin to bloom and neighbors start to cut their grass more frequently, allergy sufferers nationwide start sniffling and sneezing. What’s more, mold growth blooms both indoors and outdoors, making it almost impossible to escape allergy triggers.
Read MoreGetting a better night’s sleep
The CDC estimates that more than one-third of American adults are not getting enough sleep. A lack of sleep can lead to fatigue, often resulting in reduced productivity at work or unsafe driving conditions. In addition, a CDC study linked chronic lack of sleep to health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and depression. Here…
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