“The health insurance industry and some public policy makers oppose Proposition 45 and contend the initiative would fundamentally undermine the reforms of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Under the ACA, the state health insurance exchange has the ability to negotiate rates with insurance providers. Opponents also believe that the proposal would allow outside interest groups…
DetailsBestefits presents with Small Business Majority to discuss how Health Care Reform will affect small employers, new options available in the health care marketplace and the services that small employers should be receiving from their broker in the post-Affordable Care Act benefit world. If you missed this event, please contact Bestefits for a presentation that…
DetailsBestefits will attend the Blue Shield conference for updates on Health Care Reform, product changes and premiums for small group and individual/family plans. We will provide pertinent information to clients with Blue Shield products and those interested in Blue Shield products.
DetailsThis webcast will address how the new ‘granmothering’ law will affect your business and your renewal options. Contact us to learn more.
DetailsWebcast by Global Healthcare Resources to provide update on determining employer size and full-time employee status. Contact us to learn more.
DetailsThe jury is still out on the ROI of various wellness program strategies, measurability and time frame of results. Some studies show a reduction in the number and size of claims mainly as a result of disease management programs. While other studies show great protection against shock claims by instituting biometric screening, exercise programs and…
DetailsIt’s hard to say whether Hobby Lobby is becoming more famous or infamous as a result of the recent contraceptive decision. In addition, the political argument has been twisted in many interesting ways in the media. Although some media outlets report that Hobby Lobby will not cover contraception for it’s employees, the methods of contraception…
Details“On June 20, 2014, the Departments of Labor (DOL), Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Treasury released new final regulations on application of the 30-day orientation period under the 90-day waiting period limit, [60 days in California]. The proposed regulations had provided that one month be the maximum allowed length of of any reasonable…
DetailsAs employers continue to look for ways to control the cost of group medical insurance, the topic of spousal coverage is coming up more frequently. Each company views the issue differently and will implement different strategies. Some strategies include: eliminating spousal coverage offering spousal coverage but requiring spouses with access to medical insurance through their…
DetailsThis is information you will need to know for reporting as a large employer under PPACA, also known as Obamacare, ACA and the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.