by Sarah Dwyer | Aug 7, 2025 | Employee Benefits
To prepare for open enrollment, employers that sponsor health plans should be aware of compliance changes affecting the design and administration of their plans for plan years beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2026. These changes include limits adjusted for inflation each...
by Sarah Dwyer | Aug 5, 2025 | Commercial Insurance
Choosing the right health benefits for your team is one of the most important decisions you make as a business owner. Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs) have emerged as a flexible, cost-effective alternative to traditional group health insurance plans, giving...
by Eric Straus | Sep 6, 2024 | Commercial Insurance, Employee Benefits
The New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) recently approved health insurance rate increases for 2025. The rate increase will be about 12.7 percent for individual plans and 8.4 percent for small group plans. The increase is also dependent on the...
by Trevor Sparks | Mar 19, 2024 | Employee Benefits
Employers sponsoring group health plans have some flexibility when deciding which groups of employees and dependents will be eligible for coverage. However, there are several crucial eligibility requirements employers should adhere to for health coverage. These rules...
by Eric Straus | Jan 24, 2024 | Employee Benefits
Attracting and retaining employees has challenged employers since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2024, the labor market is expected to cool slightly; however, competition for talent will remain. As such, employers must remain agile and adapt to developing...
