What is reference-based pricing (RBP)?
What is reference-based pricing (RBP)?

What is reference-based pricing (RBP)?

If you're seeking a budget-friendly approach to providing health benefits, you might find fully-insured plans less than appealing. They're expensive and don't o …

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What is actuarial value?
What is actuarial value?

What is actuarial value?

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires health insurance plans on the individual and small group markets to meet certain coverage levels. Each level of coverage …

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Health insurance for employees in multiple states
Health insurance for employees in multiple states

Health insurance for employees in multiple states

Today, employers have access to tools that enable them to hire a remote workforce from all over the U.S. The ability to hire employees from multiple states is g …

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Why do employers offer health insurance?

Why do employers offer health insurance?

Health insurance is one of the most sought-after employee benefits. But you may not know why employers started providing it. Employer-sponsored insurance became …

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What is minimum essential coverage (MEC)?
What is minimum essential coverage (MEC)?

What is minimum essential coverage (MEC)?

Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), minimum essential coverage (MEC) is any health insurance coverage that meets the individual shared responsibility requireme …

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What is a stop-loss insurance laser?
What is a stop-loss insurance laser?

What is a stop-loss insurance laser?

Many employers who offer a group health plan self-fund their policy in an effort to increase flexibility and reduce costs. Because self-funding can be financial …

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Health insurance options for independent law firms
Health insurance options for independent law firms

Health insurance options for independent law firms

The decision to offer health benefits can make a world of difference in your practice. It can boost employee morale, enhance workplace culture, and improve your …

January 29, 2025 at 10:12 AM 5 min read
2025 federal poverty guidelines
2025 federal poverty guidelines

2025 federal poverty guidelines

The federal government releases an updated federal poverty guidelines chart every January. Knowing if your household income falls below the federal poverty leve …

January 23, 2025 at 4:40 PM 8 min read
HRAs and healthcare ministry sharing programs
HRAs and healthcare ministry sharing programs

HRAs and healthcare ministry sharing programs

Soaring health insurance expenses have led both employers and individuals to search for more cost-effective coverage options. Employers might consider implement …

January 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM 5 min read

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