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Need a Better Check Collection Process? Try Lockbox.

Need a Better Check Collection Process? Try Lockbox.

Employers and third-party administrators have something important in common: They’re always looking for ways to operate more efficiently. One function that is particularly time-intensive is the receipt of premium checks. Every time a check comes in, someone in your...
How to Administer COBRA for the Age 26 Rule

How to Administer COBRA for the Age 26 Rule

Do your COBRA policies address the rights of your employees’ children? Under the Affordable Care Act, children are allowed to stay on their parent’s health plan until they turn 26. This is true regardless of the child’s marital status, and it applies to...
COBRA and FMLA: What Administrators Need to Know

COBRA and FMLA: What Administrators Need to Know

Q: If your employee takes time off under the Family Medical Leave Act and wants to maintain health coverage while he or she is out, what is the best way to accommodate this request? A: There’s more than one correct answer – but COBRA isn’t one of them. COBRA...
The State of Retiree Health Benefits

The State of Retiree Health Benefits

Today’s retirees face massive health care costs. Research from Fidelity found that a 65-year-old couple retiring now can expect to spend an average of $280,000 on health care costs. At a time when many people’s retirement savings are falling short, this news may come...
Eight Employee Benefit Trends to Watch in 2019

Eight Employee Benefit Trends to Watch in 2019

As we start 2019, a low unemployment rate means that employers are competing for top talent, and benefits are more important than ever. As a TPA, how can you help clients stay competitive? As an employer, how can you stand out? Below are eight trends to keep top of...