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COVID & COBRA Administration – Emerging Issues

COVID & COBRA Administration – Emerging Issues

The COVID-19 pandemic is causing headaches for COBRA administrators. In response to the pandemic, COBRA deadlines have been extended. Under a new rule, an Outbreak Period starts on March 1, 2020 and ends 60 days after the announced end of the National Emergency or...
COBRA Insurance Compliance – Why You Can’t Take Chances

COBRA Insurance Compliance – Why You Can’t Take Chances

Some technology is a luxury. Other technology is more of a necessity. If you’re in charge of COBRA processes, your COBRA administration software falls into the latter category. Without the right technology, you’re wasting time and resources. Even worse, you could be...
Are You Ready for an Avalanche of COBRA Claims?

Are You Ready for an Avalanche of COBRA Claims?

Covered employers should know that their workers and their families have the right to elect COBRA continuation coverage after group health coverage ends, but they might not be ready for the flood of COBRA claims that could be coming. Because of a surge in unemployment...
The Health and Benefits News Roundup

The Health and Benefits News Roundup

Between the pandemic and politics, it’s been an eventful year for health and benefits. Here’s what’s happening now. The Employer Health Benefits Survey KFF has released its 2020 Employer Health Benefits Survey. The average annual premiums for employer-sponsored health...
Get Ready for a Challenging Open Enrollment

Get Ready for a Challenging Open Enrollment

Open enrollment is already the busiest time of the year for HR professionals and third-party administrators. This year, the ongoing pandemic may add a few new wrenches into the works. That means it’s time to bring your “A” game and face this year’s benefits...