From Planning to Post-Game: Your Complete Open Enrollment Checklist
A successful open enrollment starts long before the first form is signed. By reviewing and tailoring your benefits now, you can create a rewarding experience that truly enhances your employees' overall health and financial security. Here are several key steps to help...
ACA “Pay or Play” Penalties Increase for 2027
On May 4, 2026, the IRS announced updated penalty amounts for 2027 under the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) employer shared responsibility, or “pay-or-play,” rules. For the 2027 calendar year, the $2,000 penalty has been adjusted to $3,780, and the $3,000 penalty has...
Wellness Works: Summer 2026
5 Essentials for Your Best Summer Yet Summer is the season of opportunity—a chance to reset your habits, soak up the sun safely, and prioritize the mental downtime we often skip during the winter hustle. Use these strategies to maximize your well-being while making...
The Digital Diagnosis: Navigating the Risks and Rewards of Health AI
In the modern age of instant information, the way we seek medical advice is shifting. According to a recent poll by KFF, one in three U.S. adults now uses artificial intelligence to look up health information. While these tools offer unparalleled convenience, they are...
Fertility Benefits: A Growing Investment in Employee Well-Being and Retention
Work and family are two of the most important parts of an employee’s life. But starting or growing a family doesn’t always happen easily. According to the World Health Organization, about one in six people experience fertility challenges, making the path to parenthood...
The Health Insurance Translator: Making Sense of Your Coverage
Navigating the healthcare system can often feel like trying to read a map in a language you don’t speak. Between the "alphabet soup" of acronyms—HMO, PPO, HSA—and the shifting rules of 2026 coverage, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed before you even step foot in a...
Warning Signs and Symptoms of a Mental Health Condition
Trying to tell the difference between what expected behaviors are and what might be the signs of a mental illness isn’t always easy. There’s no easy test that can let someone know if there is mental illness or if actions and thoughts might be typical behaviors of a...
How Employers Can Avoid Common HSA Mistakes
High Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs) paired with Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) remain a cornerstone of modern benefits strategy. When executed correctly, they offer a powerful "triple tax advantage" for employees and lower premiums for employers. However, the federal...