Category: Health Plans & Coverage

2026 California Labor Law Update: Preparing for a Year of Change

As 2026 approaches, California employers are preparing for one of the most comprehensive rounds of employment law changes in recent years. From wage adjustments to new reporting mandates, these updates touch nearly…

Workplace Wellness Trends to Watch in 2026

The Rise of Wellness in the Workplace Global interest in health and wellness is soaring. Searches for topics like seasonal depression, meditation, yoga, and oral health have increased dramatically year over year….

Key 2026 Amounts for HSAs and FSAs

Key 2026 Amounts for HSAs and FSAs

The IRS has released its 2026 inflation-adjusted amounts for health savings accounts (HSAs), and industry experts have projected the limits for 2026 flexible spending accounts (FSAs). Health savings accounts The Internal Revenue…

New Indexed Benefit and Cost-of Living Adjustments for 2025

New Indexed Benefit and Cost-of Living Adjustments for 2025

The Departments of Treasury, Health and Human Services, and Labor have published updated indexed benefit and cost-of-living adjustments impacting employee benefit plans. This article offers a high-level overview of the affected…

Learn More About Required Plan Disclosures

Learn More About Required Plan Disclosures

Learn More About Required Plan Disclosures   In 1974, Congress passed the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). ERISA set thresholds for employers sponsoring group plans (plan sponsors) to protect participating employees and…

PCORI Fee Due July 31

When The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) fee is due annually by July 31. Use the second-quarter Form 720 to make your payment. (Note: Although Form 720 is a quarterly form, you only have…

Employers Emphasizing Comprehensive Virtual Care

More organizations are seeking providers with whole-person telehealth offerings. Learn how this trend can impact health care costs, vendor management and employee access.

Virtual health care continues to demonstrate its value to employees, employers and providers. In turn, organizations are increasing their telehealth investments. But as virtual care benefits grow, so can the number…

Optimize Telemedicine Offerings Based on Employee Usage

Telehealth usage continues to grow across employee demographics. A survey from the investment firm Rock Health found 80% of respondents have used telemedicine at least once. The increasing popularity of telemedicine is…