Every employer would love to pay Medicare premiums in lieu of having older employees on their group plans, but can they? It’s our Question of the Month.
COBRA: A game of Clue. The who, when and what of Qualifying Events
What happens when a termination date or loss of coverage isn’t a COBRA Qualifying Event? Gina unravels this mysterious set of circumstances.
Question of the Month: Are SAD Treatments FSA/HSA eligible?
With winter approaching, one wonders, are treatments for Seasonal Affective Disorder reimbursable expenses in FSAs and HSAs?
Balancing Benefits and Flexibility: Lifestyle Spending Accounts
Looking for a way to provide a benefit that you can tailor to your budget AND employees’ needs? Check out an LSA – it’s the ultimate in benefit flexibility.
ICHRA affordability: When an employee (or employer) should just say no to employer contributions.
ICHRAs can be a great tool for employers looking to provide healthcare benefits, but it’s important to make sure they are affordable for both the employer and the employees.
Question of the month: Are OTC hearing aids an eligible expense?
In fall 2022 many hearing aids will be available without a prescription, but will they be FSA/HSA eligible? Gina explains.
Question of the month: Are my medical travel expenses FSA eligible?
If you can’t find a doctor locally, are your expenses to travel for a procedure eligible for FSA reimbursement? Gina has the answers.
Weighing the pros & cons of going all in with SBA on COBRA
Is it worth splitting off COBRA administration to a client’s medical plan trust administrator? You be the judge. We take a look at what that scenario would mean to the client and their participants.
Question of the month: What children’s products are FSA eligible?
Tired parents rejoice! Gina shares what children’s products are FSA eligible.
Dependent dependencies – when must a child fly the coop from their parents’ benefit plans?
When is your child no longer a dependent when it comes to your medical plan, FSA or HSA? We spell it out.