by Jeff Bastien | May 30, 2019 | Employee Benefits, Health Care, Human Resources
The word “Praxis” is talked about regularly in personal development arenas. It refers to an integration of belief with a change in behavior. In other words, if you truly believe in something, you must willingly change your behavior to achieve the results you desire....
by John Foley | Mar 10, 2017 | Employee Benefits, General, Health Care, Human Resources, Uncategorized
With healthcare costs rising to a nearly unmanageable degree, many companies are looking for innovative ways to manage resources effectively and efficiently. Wellness programs – either through your company or on your own — are a great way to stay healthy, keep active...
by John Turco | Jan 26, 2017 | ACA, Affordable Care Act, Employee Benefits, General, Health Care, Human Resources, Uncategorized
President Trump moved swiftly after taking office on Friday, issuing an Executive Order intended to minimize the economic and regulatory burdens of the Affordable Care Act (“ACA”). The order is somewhat symbolic and has no immediate effect on employers, many of whom...
by Allison McEachern | Nov 21, 2016 | ACA, Employee Benefits, Health Care, Uncategorized
IRS Provides a 30-Day Extension for Furnishing Forms 1095 and Extends Good Faith Transition Relief The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released Notice 2016-70, which extends the deadline for furnishing Forms 1095-B and 1095-C to individuals from January 31, 2017 to...
by Michael Robinson | Nov 18, 2016 | Auto Insurance, Business Insurance, Employee Benefits, General, Health Care, Human Resources, Risk Management, Small Business Insurance, Uncategorized, Workers Comp
In what was already a historic election year, it was made even more memorable with legislation regarding marijuana being on the ballot in nine states. Of the nine states that voted on marijuana initiatives, eight passed including Massachusetts, Maine, California and...
by Allison McEachern | Sep 21, 2016 | ACA, Affordable Care Act, Employee Benefits, General, Health Care, Human Resources, Uncategorized
In preparation for the Medicare fall open enrollment period , employers sponsoring group health plans that include prescription drug coverage are required to notify all Medicare-eligible individuals whether such coverage is creditable. Creditable coverage means that...
