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API Integration

Callie Horner | December 19, 2024

In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses rely on multiple software systems to handle everything from payroll to customer relationships. The...

How the IRA Impacts Employer-Sponsored Health Plans

Germeen Tanas | December 10, 2024

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has made headlines for lowering prescription drug prices and introducing new Medicare benefits. But, for employers...

What Happens If an Insurance Bill Is Inaccurate?

Germeen Tanas | November 8, 2024

Inaccurate insurance bills are more common than you might think, and they can lead to significant headaches if they aren’t managed properly. So, what...

Health Care Costs Due to Rise in 2025

Katie Shpak | October 23, 2024

As we approach 2025, the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, presenting both challenges and opportunities for benefits brokers. With projected...

The Risks of AI Health Advice: What Benefits Brokers Need to Know

Germeen Tanas | October 3, 2024

Despite the convenience and benefits of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) for health advice, there are significant risks that health information...

Preparing for an Aging Workforce: The Shift in Retirement Age and Benefits

Katie Shpak | September 24, 2024

The Shift in Retirement Expectations The concept of retirement is changing dramatically. Traditionally, age 65 was seen as the benchmark for...

Mental Health Inequities to Drive $477.5 Billion in Preventable Costs in 2024

Germeen Tanas | September 10, 2024

According to a study conducted by Deloitte, The U.S. will spend an estimated $477.5 billion in “avoidable and unnecessary” expenses related to mental...

What to Know About PEOs

Mary Chauvin | August 15, 2024

We all know the big legacy payroll companies. There’s ADP, Paychex, Gusto, and so many more. These aren’t just payroll companies; they are also what...

Virtual vs. In-Person Medical Care: Who Cares?

Germeen Tanas | August 14, 2024

In the evolving healthcare landscape, benefits brokers are uniquely positioned to guide clients through the increasingly complex options available to...