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Transparency Rules Require Plan Sponsors to Act Now Before July 1 Deadline | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory

May 4, 2022

The Departments of Health and Human Services, Labor, and Treasury (the Departments) released Transparency in Coverage (TiC) rules in late 2020 that will require fully insured and self-funded plan sponsors of non-grandfathered group health plans to make important disclosures about in-network and out-of-network rates beginning July 1, 2022. To be ready to meet that deadline, … Continued

Final Rule on Short-Term, Limited-Duration Insurance | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

September 16, 2018

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On August 3, 2018, the Internal Revenue Service, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Department of Labor (collectively, the Departments) published a final rule that amends the definition of short-term, limited-duration insurance. HHS also released a fact sheet on the final rule. According to the Departments, the final rule will provide consumers with … Continued

Managing Employees in the Gig Economy | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

September 5, 2018

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Understandably, some employers (and employees) have mixed feelings about the gig economy. While many enjoy the freedom gained and overhead saved, others miss office camaraderie and routine. No matter your position, research shows that the trend isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. By 2021, 9.2 million Americans will work on-demand jobs, and so employers need to … Continued

6 Reasons Self-Funded Plans Are Gaining Popularity | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

August 23, 2018

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Since the ACA was enacted eight years ago, many employers are re-examining employee benefits in an effort to manage costs, navigate changing regulations, and expand their plan options. Self-funded plans are one way that’s happening. In 2017, the UBA Health Plan survey revealed that self-funded plans have increased by 12.8% in the past year overall, … Continued

Benefits of Health Insurance | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

August 9, 2018

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At what age did you realize the value of having health insurance? Most likely, it wasn’t until you got your first full-time job and you were offered healthcare benefits for the first time. Or maybe your parents talked to you about importance of health insurance and how it works while you were growing up. Either … Continued

Disability Income Protection is an Employee Benefits Rising Star | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

July 6, 2018

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According to recent studies disability income is a rising star in the employee benefits market. This is due to a variety of factors. Most poignantly insurance company attempts to court and educate employee benefit advisers about the product, historically low national unemployment and financial impact of the recent tax reforms. In discussions with successful financial … Continued

Opioids | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

June 21, 2018

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Lately, there’s been a big focus on America’s opioid addiction in the news. Whether it’s news on the abuse of the drug or it’s information sharing on how the drug works, Americans are talking about this subject regularly. We want to help educate you on this hot topic. Check out this short video to learn … Continued

Tips to a Successful Annual Exam | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

June 1, 2018

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Becoming a well-informed patient who follows through on going to their annual exam as well as follows the advice given to them from their physician after asking good questions, will not only save your budget, but it can save your life! Check out this short video to learn more!

IRS Issues Updated Employers Tax Guide to Fringe Benefits | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

May 24, 2018

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Recently the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued its 2018 Publication 15-B, which informs employers about employment tax treatment of fringe benefits. Updates include: the suspension of qualified bicycle commuting reimbursements from an employee’s income for any tax year after December 31, 2017 and before January 1, 2026; the suspension of the exclusion for qualified moving expense … Continued

Disability Insurance and why you need it! | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

April 18, 2018

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“Your most valued asset isn’t your house, car, or retirement account. It’s the ability to make a living.” No one foresees needing disability benefits. But, should a problem arise, the educated and informed employee can plan for the future by purchasing disability insurance to help cover expenses when needed. When you ask people what … Continued

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Transparency Rules Require Plan Sponsors to Act Now Before July 1 Deadline | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory

Final Rule on Short-Term, Limited-Duration Insurance | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

Managing Employees in the Gig Economy | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

6 Reasons Self-Funded Plans Are Gaining Popularity | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

Benefits of Health Insurance | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

Disability Income Protection is an Employee Benefits Rising Star | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

Opioids | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

Tips to a Successful Annual Exam | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

IRS Issues Updated Employers Tax Guide to Fringe Benefits | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

Disability Insurance and why you need it! | JRW Associates, Inc., a Raleigh Benefit Advisory Firm

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