Dental Insurance and Preexisting Conditions | Chicago Benefits Broker

By Barb Nefer www.livestrong.com Insurance is designed to offset major expenses in various life areas. For example, a homeowner’s policy covers damage to your house, while car insurance pays for repairs after an auto accident. Medical policies do not cover dental work, but you can get dedicated dental insurance. Dental policies vary, and many limit … Continued

In Focus: Digital Eye Strain and Vision Benefits

Eighty-one percent of employees have elected vision benefits in 2016, up from 78 percent last year, according to Transitions.

In Focus: Digital Eye Strain and Vision Benefits

Eighty-one percent of employees have elected vision benefits in 2016, up from 78 percent last year, according to Transitions.

When It Comes to Employees’ Financial Wellness, Face Time Matters | Benefits Specialist Chicago

By Geoff Mukhtar Communications Manager at United Benefit Advisors Many employers have done an excellent job of integrating financial wellness programs with their employees in order for them to improve their overall financial well-being. However, the most significant progress appears to be when employees actually speak with a qualified human being rather than relying on … Continued

The ACA: A Never-Ending Story

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has placed numerous obligations and responsibilities on applicable large employers (ALEs) and employers who sponsor group health plans.

Employers Ask: What Prevents Me from Reimbursing Individual Health Insurance Policies? | Illinois Employee Benefits

By Danielle Capilla Chief Compliance Officer at United Benefit Advisors In serving 36,000 employers and 5 million employees, our UBA Partners get this question frequently: What federal guidance prohibits employers from reimbursing individual health insurance policies? Answer: The IRS has issued extensive guidance prohibiting employers from reimbursing health insurance policies on an individual basis. It … Continued

What Blood Tests Are Performed in a Life Insurance Physical? | Employee Benefits Illinois

By Patty Tansang www.livestrong.com Overview A physical examination may be needed when you purchase a life insurance policy, especially for larger benefit amounts. Insurance underwriters use a multitude of factors to determine your risk of premature death, and hence, how much premium you will be charged. In addition to asking about your medical history (including … Continued

ACA Regulations Roundup (and Free Resources) | Chicago Benefits Specialist

By Danielle Capilla Chief Compliance Officer at United Benefit Advisors The government was busy recently, issuing the massive Benefit Payment and Parameters rule in addition to numerous other updates. Our recent blog reviews the updates to the Benefit Payment and Parameters rule; for more detailed information as it relates to standardized plans, small employer definition, … Continued

Let’s Be Careful Out There

Corporate disaster plans used to be just weather-related, but in today’s world these plans should include acts of terrorism.

Let’s Be Careful Out There

Corporate disaster plans used to be just weather-related, but in today’s world these plans should include acts of terrorism.

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