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Understanding ERISA: What employers need to know
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) is a federal law that sets rules to protect employees' retirement and health benefits from fraud and mismanagement.
4 min. read
Answering your common questions about billing
The article aims to help members navigate the billing process more effectively to manage their healthcare expenses.
2 min. watch
PPO and EPO Health Insurance Plans
PPO and EPO network options. What they are, how they work, and what they mean for your business.
6 min. read
Navigating cost trends of prescription medications
The ongoing changes and increasing costs of medications is one of the biggest challenges facing health insurance. Clinical pharmacist, Matthew Wittman, and chief pharmacist, Tiffany Liesmann, at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas will explore the factors contributing to the rising prices and what is on the horizon in the pharmaceutical industry. Learn about current trends, how Blue Cross is responding and what your company needs to know moving forward.
61 min. watch
Balancing work and life
Understanding work-life balance can be challenging, and a quiz is offered to help individuals assess their current balance by reflecting on family and career priorities. Achieving this balance is an ongoing journey that benefits from open discussions and support from mental health professionals.
3 min. read
Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) and Qualifying Events (QEs)
How life events impact health care enrollment. What you need to know about Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) for your employees.
8 min. read
Why employers should offer an HSA
Employers can save on taxes, manage rising healthcare costs, and attract talent in a competitive job market.
4 min. read
Am I required to offer health insurance to all my employees?
Offering insurance to your employers can provide tax benefits and help in retaining employees.
4 min. read
The pitfalls of referenced-based pricing
Examines the promises and pitfalls of reference-based pricing, shedding light on its benefits and challenges.
7 min. read
What you need to know about specialty carve-out vendors
Provides insights into specialty carve-out vendors, explaining their role in enhancing healthcare benefits for employers
6 min. read
Beyond insurance: Resources to support your employees’ health and wellness
Explores BCBSKS initiatives beyond insurance to support the health and wellness of employees.
3 min. read
Rock solid coverage with a level-funded plan
Introduces the concept of level-funded health insurance plans offered by BCBSKS as a coverage option for businesses.
7 min. read
How Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas delivered for us.
Discusses how BCBSKS met the challenges of the pandemic through innovative solutions and community support.
6 min. read
How the “Family Glitch” increases your opportunity for a premium tax credit
The “Family Glitch” fix increases your opportunity for a premium tax credit.
6 min. read
How revisions to the “family glitch” impacts your employees
Revisions to the “family glitch” now allow employees to consider the cost of family coverage for affordability.
5 min. read