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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.
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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
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
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
Considering a specialty carve-out?
Specialty carve-outs aim to reduce prescription drug costs by using Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs).
6 min. read
Health insurance vs. a pay raise: What’s the better choice?
Choosing between health insurance and a pay raise for employees involves several considerations.
5 min. read
How many employees do I need to qualify for small group health insurance?
Small group health insurance generally requires a business to have between 1 to 50 full-time equivalent employees.
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How much must an employer contribute to the premium?
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas offers flexible health plan designs without minimum premium contribution requirements.
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Is my small business eligible for a health insurance tax credit?
Addresses how small group plans can be tailored to meet business needs and understanding what the plan features.
3 min. read