There is a lot of talk about medical “preexisting conditions” in politics these days. But what is the truth about how preexisting conditions are treated under current law?...
Employees are demanding voluntary benefits more than ever before. Employers are finding that voluntary benefits, (Also known as Worksite Benefits or Enhanced Benefits)...
Top reasons health care costs are nontransparent
By Gregg Kennerly May 28, 2019
Have you ever tried to find out what the cost of a medical procedure will be in advance;...
Although Virginia employees haven’t adopted HSA plans as quickly as some other areas of the country, these plans are gaining market share as healthcare costs continue to...
ACA “Pooled” Rates vs. Self-Funded Strategies
There is a lot of talk about self-funded or level-level funded medical plans as a way for companies to save money...
The Hampton Roads Metropolitan area probably has the highest percentage of ex-military employees in the nation. Ex-military employees typically do not elect to enroll...
Employee orientation is an important piece of HR and employee management. A formal orientation is essential to setting a new hire up for success and helping your company...
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has adopted the primary beneficiary test for determining whether interns of for-profit employers count as employees under the federal...
There’s a lot of buzz surrounding healthcare these days. A lot is changing, and it’s important to not fall behind on reporting.
Under the Affordable Care Act, applicable...
Employers subject to the recordkeeping requirements of the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) are reminded to post their 2017 OSHA Form 300A, Summary...