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Upcoming Changes for Employee Benefits

Employers will see several changes to their health and welfare benefits due to comprehensive new tax and spending legislation. This includes notable improvements to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Dependent Care Flexible Spending Arrangements (DCFSAs), and employer-provided student loan payments, as well as the introduction of some new fringe benefit choices. These updates introduce significant changes […]

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Navigating Your Health Plan: A Guide to Your Explanation of Benefits (EOB)

Ever found a confusing document in your mailbox after a doctor’s visit, wondering if it’s a bill, especially with an “amount you owe” at the bottom? You’re not alone! That document is most likely an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from your health insurance company. It’s crucial to remember: an EOB is NOT a bill. Think […]

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Property and Casualty

Coverage Insights – Organs and Musical Instruments

Music plays an integral role in religious organizations. It is often used to evoke feelings and create a sense of unity among listeners. Organs are popular in religious organizations, but other common instruments include pianos, guitars, drums, brass, woodwinds and strings. Musical instruments also present unique challenges from a coverage perspective. Review the following guidance […]

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Health Insurance

Health Insurance Terms You Should Know

Health care terms, medical bills, and forms can be hard to understand. Here are some common health care terms, and what they mean. Allowed Amount This is the maximum payment the plan will pay for a covered health care service.  May also be called “eligible expense,” “payment allowance,” or “negotiated rate.” For example, if you […]

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Affordable Care Act

ACA Update: Enhanced No-Cost Cancer Screenings for Women Coming in 2026

Big changes are coming to women’s preventive care coverage!  Starting with plan years on or after December 31, 2025, group health plans and health insurance issuers must expand their no-cost coverage for women’s preventive care. This expansion includes additional breast cancer imaging or testing needed to complete an initial mammogram, as well as patient navigation […]

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Breaking Down Your Benefits: Understanding Key Terms

Selecting the right health insurance plans for your family is a critical process that requires careful attention from start to finish. Navigating health insurance becomes much simpler when you understand its terminology. Making sense of these terms empowers you to better understand your costs, benefits, and even estimate the price of a doctor’s visit. Premium: […]

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Custom Content Employee Benefits Health Insurance

Breaking Down Your Benefits: Understanding Key Terms

Selecting the right health insurance plans for your family is a critical process that requires careful attention from start to finish. Navigating health insurance becomes much simpler when you understand its terminology. Making sense of these terms empowers you to better understand your costs, benefits, and even estimate the price of a doctor’s visit. Premium: […]

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Property and Casualty Risk Management

Sprinkler Systems at Religious Organizations

Fires are a major risk to religious organizations. Each year in the United States, there is an average of 1,780 fires in religious organizations. Damage from a fire can be more than just a financial burden. Religious buildings are often historical or contain works of art, artifacts or relics that can’t be replaced. A sprinkler […]

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Supporting Your Workforce: The Value of Dependent Care Assistance Programs (DCAPs)

Want to attract and keep top talent? Your benefits package is crucial! Think beyond just health and retirement. Fringe benefits like Dependent Care Assistance Programs (DCAPs) offer real, meaningful support, especially for employees caring for kids or dependent adults. What is A DCAP? A DCAP – also known as a dependent care flexible spending account […]

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Benefits 101: What Is Cancer Insurance?

The word “cancer” carries a weight that extends far beyond its medical implications. Beyond the physical and emotional toll, a cancer diagnosis can bring significant financial strain. While your primary health insurance will cover many treatment costs, there are often substantial out-of-pocket expenses that can quickly add up. This is where cancer insurance comes in. […]

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