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Annual health plan reporting for employers
Staying on top of annual health plan reporting is easier when you know what’s required and when it’s due. This article outlines key reporting responsibilities, important deadlines and actions employers may need to take to stay compliant.
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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
Save Money and Strengthen Your Benefits with a Section 125 Plan
Section 125 plans help employers and employees save on health care premiums by using pre-tax dollars. Employees take home more pay, while employers reduce payroll taxes. It’s an easy way to add value without increasing costs.
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Is self-funding right for your business?
Self-funding may be more accessible than you think. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas helps employers assess their readiness and navigate the model with confidence.
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Trusted guidance, seamless self-funding
If you're exploring self-funded plans, partnership matters. Discover how Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas outperforms traditional TPAs with integrated services and a trusted Kansas network.
6 min. read
Myth vs. Reality: What employers should know about self-funding
Self-funding comes with misconceptions, but today’s tools and safeguards make it more accessible than ever. Learn the facts behind the common myths and let Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas help you make an informed decision.
4 min. read
A practical guide to self-funded group health plans
Thinking about self-funding your group health plan? Learn how to weigh the costs, risks and rewards to see if self-funding makes sense for your business.
6 min. read
Thinking about self-funding?
Before making the move to self-funding, start with the basics: stop-loss coverage, risk management, and claims administration. Knowing how these work together can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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BlueCard®: Access to care wherever your employees live, work or travel
BlueCard® helps ensure your team has access to care wherever life takes them. Discover how to simplify health care for your business and employees.
3 min. read
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.
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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.
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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.
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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