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Putting Risk in Its Place with Long-Term Disability Coverage

If you had to rank in order of importance the top three group welfare benefits an employer could offer an employee, what would they be? Perhaps number one would be medical, number two would be dental and number three would be vision. Would long-term disability rank in your top five?…

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Misunderstood and Underutilized: Medicare Advantage Plans as an Option to Employer-Based Coverage

Matt Miklos

Matt Miklos of UROne Benefits™ explains why and how Medicare Advantage Plans may benefit employees and employers alike. One of the more confusing and complicated decisions an employee has to make is what to do when they or their spouse turn 65 and become Medicare eligible…especially if they choose to…

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Unbundling Prescription Drug Plans Can Help Control Employer Health Plan Expenses

In the complex landscape of employer-sponsored health plans, one area often overlooked but ripe for scrutiny is prescription drug coverage. As health care costs continue to soar, smart businesses are reevaluating their approach to this essential component of employee benefits. By unearthing the hidden intricacies of prescription drug expenses and…

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[Live Webcast Oct. 3] Unleash a World of Pet Care Excellence with United Pet Care

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Imagine a pet care plan that’s easy, instant and inclusive, with no barriers due to age, pre-existing conditions, breed-specific issues or even the type of animal you cherish. United Pet Care is here to make your pet’s health a top priority, and your wallet will thank you, too!   Join…

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From Turnover to Dedication: Eight Ways to Boost Employee Engagement

In today’s competitive business landscape, retaining talented employees is crucial for maintaining stability and growth. High turnover and absenteeism rates can hinder productivity and morale within an organization. The key to addressing these challenges lies in enhancing employee engagement. Engaged employees are not only more productive and committed, but also…

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Four Ways to Effectively Communicate Benefits to Employees

In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of human resources, effective employee benefits communication has become crucial in attracting and retaining top talent. As organizations adapt to new technologies and changing workforce demographics, the way they communicate their benefits packages must also transform. However, even the most thoughtfully developed benefits strategies…

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[On-Demand Webinar] Life-Changing Early Cancer Detection Testing for Your Employees

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Earlier this year, Oswald became the first broker to offer The Galleri Test: A new blood test for cancer screening. Employers can add this service to their existing employee benefits portfolio. We are always searching for innovative ways to enable our clients and their employees to avoid risk so they…

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How Can You Win the War Against Expensive Health Care Costs?

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Grandma might have had the answer all along. You’ve probably heard the old adage “the straw stirs the drink.” For most health insurance plans, the proverbial straw is a handful of claimants who are responsible for 70-80% of all claim costs. A significant portion of those claims are the result…

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National Insurance Awareness Day

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Did you know that today is #NationalInsuranceAwarenessDay? We want to thank our clients for the opportunity to help protect the people and things most important to them. Risk and insurance needs continually evolve; it’s critical that your policies keep up with these changes and are regularly reviewed. Please check out…

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Alternative Medicine: A Different Approach to Health Care

Kurt Meinberg

In most health insurance programs, a small percentage of the plan members account for a significant percentage of the claim payments. In the past, employers focused on population health management or wellness programs to improve the overall health of their employees and their families with the goal of lowering costs.…

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