October 5, 2020
AgencyHow the COVID-19 crisis has highlighted the need for life insurance benefits
How the COVID-19 crisis has highlighted the need for life insurance benefits An employer’s insurance offerings are a core consideration when choosing a job, so it’s critical that in addition to comprehensive health insurance, you’re also offering robust life insurance options.
September 30, 2020
AgencyCMS lowers Medicare Advantage premiums: 3 things to know
CMS lowers Medicare Advantage premiums: 3 things to know Average premiums for Medicare Advantage plans will be an average 11% lower for the 2021 plan year compared to this year, CMS said Sept. 24. Here are three things to know.
September 30, 2020
AgencyTrump signs U.S. healthcare executive orders that may have little impact
Trump signs U.S. healthcare executive orders that may have little impact President Donald Trump signed two executive orders as part of his America First Healthcare Plan calling for coverage of preexisting conditions and directing HHS to work with lawmakers on legislation to protect patients from unexpected out-of-network medical bills. Trump also said the administration […]
September 9, 2020
AgencyBecause Of COVID-19: People Are Losing Health Insurance
Because Of COVID-19: People Are Losing Health Insurance There are few aspects of life that have not been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Side Effects Public Media has launched a Facebook Live series called “Because of COVID-19” to examine these ripple effects and offer solutions and resources. Our first edition looked at the way many […]
September 9, 2020
AgencyCOVID may slow premium increases in 2021
COVID may slow premium increases in 2021 In June, the Colorado Health Institute estimated 563,000 Coloradans would join Medicaid this year, with the majority coming from those who lost their jobs due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. With those losses came a large drop in the number of people within the risk pools that comprise […]
August 16, 2020
AgencyMany companies continue health insurance for furloughed workers
Many companies continue health insurance for furloughed workers Millions of Americans have lost their jobs. Fortunately, many of their former employers are working to make sure they don’t lose their health coverage, too. Macy’s furloughed most of its 125,000 employees in late March. But the retail giant has continued providing health benefits. Marriott, Kohl’s, […]
August 9, 2020
AgencyFlexSystem Savings Calculator
FlexSystem Savings Calculator Fill out this form to calculate an estimate of your tax savings. As you fill out the form, the estimates will display automatically. While this calculator will provide you with a snapshot based on your current situation, please revisit this calculator on a regular basis to check your estimated savings.
July 24, 2020
AgencyState issues grace period order for insurance deadlines
Salem – The Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services issued a temporary emergency order today in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. It requires all insurance companies to extend grace periods for premium payments, postpone policy cancellations and nonrenewals, and extend deadlines for reporting claims.
July 12, 2020
AgencyFull-time Equivalent (FTE) Employee Calculator
Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Employee Calculator Use the full-time equivalent employee (FTE) calculator to count the number of FTEs you have and see if you qualify for SHOP. The SHOP Marketplace is open to employers with 50 or fewer full-time equivalent employees (FTEs).
July 11, 2020
AgencyCPS Insurance Services Makes “Life, Annuities, Disability and Long Term Care” Easy
Life insurance is a simple answer to a very difficult question: How will my family manage financially when I die? It’s a subject no one really wants to think about. But if someone depends on you financially, it’s one you cannot avoid. Laughlin Insurance works with CPS Insurance to bring you a wide range of […]