December Case Study: The Difference Card Replaces Gap Plan to Save Software Firm Over $440,000 and Improve Health Benefits!
A Pennsylvania software company faced a significant health insurance renewal increase from Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Pennsylvania, which threatened to raise their premiums by 30%. With over 300 employees enrolled in the health insurance plan, their healthcare spend was poised to increase from $2.8 Million to over $3.7 Million. In addition to […]
Read MoreJingle All the Way to January – Preparing for the Next Chapter
The holiday season is here, and for those of us in the world of employee benefits, it’s not just the jingling of bells we’re hearing—it’s the buzz of Q4 activity as we sprint toward the new year. In this month’s Cup of Joe, our CEO Joe Donovan sat down with Loretta Silecchia, Director of Operations […]
Read MoreHappy Holidays from The Difference Card!
Happy Holidays from The Difference Card Team! As the year comes to a close, we reflect on a season of gratitude, generosity, and growth. We want to extend our warmest wishes for a joyous holiday season to our valued clients and partners. This year, we wanted to make a difference in our community by donating […]
Read MoreSpotlight of the Month: Celebrating Difference Card Broker Partner, Christina Collins
At Difference Card, we believe that success in healthcare benefits is a team effort. This month, we are thrilled to recognize an outstanding partner who has gone above and beyond in delivering customized, effective solutions to her clients—Christina Collins from Mercer in Louisville, Kentucky. Christina’s dedication to her clients, combined with her expertise and commitment […]
Read MoreNovember Case Study: The Difference Card Saves Manufacturing Firm Over $150,000 Annually Guaranteed with Enhanced Health Benefits!
A Georgia-based manufacturing company faced a significant health insurance renewal increase from Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of Georgia, which threatened to raise their premiums by 25%. With a 200-employee workforce, this increase would have added over $500,000 to their health insurance costs, creating a substantial financial strain if no changes were made. To […]
Read MoreServing Up a Menu of Benefits: A Thanksgiving-Inspired Approach to Health Insurance Solutions
As the holiday season approaches, many of us are planning the perfect Thanksgiving meal, from a beautifully roasted turkey to everyone’s favorite side dishes. At The Difference Card, we see parallels between crafting the ultimate Thanksgiving spread and creating an ideal benefits package that satisfies the unique “tastes” and needs of your workforce. This Month’s […]
Read MoreSpotlight of the Month: Celebrating Difference Card Broker Partner, Jake Burns
We’re excited to recognize Jake Burns from USI Insurance Services as our Difference Card Broker Partner of the Month for October 2024! As the Practice Leader at USI’s Los Angeles office, Jake has been an influential leader in the employee benefits industry for over 15 years, consistently delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions to his clients. […]
Read MoreOctober Case Study: The Difference Card Helps Automobile Dealership to Improve Health Benefits and Save Over $400,000 Annually!
A car dealership company located in the suburbs of Los Angeles, Southern California, was facing rising healthcare costs for its employees. With over 250 employees and 229 of them enrolled in its health plan, the dealership was seeking a way to reduce its $2 million annual health insurance expenditure. At the time, the company was […]
Read MoreCrystal Clear Choices: Predicting Better Health Outcomes in 2025
Ever wish you had a crystal ball to make important decisions, like choosing the right doctor for your care? While we may not have a literal crystal ball, at The Difference Card, we’re predicting that by 2025, healthcare choices will be clearer than ever before. This month on Cup of Joe, we explore how your […]
Read MoreSpotlight of the Month: Celebrating Difference Card Broker Partners, Brandon Adamson and Melissa Miller
We are thrilled to announce Brandon Adamson and Melissa Miller from USI Insurance Services as the Difference Card Broker Partners of the Month for September 2024! Brandon serves as Vice President and Partner at USI’s Indiana office, located in Terre Haute, and has been a leader in the employee benefits industry for over 15 years. […]
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