When an employee makes a claim on their healthcare plan for a qualified expense, they typically have out-of-pocket costs to cover. These costs could be a copayment, coinsurance or deductible. In some cases, this amount can be substantial and difficult to afford. The good news is that there are ways to reduce these costs, helping […]

Many employers offer a health savings account (HSA) as part of their benefits package, but what if yours does not? It can leave you without a valuable tool for managing healthcare costs and saving on taxes. So, can you have an independent HSA? The answer is yes, as long as you meet the eligibility requirements. […]

A hybrid High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is typically paired with a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) or a Health Savings Account (HSA). It offers cost-saving and tax advantage benefits that can make healthcare more accessible to a broader demographic than traditional healthcare plans or a straight HDHP. What Is a Hybrid High Deductible Health Plan? […]

As healthcare prices continue to increase, employers need to find ways to lower these costs. A Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP) is a strategic tool companies use to help employees manage their out-of-pocket healthcare costs. MERP products are flexible and tax-advantaged, well-suited to small and large businesses and beneficial to both parties. By understanding the […]

Organizations have realized the competitive advantage of hiring diverse teams to optimize growth. As such, they must find ways to manage the different needs of their workforce. Allowing workers to tailor their healthcare with flexible benefits is one effective approach. Our guide explores flexible benefit plans and how they can help employers, workers and brokers save on […]

If you’re a broker, reducing costs like insurance premiums and deductibles can help you provide value to clients. Fortunately, you can achieve that through insurance cost management. This guide discusses the concept, including the benefits and the role of brokers. You will also learn common strategies, best practices and how The Difference Card helps. What […]

Every client you encounter will have a unique set of needs and requirements. While your goal may be to provide a similar service to all clients, it’s vital to tailor your offerings and approach to each client’s specific needs. However, clients sometimes struggle to express their needs or understand them fully. You may need to […]

When it comes to health insurance benefits for employees, businesses have various options. Most companies offer traditional health insurance plans to provide employees with standardized medical coverage. However, there are other medical insurance products to choose from that offer additional benefits. One such product is a Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP). Whether you’re an insurance […]

Whether you are interviewing for a new position, have started a new job or are seasoned at your company, knowing what your benefits are really worth is important and advantageous. This knowledge equips you with a powerful tool as you progress in your career. Many employees curate benefit packages to attract and retain new talent, […]

Understanding the ins and outs of healthcare can feel like a complex puzzle. Rising healthcare costs that traditional insurance can’t always cover raise some challenges for insurance producers and employers. However, there are ways of combating high healthcare costs. For insurance providers, understanding medical expense reimbursement plans (MERPs) is key to offering clients a way to […]