New Health and Wellness Videos in the Member Portal!
We are excited to announce a brand-new catalog of online health education and wellness videos! If you are a Difference Card member, login to your account now to check out 50 new health and wellness videos available in your portal. Click here to access the member portal. Throughout the year, we will continue to bring in […]
Read More7 Ways HR Professionals Can Thrive During 2022 Open Enrollment
Innovation during Open Enrollment can help employers set themselves apart. The Covid-19 pandemic has forced us all to change and adapt. Before March 2020, Open Enrollment meant in-person benefit fairs with pretty tables, flyers, and giveaways. But the Covid-19 pandemic and social distancing requirements has put a halt to traditional Open Enrollment sessions and pointed […]
Read MoreOctober Case Study: Difference Card Saves California Aerospace Distribution Company Over $100,000
Using our proprietary MERP (Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan) strategy, The Difference Card helped a California Aerospace and Defense Distributor build the most cost-effective healthcare plan for their October renewal. The company was receiving a 3.8% renewal increase from Aetna. This Distribution Company’s Health Insurance Broker engaged The Difference Card to help with a solution to reduce this renewal WITHOUT changing the benefits to staff. Request a Proposal Our California team […]
Read MoreHow to Create an HSA Spending and Saving Strategy for 2022
With 2022 just around the corner, what better time than now than to come up with a HSA spending and saving strategy? As your HSA is an account you can pull money from, it’s important to see how it ties into your larger spending plan. Learn More About HSAs A bright spot in an otherwise […]
Read MoreHealthy Habits & Health Insurance: Our New 3-Part Webinar Series!
Join us for this exciting 3-part series! The Difference Card is excited to launch a brand-new, 3-Part Webinar Series focused on creating a productive and healthy fourth quarter – both by generating new business AND by taking care of your mental wellbeing during a typically stressful season. This unique webinar series will help you calm […]
Read MoreCan I have an FSA and HSA? Exploring compatible tax-free account options
Whether you’re single, married, or have a growing family, healthcare may be a large chunk of your budget every year, and it can be particularly costly with a high-deductible health insurance plan. Fortunately, there are a couple of tax-friendly accounts, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) that can make medical expenses more […]
Read MoreWhy You Should Leverage a MERP for Your Clients
A medical expense reimbursement plan (MERP) can help employers reduce healthcare costs without sacrificing the level of care employees receive. Employers can also adjust the plans annually and maximize the budget as needed. However, a MERP comes with a set of rules. Noncompliance may affect the plan’s tax-advantaged status. Effectively communicating with employers and working […]
Read MoreSeptember Case Study: Pennsylvania Manufacturer Saves $50,995 on Renewal Using The Difference Card
Using our proprietary MERP (Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan) strategy, the Difference Card helped a Pennsylvania Manufacturer navigate a difficult September renewal. The client was receiving a 19.4% renewal increase from UPMC. This manufacturer’s Health Insurance Broker engaged The Difference Card to help with a solution to reduce this renewal WITHOUT changing the benefits to staff. […]
Read MoreWhat Is an HSA & How Does It Work?
More Americans are starting to use Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) to assist with their healthcare costs. As HSAs gain popularity, you’ll likely want to know if an HSA is right for you, especially if your employer offers an HSA in its benefits package with a Qualified High Deductible Health Plan (QHDHP). Fortunately, understanding a Health […]
Read MoreTraditional Dental Insurance is like Driving a Broken Car: Dental Difference is the Solution.
Question: Would you keep driving your car if you lost 40% of the gas each time you filled up your tank? Answer: Of course you wouldn’t! You’d fix the problem or get a new car! Typical Dental Insurance is Broken Dental Insurance is just like this hypothetical vehicle you’re driving in the above scenario. US […]
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