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How to Become a Talent Magnet in Today’s Market

… decades. Dr. Hennessey was honored to serve as the medical cost transparency CEO at the White House for the signing of President Trump’s executive order on medical cost and quality transparency on June 24, 2019. Vance Davidson Principal, EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants Vance has 16 years of human resources and benefits-related experience. He believes quality, affordable health care is within reach for millions of working people, and employers hold the key. An accredited Health Rosetta Benefits Advisor, Vance is committed to helping them take measured steps proven to improve benefits and lower costs. DOWNLOADABLE RESOURCES THE WEBINAR PRESENTATION

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So, What’s the True Value of Wellness Programs?

… a variety of chronic diseases, disorders and premature deaths, which now contribute to an assessed 90% of today’s $3.8 trillion in annual healthcare costs. Viewpoints from Erin Milliken But let’s take a step back from the financial lens and dig deeper into the meat of those intangible benefits. Wellness programming, including preventive care, addresses the physical, mental and emotional health related to employee productivity, workplace loyalty and morale. In the era of the Great Resignation, every employer can use a leg up in recruiting top talent, retaining employees, drumming up greater workplace engagement and enhancing productivity. Some …

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HHS Notice of Benefit & Payment Parameters for 2023 Proposed Rule Addresses Non-Discrimination

On January 5, 2022, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published the Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2023 Proposed Rule (NBPP). The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed standards for issuers and Marketplaces, as well as requirements for agents and brokers. The proposed rules are intended to provide a more stable and predictable regulatory framework and facilitate a more efficient and competitive market. The rules build on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to expand access to quality, affordable health coverage and care by lowering premiums, strengthening markets, and enhancing the consumer experience. There are two …

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Ukraine Russia Situation Updates

… employers to closely watch the situation on the ground and monitor the location of any employees who are assigned to or working in the affected region. Proactively managing employees is the best course of action to ensure that they are aware of support systems in place. Many employers have global employee assistance programs (EAPs) in place on a standalone basis or through their international/expatriate medical programs. These programs provide important services and counseling for overseas employees. Most EAPs include mental health support, for employees and family members who are struggling during these challenging times. Several global EAP providers are …

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Battle Lines Are Being Drawn on the No Surprises Act

The No Surprises Act was signed into law in the final days of the Trump administration and went into effect on January 1, 2022. Millions of consumers faced exorbitant healthcare billings, of which they had no knowledge or control, and insurance carriers had little power to regulate abusive billing practices. Hitting close to home, I just discovered one of my clients got a $500,000 air ambulance bill. And the Kaiser Family Foundation reported that several studies found one in five emergency room visits and 9% to 16% of in-network hospitalizations included surprise bills. In these instances, the law …

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Derek Poirier Joins EPIC

Poirier Strengthens West Region’s Employee Benefits Operations We are pleased to announce that Derek Poirier has joined the firm as Senior Principal. In his new position with EPIC, Poirier is responsible for new business development, and the design, placement, and management of employee benefits insurance programs and solutions for mid-market and large clients. Reporting to Matt Clemo, Executive Managing Principal and Southern California Employee Benefits leader, he will be based in the firm’s Newport Beach office. “We are happy to have Derek join our rapidly growing Orange County practice,” noted Clemo. “His vast experience and industry expertise …

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EPIC Welcomes Juliet Lucero

Lucero joins as Director of California Charter School Practice In her new position with EPIC, Lucero will work hand in hand with schools to identify the benefits strategies that will meet both short-term and long-term goals, while establishing fiscally responsible programs that address the evolving needs of school employees. Reporting to Matt Clemo, Executive Managing Principal and Southern California Employee Benefits leader, she will be based in the firm’s Newport Beach office. “We are pleased to welcome Juliet to the team,” noted Clemo. “Her hands-on Charter School experience will contribute to the provision of best-in …

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Alex Jerez Joins EPIC

Jerez Joins as Director, Northeast Charter School Practice In his new position with EPIC, Jerez will work hand in hand with schools to develop plans and programs that protect schools and their most valuable assets. His focus will be creating strategies that provide coverage for school property, children, teachers, course of construction, and active assailant threats. Reporting to Joffrey Clark, Charter School Practice Leader, he will be based in the firm’s Melville, New York office. “We are pleased to welcome Alex to the team,” noted Clark. “His hands-on Charter School experience will contribute to the provision of best …

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