Colorado Secretary of State: COVID-19 Business Resource Update
Colorado Secretary of State sent this bulletin at 04/16/2020 01:39 PM MDT My Fellow Coloradans, For the last month, we have been living in a new reality of social distancing. But like Coloradans always do in times of hardship, we are making it through this together. I am so proud that we have all rallied together and supported each other during this national health pandemic. […]
COVID19 Updates
Kaiser Update 4/3/2020 The latest updates on coronavirus As the situation around coronavirus and COVID-19 evolves, we’re working diligently to help our members stay healthy and informed — and keep you aware of updates that could impact your employees. Helping members understand how to get care and support is more important than ever […]
Simplifying International Healthcare
GeoBlue Xplorer is a health plan specifically designed to support those who travel to or from the United States for extended periods of business, leisure and/or study (six months or more). From direct pay to access to hand-picked, Western-trained, English-speaking healthcare providers to convenient mobile medical translation tools, all backed by the Blue Cross Blue Shield […]
Should America provide universal health care?
Opinion DEAN BAKER: YES In Canada, everyone in the country is guaranteed access to health care by the government. The same is true for France, the United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands and every other country that we think of as comparable in terms of levels of wealth, democracy and economic development. In spite of providing universal […]
Need Hospital Care or Tests? How to prepare.
There was a recent article in The Gazette, written by Linda A. Johnson about getting cost estimates before hospital care or tests. A brilliant concept that I think most people don’t consider before procedures or tests happen. We did reach out to The Gazette and to Linda A. Johnsons twitter account but after a few […]
Division of Insurance releases state’s 2019 health insurance plans and premiums
Many could see premiums go down as stability takes hold. The Colorado Division of Insurance (DOI), part of the Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), has released the approved individual and small group health insurance plans and premiums for 2019 – these are the Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans. Overall, premiums for individual health insurance plans […]
Did you know 63% of employees say that health care benefits make them feel more loyal to their companies?
That means choosing a health care plan for your business is about more than just costs. It’s about attracting and retaining top talent by offering quality benefits. In fact, after paid time off, health care benefits are the most important consideration for job seekers.2 Deciding on a health care plan can be easier with the free Kaiser […]
Comparing Plans in Open Enrollment, Nov. 1, 2018 through Jan. 15, 2019
While Colorado consumers may be able to bring down the cost of insurance for 2019 through shopping and comparing available options, it is important for people to consider factors beyond premiums. Consumers should think about deductibles, co-payments and co-insurance costs, along with their doctors, their health conditions and any prescriptions they take. These are all […]
Taking on seasonal or part-time work?
While it’s only November, companies across the nation are already preparing to add seasonal employees to their ranks for the upcoming holiday season. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, more than 500,000 people enter the seasonal workforce each fall and winter. And with this season’s tight labor market, employees are in the driver’s seat. Traditionally, […]
Health Care Costs Still Rising, According to Annual Survey
Each year, the Kaiser Family Foundation and the Health Research & Educational Trust conduct a survey to examine employer-sponsored health benefit trends such as annual deductibles, plan enrollment, and health and wellness programs. The 2018 edition of this survey has been released, and it discusses a lot, including how health care costs continue to rise. […]