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Introducing the ConnectYourCare Podcast “Exclamation! Of Benefits”

We're delighted to introduce the ConnectYourCare podcast, Exclamation! of Benefits. On our podcast, host Carla Wardin talks to people making things happen in the health care benefits industry. The guests are experts in their fields, and they make complicated topics like easy to understand by walking you through common questions and giving their educated, fresh insight into industry trends and issues coming up next. Check out our first episodes!

By Sophia Kerschbaum|2021-01-05T11:17:58-05:00January 5th, 2021|Account Education Posts, Employer Posts, News|

ConnectYourCare Ranks Among 50 Fastest Growing Companies in Greater Baltimore

ConnectYourCare ranked #44 on Baltimore Business Journal’s Fast 50 list of the fastest-growing private companies in Greater Baltimore in 2020 and was recognized as #43 among the Journal’s Top 100 Private Companies.

By Sophia Kerschbaum|2020-12-31T11:55:23-05:00December 31st, 2020|Employer Posts, News|

ConnectYourCare Honored with Four Winning Entries in the 2020 Digital Health Awards®

ConnectYourCare had four award-winning entries selected in the 22nd annual Digital Health Awards® program. This competition—held twice a year by The Health Information Resource Center℠—recognizes the world’s best digital health resources.

By Diana Bauza|2020-12-30T11:43:56-05:00December 29th, 2020|Employer Posts, HSAs, News|

The 12 Days of Savings: Spend Those FSA Dollars Before the Holidays

While the holidays may not bring health care products to mind, this is the time of year when spending down FSA balances is important! The items featured in our 12 Days of Savings are just examples of some of the great FSA-eligible itmes you can buy, and we think they are a bit more practical than gifting loved ones, oh, say, twelve lords a leaping or a partridge in a pear tree. We hope these reminders can help you to make the most of your tax-advantaged accounts while supporting your health and wellness needs. Check the list, download the infographic, and spread the joy of the season!

By Diana Bauza|2020-12-18T13:35:33-05:00December 18th, 2020|Account Education Posts, FSAs, HRAs, HSAs|

The 9 Consumer Benefit Legislation Changes of 2020 You Should Know

The COVID-19 pandemic prompted many legislative changes that affected consumer-directed benefits and tax filings, keeping HR administrators and brokers on their toes. Whether employer, broker, or account holder, we’ve recapped nine key benefits legislation updates in 2020 that you should know, plus a checklist to keep handy as we near the end of the year—just in case you lost track or need a refresher.

By Diana Bauza|2020-12-10T16:30:43-05:00December 10th, 2020|Account Education Posts, Adoption Assistance, COBRA, Commuter, Employer Posts, FSAs, HRAs, HSAs, Legislation, Lifestyle Spending Accounts|

Giving Thanks for the Many Health Care Benefits

What do benefits from health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs) have to do with celebrating Thanksgiving? We look at an example of some of our favorite holiday traditions to see why you might give thanks for the tax-free benefits these accounts offer when you need them!

By Sophia Kerschbaum|2020-11-24T15:09:37-05:00November 24th, 2020|Account Education Posts, Employer Posts, FSAs, HSAs|

Broker Tech Check: Preparing for the World of Benefits in 2021

With the many changes that happened in 2020, employers’ need for broker assistance with selecting and administering benefit plans has increased–as has the need for technology. We talked with our experts to learn what brokers can do to prepare for 2021 with this broker tech check! Take a look to get ready for next year and check out our latest podcast for more on the topic.

By Sophia Kerschbaum|2020-11-20T10:58:57-05:00November 20th, 2020|Brokers, Employer Posts|

To Spend or to Save: Ways to Use an HSA

As more employers offer high-deductible health plans (HDHPs), more people are opening health savings accounts (HSAs) to offset out-of-pocket spending. Whether you spend or save HSA dollars, you will still reap the rewards of these tax-advantaged accounts. It's a matter of saving now or saving later! Read about the types of HSA owners to see what category you fall into—spender, saver, or rainy day-er!

By Diana Bauza|2020-11-18T13:57:32-05:00November 18th, 2020|Account Education Posts, Health to Wealth, HSAs, Technology|

An Employer’s Guide to Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRA): Which Option is Right for You?

A health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) is a way for employers to reimburse their employees for health expenses. Businesses use HRAs instead of group health insurance or in addition to it, depending on their situation. But with all the acronyms, benefits options, and health care choices available today, what does it all really mean? In this article, learn how HRAs began, how they work, which people they benefit, and what types of HRAs are available. Plus, you can check out the HRA guide we created to help you figure our which HRA is right for you!

By Sophia Kerschbaum|2020-12-23T00:48:34-05:00November 16th, 2020|Brokers, Employer Posts, HRAs|

How Direct Billing Can Simplify COBRA Services

On top of managing COBRA administration, employers must figure out how to collect insurance premiums and service fees that were previously collected through payroll deductions. This is where direct billing through a trusted partner can bring relief to employers, brokers, and COBRA recipients alike. With direct billing services, employers are liberated from billing past employees for premiums while employees experience seamless coverage.We spoke with ConnectYourCare’s Director of COBRA Operations, Juli Kline, about how direct billing services make continuation of coverage easier for everyone involved.

By Diana Bauza|2020-11-16T12:02:52-05:00November 5th, 2020|Brokers, COBRA, Employer Posts|

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