Michelle Sutter, Senior VP of Employee Benefit Consulting for WIA, was a guest star on Business RadioX Marketing Matters with Ryan Sauers. The show discusses topics related to marketing, sales, communications, customer service, leadership, and more. Michelle shares the story of her own personal health journey and the insight she has acquired, thereby providing a unique […]
Many organizations take pride in their company culture as it can often be a core competency and competitive advantage. As employers expand remote work opportunities to employees more than ever before, organizations may want to consider how their culture can stay intact through an increased virtual workspace. What Is Company Culture? Company culture is the personality […]
Managed care is essentially a system where health care costs are controlled while still maintaining high-quality care for the patient. This generally means that a party other than the doctor or patient (such as an employer or insurance company) influences the medical treatment provided by controlling the delivery and financing of health services. How to […]
Open enrollment is the time of year reserved for you to make changes to your benefit elections and unfamiliar terms can make this process confusing. Use these definitions of common open enrollment terms to help you navigate your benefits options. Coinsurance – The amount or percentage that you pay for certain covered health care services […]
Making wise decisions about your benefits requires planning. By selecting benefits that provide the best care and coverage, you can optimize their value and minimize the impact on your budget. Many people get tripped up when asked to select benefits for themselves and their families because these decisions can be complicated, and it is often […]
Life insurance is one of the most common employer-provided benefits. Let’s cover the basics of life insurance and the different types employers can offer to employees. Types of Life Insurance Life insurance is divided into two categories: term and permanent (sometimes also referred to as whole). Term life insurance Term life insurance has a specified […]
Most individuals go through a number of life events that affect their health benefit needs and the choices they make. There are several important federal laws that affect your benefits under a job-based health plan. Below is a list of life events and a brief description of federal laws that may protect your rights when […]
The purpose of a wellness programs is to promote healthy lifestyle initiatives, which can include smoking cessation programs, on-site gyms, healthy food initiatives, wellness education and more. While some businesses have instituted comprehensive health programs, others have achieved savings and increased productivity with just a few simple activities that promote healthy behaviors. Why Promote Wellness […]