Empowering Millennials: Building a Competitive Benefits Package | VA Employee Benefits Partners

Today’s workforce is a mix of generations, but you can’t afford to overlook Millennials, the largest generation in the workforce. Known for their flexibility and problem-solving skills, Millennials bring a powerful combination of experience and value to any company. Millennials, also known as Generation Y, are a driving force in today’s job market. This generation … Continued

Understand Your Spending Power: What You Can Buy with Your FSA, HSA, or HRA | Virginia Benefits Firm

Medical expense accounts can help you save on all kinds of healthcare costs. Here are some you may not know about yet. HSA, FSA, and HRA can typically be used for: Medical expenses: Doctor visits, surgeries, prescriptions, dental and vision care, and mental health services. Over-the-counter (OTC) medications: Many OTC medications, including pain relievers, allergy … Continued

Benefits Breakdown August 2024 | Virginia Benefits Team

What Employers Should Know About Precision Medicine Precision medicine, also known as personalized medicine, aims to customize medical care by considering the unique characteristics of each patient. The approach focuses on getting the right treatment to the patient at the right time and for the right price. At its core, precision medicine recognizes that individuals … Continued

Benefits Buzz August 2024 | VA Employee Benefits Group

5th Circuit Requires Health Plans to Continue Providing Free Preventive Care The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently ruled that a key component of the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) preventive care mandate is unconstitutional. However, in a decision it referred to as a “mixed bag,” the 5th Circuit limited its ruling to the plaintiffs in the … Continued

PCORI Fee Filing Deadline | Virginia Benefits Advisors

The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Trust Fund fee, often referred to as the PCORI fee, can be a source of confusion for employers offering health insurance plans. This article aims to simplify what the PCORI fee is, why it exists, and how it impacts your business. What is the PCORI Fee? The PCORI fee is an … Continued

Benefits Breakdown July 2024 | Virginia Employee Benefits Consultants

Report: Health Care Costs Are 254% Higher for Privately Insured Patients Than Those With Medicare A new RAND report revealed that in 2022, private insurers paid hospitals an average of 254% more than what Medicare would have paid for the same services, a jump from 224% in 2020. The study found that 2022 prices for … Continued

Benefits 101: What Is an HDHP? | Virginia Benefits Firm

In today’s world of complex health insurance options, High Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs) have become increasingly popular. But with a name like “high deductible,” it’s natural to have questions. Let’s break down the basics of HDHPs: What is an HDHP? An HDHP is a health insurance plan with a higher deductible than traditional plans. This … Continued