The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is not the only reason that big companies offer health insurance to their employees. Many also recognize the value that it gives them for recruiting and retention, while others understand that it’s the right thing to do. Still, as costs keep rising, companies must look for ways to control expenses and share those costs with the employees. The ACA limits how much companies can charge employees for their health insurance premiums as part of the affordability requirements.
One way that some companies try to manage costs is by self-funding their programs. Self-funding means they directly pay claims workers have for medical care instead of buying insurance from a provider. The risk can be significant if several workers incur tremendous expenses. However, there is also an opportunity for cash flow management and overall savings. In many cases, the employer will employ a third-party administrator to manage the disposition of claims. The company can limit risk with a stop-loss policy. In most cases, employees won’t know that the program is funded by the employer rather than a traditional insurance policy. The company typically uses a third-party administrator to manage the claims.
Small companies aren’t covered by the ACA requirement to offer health insurance to their employees. Still, like more significant companies, many want to provide the benefit but also want to control the cost. Because of their relative size, self-funding may be riskier for a small company. So instead, they might choose a level-funded plan. Level-funding is a combination of traditional insurance and self-funding. This approach provides more flexibility and cash-flow control for the business. At the same time, it limits the risk that can come with an influx of high claims.
Benefits are sometimes described as the non-monetary part of employee compensation. When a potential employee considers the offer, they probably put more weight on the pay, but they will assess the benefits package as well. A good benefits program may add thirty percent to the overall cost of each employee.
Benefits usually include health insurance, paid time off, and sometimes contributions to a retirement savings plan and other costly components. However, benefits can also be free or low-cost perks like flexible scheduling, remote work options, casual dress code, and the office culture.
Group health insurance is one of the most desired employee benefits that job hunters pay attention to when looking for employment opportunities. This is a critical part of your group health insurance and employee benefits plan. By offering your employees a benefits package, you can be sure to increase their productivity and performance. Your employees are able to take care of their personal health and that of their loved ones well.
Taylor Benefits is a leading insurance agency that offers businesses across Shreve Port group health insurance and employee benefits plans. We have been in the industry for three decades so we have an in-depth understanding of the dynamics of the healthcare insurance industry and can help you make the right decisions. We are experienced in crafting custom group health insurance and benefits plans that respond to your company’s needs and the needs of your employees. Our licensed insurance professionals take time to understand your business before recommending a plan for you. We care about your bottom line.
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At Taylor Benefits, we are different from other insurance providers. We operate as an independent group health insurance agent. For this reason, we are able to cully customize a perfect group benefits package for you by carefully drawing from other traditional insurance providers. This way we guarantee you the best deal possible. We negotiate for the best rates and premiums. Our agents understand the ever changing insurance climate in Shreve Port therefore, we are able to offer you unparalleled service. When it is time to renew your policy, we carry out a market analysis to confirm that your current carriers are still the best. This also gives us an opportunity to make changes where necessary.
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Written by Todd Taylor
Todd Taylor oversees most of the marketing and client administration for the agency with help of an incredible team. Todd is a seasoned benefits insurance broker with over 35 years of industry experience. As the Founder and CEO of Taylor Benefits Insurance Agency, Inc., he provides strategic consultations and high-quality support to ensure his clients’ competitive position in the market.
Todd Taylor with Taylor Benefits gives our small business the kind of personal service we need. Insurance benefits are important to our employees and Todd helps us find a balance between benefits and value. Todd responds immediately to my phone calls & e-mails. He has even gotten in touch with me on a Sunday when we were in need of coverage answers immediately. We are very pleased with the hands-on service Todd and his staff provide.”
-Ken and Linda Orvick, Orvick Management Group, Inc.
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