When it comes to managing healthcare costs, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) continue to stand out as one of the most flexible and tax-advantaged options available. An HSA is a personal savings account designed specifically for qualified medical expenses, and it can be...

A quiet but significant shift may be brewing in the world of health insurance: the U.S. federal government is signaling that short-term, limited-duration health plans might again gain prominence. What's Changing—and What Isn’t Recently, the Departments of Labor,...

f you’re a small or mid-sized employer, there’s an important compliance deadline you need to know about. The deadline to submit your Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) data has been extended to September 30 — giving you extra time to get your information in, but also a...

If you're managing a group health plan with Medicare prescription drug coverage, there's important information you need to know. Here's a streamlined guide to what's coming and how to stay compliant. Key Deadlines: Creditable vs. Non-Creditable Coverage Annual Notices...

Big news is coming for anyone using Marketplace health plans. Starting January 1, 2026, several key updates will reshape how Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) work—creating greater access and flexibility. 1. Broader HSA Eligibility for Marketplace Plans Beginning in...

Introduction Turning 26 has become one of the most anxiety-inducing milestones in American adulthood. Under the Affordable Care Act, this is the age at which most young adults must leave their parents' health insurance and navigate a complex, expensive system on their...

Overview Health insurance premiums in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace could increase by as much as 18% in 2026, marking the steepest jump since 2018. This spike is driven by a combination of rising health care costs, economic pressures, and changes to...

Planning for retirement isn’t just about saving enough. A crucial—and often underestimated—part of the puzzle is healthcare costs. A new survey from Fidelity reveals that a 65-year-old retiring in 2025 should expect to spend $172,500 on healthcare throughout...

The rise of GLP-1 agonists—once primarily diabetes medications—is reshaping society’s relationship with weight, health care structures, and consumer behavior. This seismic shift spans clinical practice, hospital economics, personal habits, and beyond. Changing the...

Interest in GLP‑1 medications—especially Ozempic—is rapidly increasing, and many employees now see access to these drugs as a valuable workplace benefit. What the Data Shows A recent BenefitNews survey found that 39% of millennials and 35% of Gen Z say access to...