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Posted April 10th, 2018 in Producers

As an insurance producer working in the small group market, you know that many small employers are struggling with the rising cost of healthcare. Your job is to help your clients find the most cost-effective benefits solutions that will save them money but still provide the competitive benefits package necessary to recruit and retain qualified candidates. Understanding the different products and services available in the market space is imperative to your success

Posted July 31st, 2013 in Producers

The Health Insurance Marketplaces, also known as the Exchanges, are supposed to be operational in two months. October 1, 2013 is the expected date when individual consumers and small businesses can start to enroll in coverage through the Exchanges for the 2014 calendar year. 

Guidance issued on May 1, 2013 confirms that producers will play a significant role in helping individuals and employers enroll in coverage through the Federally-facilitated and State Partnership Exchanges. 

Posted July 5th, 2013 in Individuals, Employers, Producers

Millions of Americans Countdown to October 1st

Less than 3 months from today marks the start of the 6 month open enrollment period under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). As officials scramble to promote the new healthcare reform enrollment season, we at Flexible Benefit Service LLC (Flex) have been keeping up-to-date with the fluid changes of rules and regulations contained within the growing law.

Posted June 27th, 2013 in Employers

Now that you have returned to your office after the SHRM 2013 Annual Conference in Chicago, Flex hopes you have gotten a chance to:

• Check your emails
Get some shuteye
• Sort through your goodie bag of giveaways and sales materials
• Add your new HR colleagues on LinkedIn

Posted January 24th, 2013 in Employers, Producers

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) mandates that all Americans have health insurance or pay a penalty. If you’re an American, just look to the mirror to see who’s going to be affected.

Posted October 30th, 2012 in Producers

The Affordable Care Act may have some health insurance producers feeling anxious, but the proactive producer will stay educated and know every option out there to remain a key player in the distribution of health insurance. From timely topics such as Medicare, and trending topics like consumer driven health plans (CDHPs) and our own private insurance exchange, which was designed with the producer in mind – we are discussing what matters most to your future – right now!

Posted October 9th, 2012 in Individuals

Don’t let unspent FSA dollars haunt you

It can be scary to think about how much health care costs you and your family. If you have a flexible spending account (FSA), there’s no need to fear. Flexible Benefit Service LLC (Flex) has conjured up six not so spooky ways to use your FSA before the end of your plan year.

  1. Prescriptions – Don’t be afraid to ask. Your doctor can write a prescription for everyday over-the-counter items.
Posted September 18th, 2012 in Employers, Producers

You are a business owner, human resource or benefits professional, or even an insurance broker. You are trying to help run a business or assist another businesses needs. You do not have time to learn all the ins-and-outs of every employee benefits offering or business process that comes across your desk.

You do, however, want to make available an employee benefits package that engages and retains employees, while promoting wellness. And, you keep reading in the news about account-based health plans, namely flexible spending accounts (FSAs), becoming a staple in offerings across the nation – and rightfully so.

Posted September 4th, 2012 in Individuals, Employers, Producers

Marketplace recognition increases and enrollment grows - and it's about time!

We continue to see an increase in news, surveys and reports that consumer driven health plans (CDHPs) and tax-advantaged programs are growing in popularity and enabling more Americans to make better health care decisions. We strongly agree, but this is not new to us at Flexible Benefit Service LLC (Flex).

Posted August 28th, 2012 in Individuals, Employers, Producers

The Benefits Buzz Blog was created with the simple idea of getting relevant information to you - when you want it. From updates on health care reform, the employee benefits industry, compliance, continuing education and more – we invite you to read and walk away with some value adds to help you get through the day smarter.

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