It’s no secret that health insurance premiums have been steadily rising for many years. For employers, this means an ongoing search for ways to save money while continuing to offer quality benefits for employees. One innovative concept for self-funded employers that is rapidly growing in popularity is Reference Based Pricing, or “RBP”. RBP strategies have the potential to save significant amounts of money for both employers and employees. However, they also require special care to ensure success for both parties. Let’s take a look at how these plans work, as well as some of the pros and cons for employers considering this strategy.

Question: What is the current status of the court case that is challenging the ACA’s constitutionality? Short Answer:  At this time, the case’s current status does not impact employers’ group health plans (e.g., it’s business as usual). However, employers should stay informed for the final decision in this case. Some states have already announced they will challenge this …

HR Legal Issues/Updates: Expungement of criminal records and employer liability: Effective Dec. 27, 2018, among other things, SC employers must not use expunged information adversely against an employee, and an employer who employs a worker with an expungement must not be subject to any administrative or legal claim (for example, negligent hiring) related to the …

For most of us, given the choice between a helping of creamy, cheesy, noodle-y casserole, and a plate of raw greens with a splash of lemon juice — we’d go for the casserole hands-down. We know the greens are packed with nutrition and low in calories, but on a cool late-fall day, there’s something about …