May 22, 2025
Advocacy in Action | HR Relief
The Purple Card recently received an email from a Human Resource Director. She was so excited about the feedback that she was getting from her employees. Employee benefits are one thing she does not have to worry about! Because of The Purple Card, she won’t have to worry about employees going ...
May 22, 2025
Federal Agencies Announce Pause in Enforcement of 2024 Mental Health Parity Rule
On May 15, 2025, the U.S. Departments of Labor (DOL), Health and Human Services (HHS), and the Treasury (IRS) (collectively, “the Departments”) issued an anticipated nonenforcement policy regarding the 2024 Final Rule implementing the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA). This ...
May 20, 2025
Dear HR Manager from Sorting the Genuine from the Generated Resumes
Lately, I’m seeing spotless resumes—flawless phrasing, our values echoed back to us, and cover letters that hit every note. However, in interviews, some of these candidates fall flat. Am I seeing better prep—or are AI tools doing the heavy lifting? And how do I stay objective without assuming ...
May 19, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions about the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) Fee
Updated May 2025 Q1: What plans does the PCORI fee apply to? A1: All plans that provide medical coverage to employees owe this fee. Medical coverage includes preferred provider (PPO) plans, health maintenance organization (HMO) plans, point-of-service (POS) plans, high deductible health (HDHP) ...
May 13, 2025
Workplace Culture | Rebuilding Trust After Layoffs
Layoffs—even when necessary—leave a lasting mark on workplace culture. Beyond the immediate impact on those who exit, remaining employees often experience uncertainty, guilt, and decreased engagement. This emotional residue can quietly erode retention and productivity long after restructuring ...
May 7, 2025
Compliance Recap | April 2025
The Maryland Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance program is delayed, and the definition of “Employer” under Maryland’s Parental Leave Act gains clarification. The DOL released an updated version of the CHIP Model Notice and covered employers under the San Francisco Health Care Security ...
May 6, 2025
Employee Benefits | Rethinking What Modern Benefits Mean
You may feel that your benefits offerings are up to date—but your employees might disagree. Nearly 3 in 4 employees say they struggle to afford anything beyond basic living expenses. As day-to-day living costs increase and personal responsibilities grow, the gap between what companies offer and ...
April 29, 2025
Dear HR Manager from Managing a Stretched Team
Dear HR Manager, Over the past year, several team members have stepped up—leading meetings, mentoring junior colleagues, and driving critical projects. Despite this, their titles and compensation remain the same. A few have started to voice concerns, and I’m sensing growing frustration. Failing ...
April 24, 2025
Advocacy in Action | Requiring Proof for Denied Claims
A member contacted her Patient Advocate for help with 4 bills being denied by the insurance carrier as not covered under the plan. The Patient Advocate reviewed the bills and plan details and then contacted the insurance carrier to find out why they were denying coverage. The carrier told the ...
April 22, 2025
Employee Benefits | Prioritizing Pet Insurance
Offering pet-related benefits—especially pet insurance—is becoming a meaningful way for employers to attract and retain talent. As more employees advocate for support beyond traditional employee benefits, pet insurance has emerged as a sought-after perk that reflects a modern, responsive ...
