January 18, 2024
Compliance Alert | ACA Reporting Updates, Obligations & Deadlines
Do you have a plan for meeting your ACA Reporting obligation? At a time when IRS ACA penalties are increasing, paper filing is disappearing and submissions are getting more complex, the urgency for timely and compliant filing is more important than ever. ACA Reporting Updates Please review the ...
January 16, 2024
Employee Benefits: Tailoring Benefits to the Unique Needs of Baby Boomers
Multigenerational diversity characterizes the modern workforce, ranging from the Silent Generation to Generation Z. Each generation brings its own set of preferences and needs regarding employee benefits. A recent MetLife survey reveals that many employees feel that their benefits fall short of ...
January 11, 2024
Compliance Recap | December 2023
December provided employers an opportunity to review year-end compliance to prepare for the new year. Employers confirmed that their worksite posters are appropriate for the type of business, number of employees, and state, and are the most recent version. Employers who are applicable large ...
January 11, 2024
Advocacy in Action | Home Health Services
A member was being billed over $4,000 for home health services. The member was very upset as he did not have money to pay the charges. He called The Purple Card® to see what they could do to help. The Patient Advocate contacted the home health service provider and the carrier’s claim department ...
January 9, 2024
Workplace Culture: Navigating Corporate Social Responsibility
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has evolved from a voluntary initiative to an important business strategy that influencing brand perception, employee engagement, and investor relations. CSR can include: charitable donations disaster relief employee volunteer programs sponsorships ...
January 2, 2024
Dear HR Manager from Concerned Boss
Dear HR Manager, One of my team members has hearing loss and can find it challenging to hear meeting discussions. How can I better support this employee? – Concerned Boss Dear Concerned Boss, Hearing loss is a growing health issue. By supporting your employee with hearing loss, you can increase ...
December 15, 2023
Advocacy in Action | Updating Insurance Cards and Recovering Claims
A member called into Purple Card because she had received a bill for $4,138.75. She believed she did not owe this amount to the facility because her insurance plan should have paid some if not all of the amount. The Patient Advocate reviewed the bill and contacted the provider’s billing office ...
December 12, 2023
Employee Benefits | A Strategic Approach to Crafting Employee Benefits that Matter
Creating a successful employee benefits package in today’s competitive job market requires a strategic approach: actively listen to employees understand employee motivations overcome perceived cost barriers A recent survey highlights the importance of ongoing evaluation and consultation with ...
December 7, 2023
Workplace Culture | Integrating AI in HR
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is profoundly reshaping the landscape of human resources (HR), revolutionizing traditional processes and unlocking new possibilities. From recruitment to employee engagement, HR teams are finding applications for AI that streamline workflows, enhance ...
December 5, 2023
Dear HR Manager from Accommodating Boss
Dear HR Manager: My office celebrates Christmas, but my team is multicultural, and I don’t want to offend anyone. How do I include them in the holiday spirit? – Accommodating Boss Dear Accommodating Boss: This time of year has many joyful traditions – Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Pancha ...
