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Read about leading practices in employee benefits.
Monday, 21 November 2022 00:05
Gobble up These Tip on Surprise Medical Bills
Written by Kristen Russell
Have your employees ever sought medical care and later found that their medical bill was higher than expected? They may have felt angry and upset at this sudden and unexpected financial burden and come to you for help and explanation.The two reasons this typically happens are: Services were provided at…
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Many employers are now focused on total wellness or well-being, to include all facets of employee health, not just physical health. This can produce a well-rounded workforce and help improve productivity, employee morale and customer service.This toolkit includes information on the main facets of well-being Physical Mental Financial Social CLICK…
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Wednesday, 25 May 2022 00:25
[Webinar] Employee Engagement & Absence Management: Do Your Policies and Communications Meet Your Goals?
Written by Kristen Russell
Watch the on-demand webinar to discover how you can keep employees aware and engaged and ensure your policies align with your business goals.CLICK HERE to watch the recording.
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Cancer is the second-highest cause of death in the United States, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). In addition, nearly 2 million people are diagnosed with some form of cancer annually. Employers are in a unique position to help lessen the financial and emotional burdens of cancer on their…
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Wednesday, 11 May 2022 23:37
Your One-Stop Shop for Valuable Human Resources Information
Written by Kristen Russell
As our client, you have access to a powerful tool, AleraHR (ThinkHR-Mineral), provided through our parent company, Alera Group. With information about anything from compliance to creating handbooks and employee onboarding procedures, AleraHR is your one-stop resource for all things HR. - The Learn platform allows employers to assign courses…
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Wednesday, 04 May 2022 23:26
Human Resources Toolkit: Employee Engagement
Written by Kristen Russell
High employee engagement can lead to success, while low engagement can harm productivity. Engaged employees are more than just satisfied with their jobs, they are committed to the organization and its goals.This HR Toolkit includes valuable engagement resources, like proven engagement practices, engagement ROI factors and sample materials.
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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many employers are adopting remote and virtual practices—including interviewing. This toolkit is designed to guide you step by step through the virtual interview process and help you find the right people for your organization.
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Thursday, 21 January 2021 10:32
Flexible Spending Accounts Get Even More Flexible
Written by Chelsea Nunziato
It’s likely not a surprise that last year saw a decline in healthcare spending due to closed medical offices and many other factors related to COVID-19. Because of this, provisions were included in December’s Consolidated Appropriations Act for both health Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts…
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Friday, 23 October 2020 10:28
Fall River Client Saves $200,000 with Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Written by Adam Wright
Fall River has written in past articles about how Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs) can be a valuable cost-containment strategy while effectively rendering employees’ benefits unchanged. We recently completed an internal analysis of one client who was able to slash their effective renewal increase down from 15% to 5% by adjusting…
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Thursday, 24 September 2020 22:33
Taking Virtual Open Enrollment to the Next Level
Written by Amy De Lorenzo
It’s clear that virtual open enrollment meetings are part of our new normal. Whether you’ve been doing them for years or for the first time this year, there’s a lot to consider if you want to make them as successful as possible. Fall River has been assisting our clients with…
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Thursday, 23 July 2020 09:40
Slash Healthcare Costs Without Slashing Benefits
Written by Kristen Russell
Healthcare costs have increased faster than inflation almost every year for at least the last 30 years. Switching carriers, raising out-of-pocket costs, and asking employees to pay more out of their paychecks should be your last resort.
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At Fall River we understand that during the past few months, everyone has been focused on the Coronavirus. As employers start to come up for air and tally up the financial hits from the pandemic, it’s more crucial than ever to find ways to save money and still be able…
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At Fall River we receive many questions regarding disability policies, and COVID-19 has introduced a plethora of new inquiries. Since disability provisions can be confusing and can vary between carriers, we’ve gathered a list of the most common questions our clients have posed to us.
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Friday, 03 April 2020 13:52
Standalone Telemedicine Offers Savings Opportunities
Written by Adam Wright
Telemedicine has been a solution for employers and employees seeking more convenient round-the-clock care for years. Since the COVID-19 pandemic began and traditional in-person doctor’s offices have closed or moved to restricted visits, telehealth is no longer a novel benefit, but a vital part of any benefits package.
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