Employee Benefit Advisors

2017 ACA Required Contribution Percentages

The required contribution percentages for 2017 used to determine whether individuals are eligible for a premium tax credit and whether individuals are eligible for an affordability exemption from the individual mandate have increased. Premium Tax Credit Eligibility will increase to 9.69% – Percentage is used to determine if an individual is eligible for a premium […]

Wellness: Prevention Pays

The Public Health Institute claims for every $1 spent on workplace wellness programs can save up to $6. Programs can reduce sick leave, medical costs and workers’ comp claims by 25%. A 1% reduction in health risks could save $83 – $103 annually in medical costs per person. Even if the claims are exaggerated threefold […]