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DOL Sample Notices from Employers to Employees – REQUIRED!

This month, the DOL provided temporary guidance and sample notices that employers can use to inform employees about the exchanges.  The original deadline for providing this  was 3/1/13 but has been changed to 10/1/13 to coincide with the Exchange or … Continue reading

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American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012

Although Congress averted many of the consequences of a possible tumble over the fiscal cliff with last-minute action, we would like you to be aware of the impact of the bill that was passed — known as the American Taxpayer … Continue reading

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Have a Blue Cross Policy? Check out their new wellness portal!

http://www.bcbstx.com/member/index.html – login here Learn more about the wellness portal here: http://www.pages02.net/hcscnosuppression/lifetimes_1112_resources_well_on_target_liveon_all/?spMailingID=4890430&spUserID=MjU2MDg5MTgxOTYS1&spJobID=294440053&spReportId=Mjk0NDQwMDUzS0 Take health assessments. Take online classess on health eating, weight management, managing stress, tobacco cessation. Earn points and redeem for prizes in their online shopping mall. Track your diet … Continue reading

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Looking for a healthy game-day chili recipe?

Try this Slow Cooker White Chili recipe, courtesy of Whole Foods, that is guaranteed NOT to blow your diet! http://wholefoodsmarket.com/recipes/3177

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Preventive Services Covered Under the Affordable Care Act: follow the link for a list

Preventive Services If you have a new health insurance plan or insurance policy beginning on or after September 23, 2010, many preventive services must be covered without your having to pay a copayment or co-insurance or meet your deductible. This applies only … Continue reading

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Most people are willing to have more preventive health services done if they were FREE.

It’s quite possible that many services are available at no cost to you.  Visit the Prevention & Wellness page on Healthcare.gov to find out what many insurers are required to cover.

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Over 65 and working for a company with an HSA?

Before you start contributing, you need to familiarize yourself with how this affects your Social Security benefits and how Medicare comes into play. According to the notice issued by the IRS in 2004 (Notice 2004-50, in Internal Revenue Bulletin 2004-33 – … Continue reading

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Does FREE preventive healthcare for you and your family sound good?

It’s possible that under the Affordable Care Act, you and your family may be eligible. What does this mean for you?  If your plan is subject to these new requirements, you may not have to pay a copayment, co-insurance, or … Continue reading

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SHB and Bland I.S.D.

SHB and Bland I.S.D.

Thank you to the Bland Independent School District for a great Employee Benefits Fair last week!
Pictured: SHB staff members, Julissa Chubbs, Alicia Speer and Bryan Keathley with the Superintendents of Bland I.S.D. before the 2012 employee benefits enrollment.

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Preventing Dehydration in Kids – Fall sports are approaching

From our friends at BlueCross Blue Shield: Before the glare of the Friday night lights or the divots on the soccer field, follow these tips to make sure your young athlete is well-fueled and hydrated for a new season of … Continue reading

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