Mental Health & Oral Health: Examining the Connections
Posted: December 25, 2024
Your emotional state has an impact on how you dress and take care of yourself. If you’re feeling blue, you’re more likely to neglect self-care, such as brushing or washing your teeth. If one were to visit an institution and examine the inmates’ oral health, one would likely find some pretty shocking conditions. But what about the everyday person? Is there a connection between the...
Health Insurance Tips for Open Enrollment Season
Posted: October 25, 2024
Open enrollment season is the annual window when individuals can sign up for or change their health insurance coverage. Typically lasting a few weeks, it offers a critical opportunity to adjust your plan based on changing healthcare needs. Whether you’re renewing your current plan or considering new options, reviewing your coverage is essential. Making informed decisions during this period ensures you have the right benefits...
Take the Leap: Group Benefits that Elevate the Employee Experience
Posted: February 28, 2024
Once every four years, we get to experience the unique event of a leap year, which adds an extra day to our calendars, making February a 29-day month. As we approach this rare occurrence, it's worth drawing a parallel between it and the challenge of finding the right employees for your company. Just like a leap year, securing top talents doesn't happen every day, but...
Do I Need To Offer My Employees Dental & Vision Plans?
Posted: August 28, 2020
Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), employers with 50 or more full-time employees must provide health insurance or pay a hefty penalty to the IRS. Smaller companies that are not required to provide health insurance to their employees can benefit from the Small Employer Health Care Tax Credit under ACA, provided they pay at least half of their employees’ health insurance premiums. But what about...
Is Dental Insurance Worth It If I Only See My Dentist For Cleanings?
Posted: December 10, 2019
We all know the importance of having medical insurance with the rising costs of healthcare today. But what about dental insurance? Is it worth it if your oral health is good, you brush and floss regularly, and you only see your dentist twice a year for a cleaning and exam? Dental Insurance Is Different Than Medical Insurance Dental insurance is a completely different product than...