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Building a Successful Virtual Open Enrollment Campaign

Employee Benefits, Open Enrollment, Solutions

  If you’re re-imagining the Open Enrollment experience this year, you’re not alone.  Many employers have transitioned to a completely virtual Open Enrollment experience, using creativity and relying on fresh digital strategies to augment their Open Enrollment.  P&A Group can help create and deliver an Open Enrollment campaign that keeps your employees informed and engaged. …

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Use Your Health FSA to Get Back-to-School Ready

Flexible Spending Accounts, Participant

School is just around the corner.  Whether students will be back in the classroom or will continue virtual learning, preparations for the start of the new academic year are underway for many families.  As you stock up on back-to-school essentials, save some money by using your Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA) on eligible expenses.  Consider…

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COBRA Extensions in the Time of COVID-19: Three Key Deadlines

COBRA, Employee Benefits

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, more and more Americans are going on COBRA for their group health plans. With over 5 million Americans who lost insurance coverage this spring, that number isn’t expected to go down anytime soon. In fact, studies are projecting that number to reach 10 million by December. Under Notice 2020-01, the…

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Virtual Open Enrollment: 3 Tips When You Enroll in a Flex Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts, FSA, Open Enrollment

For many of us, the normal workplace landscape has changed significantly this year. With many employers opting to host a virtual Open Enrollment, employees will need to keep an eye on their inbox for updates. When it comes to your Flexible Spending Account (FSA), here are three tips to consider during Open Enrollment.   Know…

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Changing Your FSA Election During the Coronavirus Crisis

Flexible Spending Accounts, Participant

  Recently, there have been many changes happening in the benefits industry to help provide relief for Americans impacted by COVID-19. Under IRS Notice 2020-29, employers can allow for mid-year changes to 2020 Health FSAs and Dependent Care FSAs. If your employer adopts this provision, you can change your FSA election mid-year – without waiting…

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P&A Group’s SmartFlex Program: How to Increase FSA Participation

Employee Benefits, Employer, Flexible Spending Accounts, P&A Group, Solutions

  Many employers and employees have adapted to remote or hybrid work routines.  With more employees home, communicating with your workforce is more essential than ever, especially when your company needs to deliver important messages, like during Open Enrollment.  If you need help connecting with your employees, look no further than P&A Group’s SmartFlex program,…

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