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Group Health Plans: Cost-Saving Strategies

Group Health Plans: Cost-Saving Strategies

Providing health coverage to employees is expensive, especially with medical costs projected to rise by 9% in 2026. Employers in Illinois face tough choices when structuring their contributions. Two common approaches are: Percentage-of-premium models: Employers cover...
IRS Guidelines for Medicare Premium Deductions

IRS Guidelines for Medicare Premium Deductions

Medicare premiums can help lower your taxes, but most Americans don’t know how. Here’s what you need to know: Medicare premiums are tax-deductible: This includes premiums for Part B, Part D, Medicare Advantage (Part C), and even voluntary Part A (if paid...
Solving Employee Retention with Custom Health Plans

Solving Employee Retention with Custom Health Plans

Employee turnover is expensive, especially for small businesses. Replacing a mid-level employee earning $65,000 can cost up to $65,000. Health benefits are a major factor in keeping employees, but only 57% of small businesses in Illinois offer them, compared to 96% of...
Medicare Part A vs. Part B: Key Differences

Medicare Part A vs. Part B: Key Differences

Medicare is split into two primary parts: Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance). Together, they form the foundation of Medicare coverage, but each serves a distinct purpose. Part A: Covers inpatient care like hospital stays, skilled nursing...