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We often associate Family Leave with new mothers, but do you know how it affects new fathers? Contact us to learn which employees are eligible for both paid and unpaid leave and the differences between these policies depending on an employee’s state or region.

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Ascela designs, delivers and administers customized solutions to employer groups of all sizes. With market knowledge, creativity and a uniquely personal touch, we ensure our clients and partners meet and exceed their business objectives.

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We usually associate with the birth and care of an employee’s newborn—but did you know it also includes adoption and foster care?

Contact us to learn more about FMLA and which employers are subject to this law: https://ascela.com/

Disability insurance is one of the most misunderstood types of ancillary benefits, but it doesn’t have to be.

Our experts will help you understand the options available to you and your employees and help you protect your ability to earn a living.

Contact us to learn more: https://www.ascela.com/contact

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions of the AAPI community.

At Ascela, we’d like to extend our appreciation to our AAPI employees, partners and community members for helping shape our country and the benefits industry.

Are you required to file a Health and Welfare Form 5500? Join our webinar to find out 👉🏻 https://www.ascela.com/post/erisa-compliance-101-form-5500-filings-employer-services-compliance-webinar-series-1

✔ Identify plans that are required to file a Form 5500
✔ Determine the filing due date
✔ Remedy delinquent filings with the use of the Delinquent Filer Voluntary Compliance Program (DFVCP)

In this blog, we explore the basics of self-funding and points to consider when you’re evaluating the plan options available to your business and its employees.

Read more: https://www.ascela.com/post/self-funding-vs-fully-insured-where-do-i-start

Self-Funding vs. Fully-Insured: Where Do I Start? According to a recent Kaiser Family Foundation Study, employer-sponsored insurance plans covered almost 159 million nonelderly people in 2022. Out of those covered workers, 65% of were enrolled in a self-funded plan. The average family premium has increased 20% since 2017 and as costs continue to ri...

National Employee Benefits Day is a perfect time for benefits administrators and employers to take a step back and look at the big picture—and take advantage of new resources for plan participants and beneficiaries.

This year’s theme focuses on building a better work-life balance, and what that means for different organizations.

Learn how you can help your employees lead happier, healthier and more balanced lives: https://www.ascela.com/post/celebrate-national-employee-benefits-day-april-6-2023

Celebrate National Employee Benefits Day! | April 6, 2023 🎉 National Employee Benefits Day is a perfect time for benefits administrators and employers to take a step back and look at the big picture—and take advantage of new resources for plan participants and beneficiaries. This year’s theme focuses on building a better work-life balance, and what that ...

Key Topics & Critical Information for Employers
For important details, timely information and exclusive access to webinars on prominent topics, we encourage you to visit the Q1 2023 Legislative Review page.

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Q1 2023 | Legislative Review for Employers Key Topics & Critical Information for Employers For important details, timely information and exclusive access to webinars on prominent topics, we encourage you to visit the Q1 2023 Legislative Review page, powered by our general agency partner: Savoy.

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In 2022, 65% of covered workers were enrolled in a self-funded plan. With added control, access to more data and lower costs, self-funded plans are growing in popularity among employer groups of all sizes.

Join Chris Vanderwolk for an overview of self-funding, when employers should consider this option, and the rewards and risks that come along with them.

Register today: https://www.ascela.com/post/self-funding-opportunities-and-obstacles-webinar-on-4-19

Employers can expect employee healthcare costs to increase by 6.5% in 2023, totaling more than $14K per employee. In order to better control costs, it is crucial to analyze and identify what is driving increases in your healthcare plans spending.

Full article: https://www.ascela.com/post/how-underperforming-doctors-affect-benefits-costs-and-how-to-fix-it

How Underperforming Doctors Affect Benefits Costs and How to Fix It How is doctor performance affecting your benefits plans costs? Employers can expect employee healthcare costs to increase by 6.5% in 2023, totaling more than $14K per employee, according to AON’s projections. In order to better control costs, it is crucial to analyze and identify what is driving i...

Although has been around since 2010, there have been numerous updates and changes—and chances are you have questions. Our team of experts can help answer these questions and more!

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Ramadan Mubarak! Wishing you a blessed holy month.

Claims data gives you access to employee demographics, diagnosis codes, dates of service, and the cost of services—all of which can be used to better understand concerns employees are facing.

Data can also help you identify the top cost drivers and adjust and adapt plans accordingly.

Learn more: https://www.ascela.com/post/common-questions-your-healthcare-data-can-answer

Common Questions Your Healthcare Data Can Answer Are you leveraging medical and pharmacy claims data to answer key questions about plan utilization? Using claims data to your advantage can help you understand how plan participants utilize their benefits, which subsequently allows you to manage trends and reduce costs for you and your employees. Ov...

may mean an extra hour of sunlight, but for most it means one less hour of sleep.

Here are some tips to help you and your employees power through the transition this weekend: https://www.sleepfoundation.org/circadian-rhythm/daylight-saving-time

On April 9, 2022, the Maryland General Assembly overrode Governor Larry Hogan’s veto of the Time to Care Act of 2022 to establish a mandatory paid leave program. This program will provide for up to 12 weeks of paid leave for all employees in the State who meet minimum eligibility criteria.

To learn key information and the timeline of this program, visit: https://www.ascela.com/post/know-the-facts-maryland-paid-family-leave

Know the Facts | Maryland Paid Family Leave Last year, on April 9, 2022, the Maryland General Assembly overrode Governor Larry Hogan’s veto of the Time to Care Act of 2022 to establish a mandatory paid leave program. This program will provide for up to 12 weeks of paid leave for all employees in the State who meet minimum eligibility criter...

! May you have a very joyous and colorful celebration!

What’s the best way to show your employees you care? Offering benefits they genuinely want and need.

Schedule a review of your benefits package with our team of experts, and we’ll provide innovative and purposeful solutions to make sure you’re meeting your employees’ needs.

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Ascela Celebrates Women’s History Month!

Thank you to all of the amazing women of Ascela and their contributions in both their professional and personal lives. Happy !

How can you show your employees you care?

Let Ascela review your benefits package to make sure you’re meeting your employees’ needs.

Our experts can assist you in expanding your benefits beyond medical as well as provide hands-on support throughout the entire year.

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Are you communicating your benefits to employees beyond open enrollment season? And, are your communications engaging and effective?

Visit our blog for tips on creating effective benefits communications.

Plus, download our free employee communications calendar to help you get started. 👉🏽 https://www.ascela.com/post/elevate-your-employee-benefits-communication-strategy-in-2023