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Understanding HR 6201: Families First Coronavirus Response Act

Understanding HR 6201: Families First Coronavirus Response Act

As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to impact our daily lives, we must keep up to date with new government acts and announcements to remain aware of what is changing. Many of us are transitioning to new, isolated lifestyles as a precautionary measure to diminish the spread of this contagious virus, but unfortunately, some may already be exposed. 

Yesterday, the House and Senate passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. From there, the Act was promptly signed by the President of the United States, to take effect April 2, 2020. Within the new Act, there are two sections related...

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What is an HRA, Anyway!?

What is an HRA, Anyway!?

The employee benefits landscape is confusing, to say the least. When I first started my career with Medcom Benefit Solutions, I didn't have a clue about HRAs, HSAs, FSAs, or any of the extra benefits employers offer. Honestly, money terms, investment plans, insurance details really make me nervous. I get intimidated by what I don't know and afraid to try to learn more. However, at Medcom I'm encouraged to learn more so I could help others better understand the language and the perks of these additional employee benefits. It has definitely been a learning...

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Automatically Renew Your Compliance Services

Automatically Renew Your Compliance Services

Have you heard of Medcom’s very own Compliance Portal? If you have, then you already know that it’s a swiss army knife of compliance tools at your fingertips. If you haven’t heard of it, It’s called the Medcom Bridge, or just Bridge if you’re in a hurry. It's a tool built by Medcom for brokers, meant to make the entire process of becoming IRS compliant, and ensuring your client's compliance, that much easier.

How you ask? Well, to learn more about the Bridge,...

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7 Things to Know About Telemedicine

7 Things to Know About Telemedicine

I recently used my organization’s offered telemedicine program, and it was AWESOME! I’d been sick for a few days, knowing it felt a lot like a sinus infection. I decided to treat myself at home, but over-the-counter sinus meds and using the neti pot only helped so much, and I was way too busy to be sick. So, I looked up the intro email provided by my HR manager, clicked the link, and was amazed by how effective and easy the process was for me.

According to the Employee Benefits Survey, completed in 2019...

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