COBRA Premium Assistance Program Ending

08/13/2021

Posted by: Alex Qian in Informational

The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) provided new and temporary COBRA premium assistance for Assistance Eligible Individuals. This premium assistance went into effect on April 1, 2021. It is set to expire on September 30, 2021. With this program coming to an end soon...

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Preparing for Open Enrollment – Steps to Take Now

07/01/2021

Posted by: Alex Qian in Informational

Last year’s open enrollment came during the middle of the pandemic, when many companies were still adjusting to remote work arrangements. This year’s open enrollment might be just as challenging. The pandemic is still ongoing, and many people are still workin...

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Do Small Businesses Have to Offer Benefits?

05/07/2021

Posted by: Alex Qian in Informational

For any small business, the decision to take on employees is a big move. Employers must navigate employment laws, including wage and hour requirements and anti-discrimination legislation. Employers must also consider their employee benefits package. Here’s a look ...

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The Healthcare Implications of the American Rescue Plan Act

04/06/2021

Posted by: Alex Qian in Informational

President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act into law on March 11, 2021. While many people have focused on the $1,400 stimulus payments, the coronavirus relief bill includes many other provisions. Many of these provisions will have a significant and direct im...

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Why Offer Employee Benefits?

03/08/2021

Posted by: Alex Qian in Informational

Employers devote substantial resources to employee benefits. They are both expensive and labor intensive. So, if you’ve never offered benefits to your employees before, you may be wondering if it’s worth it. Going without employee benefits is certainly a simp...

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Altura Benefits Achieves Marketplace Elite Circle of Champions Status

02/16/2021

Posted by: Alex Qian in Informational

After successfully enrolling more than 100 consumers in qualified health plan coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace, Altura Benefits joins the ranks of the 2021 Marketplace Elite Circle of Champions as an Elite member. This achievement, from the Cente...

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The Most Desired Employee Benefits for 2021

02/10/2021

Posted by: Alex Qian in Informational

Offering a strong benefits package can help your company attract and retain top talent. But what exactly counts as a strong benefits package these days? Although some of the most popular employee benefits remain the same, today’s employees have new expectations. H...

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Employee Benefits Compliance Services

08/06/2020

Posted by: Alex Qian in Informational

It can be tough to navigate the ever-growing labyrinth of compliance-related laws, policies, and guidelines. This is why we've streamlined the entire process. Our employee benefits compliance services and tools ensure your business operates in accordance with all fe...

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Group Vision Insurance in Utah

07/23/2020

Posted by: Alex Qian in Informational

Do you offer your Utah employees group vision insurance? If not, consider adding it to your insurance offerings! Experienced, highly trained employees are at a premium these days, so courting them with superior benefits packages is a must if you hope to secure the best ...

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Utah Health Insurance Laws in 2020

06/30/2020

Posted by: Alex Qian in Informational

A comprehensive guide for small business owners in Utah who want to stay compliant. Utah health insurance laws are a complex labyrinth of federal and state legislation but, as a Utah business, you need to adhere to these requirements. Generally, the law requires ...

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Utah COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Resources For Employers

04/15/2020

Posted by: Alex Qian in Informational

Altura Benefits wants to ensure all individuals and employers have access to the resources they need on COVID-19 in Utah. Therefore, this page contains a list of resources for employers to provide to employees to stay up-to-date with COVID-19. You’ll find helpful ...

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