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Compliance in Motion – June 2025
Download the PDF here! McGOHAN BRABENDER’SJUNE 2025 New Mental Health Parity Rules on Pause: What Employers Need to Know On May 15, 2025, the federal government announced that, for now, it will not enforce the new mental health parity rules issued in September 2024. This pause comes while the administration reviews a legal challenge filed […]
McGohan Brabender Awarded #1 Best Place to Work in Indiana for 2025
(INDIANAPOLIS) — As an annual rite of spring, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce celebrates the Best Places to Work in Indiana companies. This year, rankings were revealed in five categories at the awards dinner, which was held tonight at the JW Marriott Indianapolis. This marked the 20th anniversary for this popular program. The theme of this year’s celebration […]
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Compliance in Motion – May 2025
Download the PDF here! Texas District Court Determines IRS 226-J Penalty Letters Cannot Be the First Notice of Exchange Tax Credits to Employers On April 10, 2025, the Northern District Court of Fort Worth ruled in Faulk Co., Inc. v. Becerra that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) must be the one to […]
Read MoreCompliance in Motion – April 2025
Download the PDF here! The Affordable Care Act (ACA) Just Turned 15 Years Old! The ACA has had a tumultuous ride but has solidified itself as a permanent fixture in American health care as we know it. Since some Human Resource professionals may not even know what life was like before the ACA, here are […]
Read MoreCompliance in Motion – March 2025
Click here to download the full PDF! ACA Reporting (6055 and 6056) Deadlines ACA reporting is coming due in March! The 2024 forms and instructions have been outfor months. However, new relief previously available to small employers now extends tolarge employers, allowing them to only provide 1095 forms to individuals upon requeststarting March 3 as […]
Read MoreCelebrating Women’s History Month: Stories of Leadership and Progress at McGohan Brabender
Throughout history, women have made remarkable contributions to society—from Amelia Earhart breaking barriers in aviation to Maya Angelou inspiring change with her powerful words. In every field, from science and politics to culture and arts, women have driven change. At McGohan Brabender, the women on our team are no exception—making their own impact every day […]
Read MoreCompliance in Motion – February 2025
Click here to open and download this PDF! 2025 Adjusted Penalty Amounts Released The Department of Labor (DOL) issued the 2025 annual adjustments to penalties applicable to group health plan benefits. The 2025 amounts are effective for penalties assessed after January 15, 2025 for violations occurring after November 2, 2015. WHO THIS APPLIES TO: All […]
Read MoreCompliance Alert – February 2025
Click here to download the PDF! New Administration’s Impact on Employee Benefits There has been a flurry of executive orders issued by the incoming presidential administration, some of which may impact employers in their benefits programs and employment practices. While we expect legal challenges, we want to provide some thoughts for consideration by employers questioning […]
Read MoreMB has been awarded the Platinum Recognition level from the Healthy Business Council of Ohio
THE HEALTHY BUSINESS COUNCIL OF OHIO CELEBRATES McGOHAN BRABENDER The Healthy Business Council of Ohio (HBCO) has announced that 84 Ohio employers have been recognized for healthy worksite practices in 2024. All 84 worksites have received recognition within the state-wide organization’s tiered Healthy Worksite Recognition Program. Among the recipients being honored is McGohan Brabender. The […]
Read MoreCompliance in Motion – January 2025
Click here to download this PDF! Click here to listen to the audio version on Side Affects! JANUARY 2025 Congress Has Not Yet Passed Telehealth Relief for HSAs The bipartisan deal originally struck to prevent government shutdown included a two-year extension allowing telehealth benefits at low- or no-cost before the deductible in an HSA-qualified plan. […]
Read MoreMB Promotion: Abby Holcomb, Executive Vice President, Key Accounts
McGohan Brabender is pleased to announce the promotion of Abby Holcomb to Executive Vice President, Key Accounts effective 1/1/25. Abby has served in multiple roles since her March 22, 2010, hire date, and was previously a Senior Account Executive. Abby works in our Cincinnati office. “Abby’s leadership, experience and heart for serving our clients, community […]
Read MoreCompliance in Motion – December 2024
Click here to download this PDF! McGohan Brabender’s End-of-Year Reminders for January 1 Plan Years As 2024 draws to a close, we want to provide employers with a list of some of the most important compliance obligations to consider for January 1 renewals. Many of these requirements do not necessarily coincide with specific calendar dates, […]
Read MoreMcGohan Brabender VP of HR, Suzanne Meek Announced in 2025 Leadership Dayton Class
The 2025 Leadership Dayton Class has been announced, and we’re thrilled to celebrate Suzanne Meek, PHR, Vice President of Human Resources, on her selection for this program through the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce! Leadership Dayton is the fourth oldest community leadership program in the U.S. and it offers participants an in-depth look at our […]
Read MoreCompliance in Motion – December 2024
Click here to download this PDF! Attestations for Gag Clause Prohibition Compliance Due to CMS by December 31, 2024 The Departments issued joint FAQ Guidance related to compliance with the prohibition of “gag clauses” as required under the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA). Specifically, the rules require plans and issuers to submit a compliance […]
Read MoreCompliance in Motion – November 2024
Click here to download this PDF! FAQ: How do employers comply with the HIPAA Reproductive Health Care rules by December 23, 2024? Employers must conduct HIPAA training to incorporate these new requirements. The updated HIPAA course, which includes the recent changes, is available in the LMS section of the MB Client Portal. To access the […]
Read MoreCompliance in Motion – October 2024
Click this link to download the PDF! IRS Releases 2025 Inflation Adjustments including FSA Maximum The IRS issued Rev. Procedure 2024-40 listing certain tax inflation adjustments for a wide variety of benefits arrangements, including health FSA contribution limits, qualified transportation and parking benefits, qualified small employer health reimbursement arrangements (QSEHRAs), the small employer health insurance […]
Read MoreMcGohan Brabender Named One of the Healthiest Employers of Ohio
McGohan Brabender has been recognized in the 2024 Healthiest Employers of Ohio, an awards program created to honor people-first organizations that prioritize the well-being of their employee population. These companies were recognized because of their commitment to workplace wellness and their exceptional health and benefits offerings. Even with many employers returning to the office or […]
Read MoreCompliance in Motion – September 30, 2024
Click here to download this PDF! MLR Rebates Reminder for Employers Carriers are required to send out Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) payments to employers by September 30th. WHO THIS APPLIES TO: • Large employers with fully-insured health plans who receive an MLR check • Small employers with fully-insured health plans who receive an MLR check […]
Read MoreMB President, Beth Ferrin is named one of DBJ’s 2024 “Women Who Mean Business”
McGohan Brabender President, Beth Ferrin has been recognized as one of Dayton’s “Women Who Mean Business!” The Women Who Mean Business Awards are dedicated to honoring the remarkable achievements and contributions of women in the world of business. The DBJ Editorial Board made selections based on nominations, professional achievements, leadership, entrepreneurial skills and community service. […]
Read MoreMB Announces Collaboration with the Greater Cincinnati Employers Group on Health
We are excited to announce McGohan Brabender’s collaboration with the Greater Cincinnati Employers Group on Health. The Greater Cincinnati Employers Group on Health (GCEGH), is a non-profit organization that gives employers a voice to effect positive change in healthcare. Formally incorporated in January 2024, the organization aims to improve the quality, cost, and access to […]
Read MoreDose of Insight: Tyson Foods’ Bold Move: Selecting Rightway PBM Over Big 3
Tyson Foods, a Fortune 100 company, selected a new pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) to serve its 140,000employees effective 1/1/24. An employer changing PBMs isn’t always breaking news and occurs regularly, especially at the beginning of a plan year. What makes Tyson Foods’ move particularly intriguing is the PBMs involved. Like many large employers, Tyson Foods […]
Read MoreDose of Insight: CVS Health Humira Formulary and Biosimilar Announcement
CVS announced that effective 4/1/24, Humira will be removed from their standard national commercial formularies in an effort to expand the adoption of recently approved Humira biosimilars. Humira has topped the list of drug expenditures for the past several years, bolstered by approval for nine indications ranging from Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn’s Disease, and […]
Read MoreMB Title Change Announcement
McGohan Brabender is pleased to announce the following title changes for our organization! These changes represent the increased responsibilities and accomplishments of our MBers. Our Segment Leaders and Market Growth Leaders help navigate industry changes, economic changes and a pandemic. Congratulations to Michael McGrath, Kevin Hopf, Kevin Grabeman, Tony Malagari and Matthew Heiny on their […]
Read MoreMB is added to The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers Membership Community
McGohan Brabender is excited to announce our membership in the Council for Insurance Agents and Brokers (CIAB). MB President, Beth Ferrin, shared, “CIAB has an impact on its members in a variety of ways that we will enjoy – leadership forums, working groups, educational opportunities, insight into industry trends, and benchmarking – at the national, […]
Read MoreDose of Insight: Lilly Launches LillyDirect
Lilly recently announced the launch of LillyDirect, a digital healthcare experience for patients living with obesity, migraine, or diabetes. Positioned as a connection to care, LillyDirect connects patients to telehealth resources, in-person care, and pharmacy services while also providing disease state and educational healthcare information to support patients. LillyDirect is a first for a manufacturer […]
Read MoreDose of Insight: FDA Authorizes Florida’s Drug Importation Program
On Friday, January 5th, 2024, the FDA authorized Florida’s drug importation program, signaling the first step towards Florida’s facilitation of importing prescription drugs from Canada. The FDA was directed by Executive Order to work with states as well as Indian tribes to reduce the cost of medications without additional health and safety risks to the […]
Read MoreMcGohan Brabender Hires New Director of Pharmacy Solutions
McGohan Brabender has hired Dr. Jeff Eichholz – PharmD, as the new Director of Pharmacy Solutions. Jeff has earned his Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Pharmacy degrees from Saint Louis College of Pharmacy. He has over 20 years of experience within the Rx distribution system, with over 10 years at Express Scripts as the […]
Read More5 Trends Shaping the Future of Employee Benefits
The landscape of employee benefits is evolving rapidly, driven by a changing understanding of the diverse needs of the modern workforce. As we step into 2024, let’s explore the top five trends reshaping how companies approach employee well-being, financial support, and professional growth. Mental Health and Well-being In the wake of an era where the […]
Read MoreAre You the Cause of Cognitive Overload?
Have you heard of #cognitiveoverload? MB Chief Marketing Officer, David Homan shares how to make your open enrollment meetings less overwhelming and more impactful this season. Take a look at this 3 minute video — it’s worth every second!
Read MoreIntroducing the Interns: Devyn Harvey
It’s Friday, which means it’s time to meet one more intern. This week, we introduce our last intern, Devyn Harvey, an intern with the Strategy and Innovation team.
Read MoreIntroducing the Interns: Alex Slattery
We have entered July! Summer is zooming by. This week we introduce Alex Slattery, an intern in our Accounting Department.
Read MoreDo you have a Primary Care Physician?
When’s the last time you went to see your primary care physician (PCP)? If you are like over a fourth of the population in the U.S., the right question may be whether or not you have one? According to a national poll conducted by the Kaiser Family Foundation, 26% of U.S. citizens don’t have a […]
Read MoreCurating a Comprehensive Benefits Package for Multiple Generations
There has never been more diversity in the workplace than there is right now. Many companies have four or five generations of workers, with millennials making up the most significant portion of the workforce. However, each generation brings something valuable and unique to the table for businesses. To be an inclusive organization for all ages, […]
Read MoreDon’t Settle
I have been in the insurance field for over 35 years, with the first 16 being with an insurance company. The remaining has been as an employee benefits consultant in the Greater Cincinnati area. I witness truly outstanding professionals in my trade each day; unfortunately, however, that’s not always the case, and anything less than […]
Read MoreRethinking Your Employee Benefits Strategy Can Help You Fight the Sansdemic
What’s a sansdemic, you ask? It means without people, or in this case, without enough people. At McGohan Brabender, our clients shared that they were affected well before the pandemic. However, the mandated shutdown drove the point home. It created a situation where many baby boomers realized how much they loved working from home. Others […]
Read MoreBattling the Great Resignation
With the Great Resignation upon us, it is more important that ever to retain individuals and, at the same time, attract new talent to help your organization grow. There is only one problem; we can’t find people to fill those jobs. Your employee benefits package is an engaging way to entice new talent to your […]
Read MorePride Month | LGBTQIA+ Benefits Programs & Policies
June arrived and PRIDE ads and articles tipped me into a reflective steep. I asked myself, “What can I do to help HR professionals in the benefits arena to support them, as they work to support their employees?” I am a cisgender human trying to grow my awareness and support of other humans. I started […]
Read MoreIntroducing the Interns: Mason Stull
It’s the last day of June, but this is not the last of the interns. Today we introduce Mason Stull, our second intern working out of the Cincinnati office. Mason is interning with our Benefit Specialist team and is a sophomore at the University of Cincinnati majoring in business economics and finance.
Read MoreIntroducing the Interns: Cedar Rohrbach
We are halfway through our intern introductions! Today we are excited to introduce Cedar Rohrbach, an intern with the MB Advocate Team at our Dayton Office!
Read MoreIntroducing the Interns: Andy Boros
This week is a treat; we introduce the first of our two Cincinnati interns this week. Today we introduce Andy Boros, a Sales Intern at the Cincinnati office.
Read MoreIntroducing the Interns: Bella Emanuel
We are officially one month into our time with the interns! This week we are introducing Bella Emanuel who is currently interning in the Retention Support Unit.
Read MoreIntroducing the Interns: Jadelyn McNerney
It’s the first week of June and it’s the second week of getting to know the interns! This week we introduce Sales Intern Jadelyn McNerney.
Read MoreIntroducing the Interns: Jonah Mergler
Welcome to Meet the Intern Friday! Each week we will introduce one of our eight summer interns joining us at McGohan Brabender. First up is Jonah Andrew Mergler, an intern with the 100+ FAS department.
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