The COVID-19 pandemic has put a spotlight on telemedicine (telehealth) and its value as part of an individual’s and an employer’s healthcare plan. Originally developed largely as a... Read more »
With challenge comes opportunity, so they say. For most, it may feel like the list of challenges is far outweighing the opportunities these days. However, as we think about wellbeing Programs,... Read more »
During a recent Return to Work Alera Group webinar, nearly 500 participants were polled on the most significant challenges facing their workforce at this point in the COVID-19 crisis. Employers... Read more »
Employers across the country are planning their strategy for returning employees to the worksite—whether that is an office building, a factory, a job site or another location. As... Read more »
With the nation in various stages of reopening from shutdowns related to COVID-19, businesses and other organizations are following procedures to keep their employees and their customers safe. Some... Read more »
We are nine weeks into this new mode of work and the pace doesn’t really seem to be slowing at all for most of you. Each week, the landscape we are living and working in seems to... Read more »
We have all felt the mental health impacts from this crisis and so many of you have done an amazing job making this a focus in the programming you are bringing to employees during this time.... Read more »
The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) periodically audits covered entities (i.e. health plans, health care clearinghouses, and health care providers) to ensure compliance with HIPAA’s regulations.... Read more »
COVID-19 has changed the way that people around the globe live and work. As we begin to shift toward recovery, the needs of employees are also changing rapidly. As your team's needs continue to... Read more »
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and, especially in these times of self-isolation, it’s a good time to remind your employees of the importance of taking care of their mental... Read more »