Ontario Optometrists to withdraw OHIP-covered eye services
The job action only impacts those whose eye services are covered under OHIP.
Waiving Premiums for Employees on Disability Leave
When an employee goes on an approved Long Term Disability (LTD) leave, it is usual that the insurer no longer charge the employer a premium for the LTD coverage for …
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HumanaCare – EAP App Powered by Snapclarity
Get professional help when you need it the most HumanaCare completes the integration and retooling of their virtual solutions, transforming the employee mental healthcare experience. The integration of Snapclarity with …
How Dental Rates are Renewed
In the past we have discussed how rates and renewals are calculated. Here, we will reveal the mysteries of determining dental rates each year. Dental benefits encompass a wide range …
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Travel Insurance
Out of Country Coverage *** As of January 21, 2021 – check with the official Government of Canada travel advisories for the current status on travel.*** As the COVID pandemic …
Taxability of Your Employee Benefit Plan
Each year as employers complete T4s for their employees, we are asked about the taxability of the various benefits in their group benefits plan. When setting up a group benefits …
How to Deal with Coronavirus Burnout and Pandemic Fatigue
We have been living with the coronavirus for several months and the spread of COVID-19 is still going strong in many areas of the world. As the pandemic wears on, …
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Renewing Your Benefits Plan During COVID
Although the industry has tried to keep business-as-usual despite accommodations and exceptions to help support clients at a vulnerable time, things continue to be unusual.
Trends in Drug Claims 2020
Although it differs from one employee group to another, there are definite common claiming patterns among ASSOCIUM Benefits clients, and the general population. Knowing those patterns and taking steps to …
Employee Benefit Plans and COVID-19
All we can do these days is speculate. Are we over the worst of COVID-19 in Canada? Is it easing off or are we waiting for another wave? What we …
The MDM Mobile App
The app allows plan members to submit claims, view claims history, and coverage information directly from their mobile devices.
Carrier Responses
Canada Life June 12 2020 – Premium reduction adjustments May 16 2020 – Premium reduction adjustments April 16 2020 – Premium reduction adjustments March 27 2020 – Additional information to …