Strongside Solutions Blogs

August 11, 2026

Rising ACA Exchange Costs May Slow Interest in ICHRAs

Individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements have attracted growing interest from employers looking for an alternative to traditional group health plans. However, a new survey suggests that […]
August 4, 2026

Proposed Rule Would Make Electronic Health Plan Notices the Default

Proposed Rule Would Make Electronic Health Plan Notices the Default The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a rule that would make electronic delivery the default […]
July 28, 2026

Benefits Disconnect: Employees Want More Support, Better Communication

A new report finds that many employers believe they are doing a good job meeting workers’ benefits needs, but employees often see things differently. The findings […]
July 14, 2026

Report: No Surprises Act Dispute Process Driving Costs for Planned Procedures

A new study has found that physicians and hospitals are winning payment disputes for planned procedures like surgeries handled through the No Surprises Act dispute resolution […]
July 6, 2026

Proposed Rule Would Let Employers Offer Standalone Fertility Benefits

Employers may soon have a new way to help employees access fertility treatments without incorporating those benefits into their primary health plans. The Departments of Labor, […]
June 29, 2026

Offering Group Health Can Affect Workers’ Comp Costs

Employers who provide group health insurance and wellness programs to their employees tend to have lower overall workers’ compensation costs. While the programs are separate, employees […]
June 16, 2026

Lifestyle Spending Accounts Gain Traction as Employers Seek Flexible Benefits

As employers continue looking for ways to support a multigenerational workforce with diverse needs, lifestyle spending accounts are emerging as a popular addition to employee benefits […]