Author: Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

For Employers

How Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas delivered for us.

Not long ago, Brady Franklin, Heidi Mark and Chris McGee made the decision to leave their large firm and venture out on their own creating Endeavor Private Wealth to help a select number of clients build, manage, protect, and transition wealth.   Endeavor Private Wealth is a financial investment advisory firm in downtown Topeka, KS. Many of their clients either want to retire or are retired, … Continue reading How Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas delivered for us.

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Mental Health

Early treatment, team approach help psychosis

We all need an escape from reality now and then, whether that’s a relaxing vacation or a great book. Psychosis, however, refers to a loss of contact with reality. It may mean seeing or hearing things that aren’t there. A person may have trouble knowing what is real and what isn’t. Certain mental disorders and drug abuse could cause psychosis. The good news: effective treatments … Continue reading Early treatment, team approach help psychosis

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For Employers

How the “Family Glitch” increases your opportunity for a premium tax credit  

You may be eligible for Marketplace subsidies even if you’re offered an employer-based insurance plan. The definition of “affordable” group coverage has been problematic since the arrival of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 2013. Known as the “family glitch,” it has barred millions of employees from receiving subsidized health insurance through the Marketplace.  In 2023, the IRS fixed the “family glitch.” This means that … Continue reading How the “Family Glitch” increases your opportunity for a premium tax credit  

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General

Set Goals the S.M.A.R.T. Way

Take a moment and think about some of your goals. Maybe you want to find a job you love, eat better, save money or improve your fitness levels. If you’ve set goals in the past, but failed to meet them, know that this time can be different. When you set goals using the S.M.A.R.T. method, you give yourself the tools needed to be successful. S.M.A.R.T … Continue reading Set Goals the S.M.A.R.T. Way

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Health & Wellness

Spill the tea: can this drink help diabetes?

No magic potion can solve all your health problems. But if you have diabetes, there is a beverage that may boost your ability to manage your condition. What’s more, it comes in many colors and flavors, and it’s simple to find on your grocery store shelf. It’s tea – and whether you prefer green, black or oolong, research suggests sipping a cup, or a few, … Continue reading Spill the tea: can this drink help diabetes?

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For Employers

How revisions to the “family glitch” impacts your employees

Some of your employees may be eligible for Marketplace subsidies The definition of “affordable” group coverage has been problematic since the arrival of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 2013. Known as the “family glitch,” it barred millions of employees from receiving subsidized health insurance through the Marketplace. In 2023, the IRS fixed the “family glitch.” This means that some of your employees may now … Continue reading How revisions to the “family glitch” impacts your employees

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For Employers

Virtual care is here to stay

Why telemedicine is a necessity in today’s workplace The pandemic changed so much about the way we work. In a small period of time, many employees took an emergency crash course on how to work remotely. With that came a host of other changes, including how people accessed health care. One major change was the surge in virtual care — also known as telehealth or … Continue reading Virtual care is here to stay

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For Employers

Why employers should offer an HSA

And why consumers benefit Steadily rising costs have everyone looking for smart ways to save money, particularly on health insurance. A great way to push back at inflation is to offer a Health Savings Account (HSA) to your employees. These savings accounts are a simple, effective and affordable way to find tax savings that benefits everyone: individuals, small businesses and large employers. An HSA is … Continue reading Why employers should offer an HSA

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