by Simon | Sep 5, 2023 | Blog, Uncategorized
Did you know that brokers have no obligation to disclose the compensation they are receiving for the Group Benefits plan they have implemented on behalf of their clients? Unfortunately, it happens to be true. Fact is, there is no agreement in place in our industry for...
by Simon | Sep 5, 2023 | Blog
Group Benefits health coverage has become much more than simply submitting a claim that you receive payment/reimbursement for. Rather, it is now also about providing services that help your employees gather and use information, make decisions and ultimately, make...
by Simon | Apr 24, 2023 | Blog
Lately, there’s been some noise about third party administrators (TPAs). Essentially, they are providers that manage group benefits plans on behalf of an employer. TPAs can simply act as billing consolidators. Or better yet, they can function as a claims payor...
by Simon | Apr 24, 2023 | Blog
During the COVID crisis, Thorpe Benefits presented its Benefits & Wellness Superhero Symposium online because of social distancing requirements. This year, the free event is taking place live in Toronto on May 18, 2023, from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm at Spaces, on...
by Simon | Apr 24, 2023 | Blog
In the early days, providing employee benefits was primarily about paying claims. A lot has changed since then. Now companies see the, no pun intended, benefit of helping their employees on their medical journeys. In response, a legion of new providers and support...
by Simon | Dec 6, 2022 | Blog
During a recession, many employers are tempted to cut costs, including those for group benefits. This can be a mistake, because group benefits are what can separate you from your competition during a difficult labour market helping you retain your current employees...
