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Description
Benefitbay introduces a revolutionary benefit option known as ICHRA, which enables employers to reimburse their workforce for individual health plans while preserving the tax benefits associated with traditional group insurance policies. This innovative approach empowers employees to choose the most suitable benefits tailored to their unique requirements. Our focus is on the essential attributes of ICHRA, resulting in a user-friendly platform designed for ease of use, compliance, efficient deployment, cost savings, and robust support. Employers can categorize employees into designated classes based on criteria such as location, job type, or age group. After establishing a budget, they can strategically allocate contributions for each categorized group. Employees benefit from a straightforward shopping and enrollment process, allowing them to select any individual health plan available to them, whether on or off the exchange. Additionally, Advanced Reimbursement Accounts (ARC) facilitate automated monthly premium payments, while pre-tax payroll deductions are organized for off-exchange plans, and all necessary plan documentation is efficiently generated. This setup ultimately enhances employee satisfaction and engagement in managing their health benefits.
Description
There is a limitless variety of payment types available, such as regular, hourly, salary, and overtime rates, with effective start and end dates for each pay rate. Payment structures can be configured to adhere to specific limits based on pay periods and year-to-date (YTD) calculations. Each employee can have an unlimited number of deductions applied, with the flexibility to set their frequency as monthly, annually, per pay period, or quarterly, while also adhering to limits based on pay periods, YTD, and lifetime deductions (LTD). The system is capable of calculating and collecting any arrears owed. Additionally, direct deposit options can be utilized for any deductions made. Retirement plans, including employer-sponsored 401K and 403B options, are fully supported, along with compliance for all federal, state, and local taxes, including Social Security and Medicare deductions. Furthermore, calculations for FUTA and state unemployment taxes are systematically managed. The platform features a table-driven definition for tracking entitlement accruals for vacation days, holidays, floaters, and other approved leaves, with automatic enrollment for employees based on qualifications determined by seniority or hire date. An extensive audit trail is maintained for all accrued benefits and the time taken related to LTD. The setup for all benefit plans, including medical, dental, and insurance, is also table-driven, ensuring that employer-paid benefits are automatically calculated and accurately reflected. This comprehensive approach ensures that both employees and employers have a clear understanding of their financial obligations and entitlements.
API Access
Has API
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API Access
Has API
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Integrations
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Integrations
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Pricing Details
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Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
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Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
Benefitbay
Founded
2013
Country
United States
Website
www.benefitbay.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
EmpowerFinancials
Country
United States
Website
www.empowerfin.com
Product Features
Benefits Administration
COBRA Administration
No
Claims Management
No
Deduction Management
No
Disability Insurance Administration
No
Employee Benefits Administration
No
FMLA Administration
No
FSA Administration
No
Flexible Spending Accounts
No
For Brokers
No
For Employers
No
HIPAA Compliant
No
Health Insurance Administration
No
Life Insurance Administration
No
Online Benefits Enrollment
No
Premium Billing
No
Provider Management
No
Retiree Administration
No
Retirement Plan Management
No
Product Features
Payroll
401(k) Tracking
Yes
Attendance Management
No
Benefits Management
Yes
Check Printing
Yes
Compensation Management
No
Deductions Management
Yes
Direct Deposit
Yes
Multi-Country
No
Multi-State
No
Reporting/Analytics
Yes
Self Service Portal
No
Tax Compliance
No
Vacation / Leave Tracking
No
W-2 and 1099 Preparation
Yes
Wage Garnishment
No