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Alpha e-News Update
July 2013
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The Alpha Group Agency
4200 Rockside Road, Suite 300
Independence, Ohio 44131
216-520-3300 |
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| Health Reform Regulations |
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HIPAA Wellness Rules for Rewards
Wellness programs are becoming increasingly common. If you are engaged in a wellness program you will want to read these new rules for employee rewards. View Article |
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Is Your Organization Eligible for Tax Credits Under PPACA?
Companies looking to ease the burden of health care costs should be aware of potential tax credits under PPACA. Here is an outline of potential credits and what to look for. View Article |
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Common Pitfalls in Internal Communications and How to Avoid Them
 A 2010 survey found that only 56 percent of employees feel comfortable managing their personal health. With new changes in health care, that number is likely to drop. Read here for tips on communicating to these employees and pitfalls to avoid. |
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Employers Take Bold Health Plan Steps: Results of National Survey
According to the recent National Survey of Employer-Sponsored Health Plans from Mercer, many organizations have already decided how they will be managing their health care once PPACA is implemented next year. View Article |
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LIVE WELL, WORK WELL
Please feel free to download and print or email this month's LIVE WELL, WORK WELL Newsletter to your employees! This month's topics include:
- Water Conservation Tips
- Summer Exercise Safety Tips
- GrowYour Own Vegetable Garden
- Couscous Salad
Download Live Well, Work Well - July Issue |
How to Retain High-Potential Millennials
 As more and more Millenials, people born between 1980 and the late 1990s, enter the work force, it's important for employers to realize that they think differently than prior generations. Read here for details. View Article
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The Evolving Workplace: More Employers Allowing Personal Tasks on Company Time
According to a recent study, employees are becoming increasingly comfortable with managing their personal lives while at work. Read here for details on why we'll be seeing more of this in the future. View Article |
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Save as Much as You Want - Tax Deferred
There are other savings options available for those who want to contribute more to a tax-advantaged retirement plan than annual limits allow. View Article |
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Vegetable Frittata With Sweet Potato Home Fries
Yield: 2 servings
This tasty meal is perfect for breakfast or brunch, or for a change of pace at dinner. The egg whites and veggies - seasoned with healthy turmeric, cumin and garlic - are packed with protein, fiber and nutrients. The fries are oven-baked with healthy olive oil. A low-calorie, low-fat menu, ideal for any meal!
Ingredients:
8 egg whites
1 egg yoke
1 tablespoon canola oil
½ cup sweet onion, fine-diced
½ cup red pepper, fine-diced
½ cup zucchini, fine-diced
½ cup shitake mushrooms, fine julienne
1 teaspoon turmeric
Salt and pepper to taste
½ teaspoon canola oil (for pan flip only)
Preparation:
Click to download entire recipe
Per Serving:
Calories 190
Carbohydrates 10 g
Saturated Fat 1.5 g
Sodium 500 mg
Protein 16 g |
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CARRIER NEWS
KAISER PERMANENTE -New insurer fees and their impact on your business.
HUMANA - Humana Pharmacy Options, Save 20% visit
MEDICAL MUTUAL - HCR has defined four levels of coverage that will be offered on insurance marketplaces, or exchanges, starting in the fall 2013. The tiers - platinum, gold, silver and bronze - are referred to as the metal plans.
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