Benefit Management Associates, Inc.

04/04/2026

Most CFOs are focused on cutting costs.
Very few are looking at how payroll taxes are structured.
That’s where some of the easiest savings are hiding.
We’re seeing companies recover ~$800–$1,000 per employee annually…
Without: – Changing benefits
– Switching vendors
– Disrupting employees
Not a new program.
Just a smarter way to run what’s already in place.
Curious how many companies are missing this

We help employers with 25–500 employees generate ~$550 per employee annually in payroll tax savings through a payroll-based preventive care strategy—without changing their current benefits.

03/22/2026

Improving employee benefits does not always mean higher costs.
Many organizations discover that refining existing programs creates meaningful impact without adding new expenses.
More insights available at Benefit Management Associates⁠�.

CFOs and HR Managers often face the challenge of balancing cost and coverage, feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of the healthcare system and the pressure to find a solution that fits their budget and meets employee needs.

01/19/2026

Your thoughts!

President Donald Trump on Thursday unveiled what the White House is calling the “Great Healthcare Plan,” a broad framework aimed at lowering health care cost...

01/05/2026

As we wrap up another year and get ready for 2026 to begin, it is once again time for everyone's favorite annual tradition of Health IT Predictions!

01/03/2026

NEW YORK (AP) — Enhanced tax credits that have helped reduce the cost of health insurance for the vast majority of Affordable Care Act enrollees expired overnight, cementing higher health costs for millions of Americans at the start of the new year. Democrats forced a 43-day government shutdown ov...

12/22/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, Benefit Management would like to thank our valued clients, partners, prospects, and CEOs for an exceptional year. Your trust and collaboration continue to drive our success.
Looking ahead to 2026, the healthcare landscape will bring new challenges—and new opportunities. Benefit Management is prepared to lead the way with innovative, forward-thinking solutions designed to control costs while enhancing employee benefit offerings.
We remain committed to creativity, strategy, and results—helping employers navigate change, reduce benefit expenses, and deliver high-quality, competitive benefits to their workforce. We welcome your questions and look forward to partnering with you to make 2026 a year of smarter, more cost-effective benefit solutions.

09/11/2025

Enjoyed spending with Frank Jemsek, owner of Cog Hill Country Club @ SBAC Annual Golf Outing.

08/12/2025

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07/07/2025

🚨 Major HSA & Benefits Updates Signed Into Law

New legislation marks the largest expansion of HSAs in over 20 years:

✅ 2026: HSA eligibility expands to Bronze & Catastrophic ACA plans
✅ 2026: Direct Primary Care (DPC) fees become HSA-eligible
✅ Permanent: Telehealth services covered pre-deductible for HSA plans
✅ 2026: Dependent Care FSA limits increase to $7,500 (first hike in 40 years)

These changes will reshape benefit strategies and employee communications. Is your organization ready?

📩 Contact us to prepare for 2026.

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Benefit Management Associates, Inc.
205 North Michigan Avenue Ste. 810
Chicago, Illinois 60601
phone: 312-265-5097 fax: 312-896-9536

CFOs and HR Managers often face the challenge of balancing cost and coverage, feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of the healthcare system and the pressure to find a solution that fits their budget and meets employee needs.

05/19/2023

Payers will issue around $1.1 billion in medical loss ratio (MLR) rebates across commercial markets in 2023, the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) projected.

05/19/2023

Many employers with less than 50 employees are turning to Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangements to offer meaningful health and wellness benefits.