Cleveland Benefit Partners

06/23/2026

Several important employee benefits compliance deadlines are approaching, and employers should begin preparing now. This month's update covers new 2027 HSA limits, upcoming PCORI fee and Form 5500 deadlines, and key action items to help organizations stay compliant and avoid penalties.
https://clevelandbenefitpartners.com/employee-benefits-compliance-brief-june-2026/

IRS Releases 2027 HSA, HDHP, and Excepted-Benefit HRA Limits The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released the inflation-adjusted health savings account (HSA), high-deductible health plan (HDHP), and excepted-benefit health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) limits for 2027. These annual adjustments....

06/18/2026

More people are asking AI about their health than ever before. But convenience can come at a cost. Watch our latest video for advice you need to know before trusting AI medical advice.
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One-third of Americans now use AI for medical guidance. The problem? AI can sound confident even when it’s wrong. Watch our latest video to learn where AI helps, where it falls short, and how to stay safe.

06/16/2026

Summer is the season of opportunity—a chance to reset your habits, soak up the sun safely, and prioritize the mental downtime we often skip during the winter hustle. Use these strategies to maximize your well-being while making the most of the warmer months.
https://clevelandbenefitpartners.com/wellness-works-summer-2026/

Summer is the season of opportunity—a chance to reset your habits, soak up the sun safely, and prioritize the mental downtime we often skip during the winter hustle. Use these strategies to maximize your well-being while making the most of the warmer months. Build a High-Energy Routine With changi...

06/11/2026

Are you familiar with the term "balance billing”? The absolute best way to shield your wallet from these surprise costs is to stay in-network. Contractually, in-network (preferred) providers are strictly prohibited from balance billing you for covered services—meaning they must accept your insurance plan's negotiated rate as payment in full.

06/09/2026

One in three Americans now uses AI for health advice-but here’s the catch: it’s not a doctor. Learn the risks behind the convenience and how to use AI safely.
https://clevelandbenefitpartners.com/the-digital-diagnosis-navigating-the-risks-and-rewards-of-health-ai/

In the modern age of instant information, the way we seek medical advice is shifting. According to a recent poll by KFF, one in three U.S. adults now uses artificial intelligence to look up health information. While these tools offer unparalleled convenience, they are fundamentally not designed to p...

06/05/2026

If your organization hasn’t evaluated ACA compliance recently, these updated amounts make proactive planning more important than ever. Read our latest blog for a breakdown of the new penalties and what employers need to know for 2027.
https://clevelandbenefitpartners.com/aca-pay-or-play-penalties-increase-for-2027/

On May 4, 2026, the IRS announced updated penalty amounts for 2027 under the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) employer shared responsibility, or “pay-or-play,” rules. For the 2027 calendar year, the $2,000 penalty has been adjusted to $3,780, and the $3,000 penalty has increased to $5,670. This mar...

06/03/2026

Your roadmap to a smooth Open Enrollment is here! Read our latest infographic for key deadlines and must-do’s to get your team prepared.

05/29/2026

Still guessing what your health insurance actually covers? It's time to stop being a passive payer and start being an informed decision-maker. Our latest video gives you some tips on how to make every healthcare dollar count.
https://vimeo.com/1188327051?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Navigating healthcare can feel like trying to read a map in a language you don’t speak. Between all the acronyms and confusing rules, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed before you even step into a doctor’s office. Understanding your health plan is one of the best ways to protect both your health an...

05/26/2026

Are you making the most of your savings tools? Whether it’s the "forever money" in an HSA or the "use-it-or-lose-it" funds in an FSA, knowing how these accounts function can change your financial outlook for 2026. Check out our breakdown of the savings tools and payment basics—like deductibles and coinsurance—that every informed consumer should know.
https://clevelandbenefitpartners.com/the-health-insurance-translator-making-sense-of-your-coverage/

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, our thoughts turn to the brave heroes who gave their lives for our country. Today we pause to express our deepest gratitude; their courage will forever be remembered.