American Fidelity Blog
Customer Stories
Freda’s Story: An Unexpected PathOctober 31, 2019
Freda purchased Disability Income Insurance as a precaution, never expecting to need it. Years later, she faced the unexpected and found support.
Benefits Strategy
Has Your 403(b) Plan Document Been Approved By The IRS?October 17, 2019
Learn how using an IRS-approved 403(b) prototype plan can help your organization stay compliant, reduce administrative burden, and avoid costly penalties. Discover how AFPlanServ simplifies retirem...
Supplemental Benefits
Good Forms 101: The Disability Claim FormOctober 07, 2019
Here are some tips and solutions for frequently asked questions we hear from employers and employees regarding the disability claim form.
General
How Long Should I Keep My Medical Bills?October 04, 2019
Wondering how long to keep your medical bills and insurance documents? Learn best practices for organizing, storing, and securely disposing of healthcare paperwork to protect your finances and simp...
Customer Stories
Sandra's Story: The ClimbOctober 04, 2019
Sandra, a Tallahassee teacher and mother of two, purchased Cancer Insurance as a precaution. In 2017, it became essential after her breast cancer diagnosis.
Reimbursement Accounts
FSA Mistakes to AvoidSeptember 20, 2019
The rules surrounding Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) can be complex. Here are some of the most common rules to know.
Benefits Strategy
Seven Questions and Answers to Know Before Open EnrollmentSeptember 09, 2019
If your American Fidelity open enrollment is coming up, we’ve compiled a list of commonly asked questions and answers to learn more about your available benefits.
Benefits Strategy
HIPAA-Excepted Benefits at a GlanceAugust 09, 2019
Learn about HIPAA-excepted benefits and their advantages for employers. Discover how these supplemental benefits, such as accident, disability, and critical illness insurance, can reduce ACA compli...
Benefits Strategy
Study Shows Americans Want Help with Health Care CostsAugust 01, 2019
Learn how offering a Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (HCFSA) or a Health Savings Account (HSA) can help employees navigate qualified medical out-of-pocket expenses.
Compliance Updates
Understanding the ACA Affordability CalculationJuly 25, 2019
Learn more about how the law classifies the term "affordability".
Supplemental Benefits
An Example of How Supplemental Insurance Helps with DeductiblesJuly 05, 2019
You may have heard that supplemental insurance can help fill financial gaps in major medical coverage, but what does that really mean? Regardless of if you have a High Deductible Health Plan or one...
Compliance Updates
Final Rule Allows Employees to Purchase Individual Health Coverage Using HRAs; Expands Types of HRAs AvailableJune 17, 2019
Employers will now have additional flexibility to use reimbursement arrangements to help employees pay for health care costs.