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From privacy rules to drug coverage decisions, MBA guides organizations through a maze of shifting regulations. Compliance in 2025-2026 is not straightforward. Some policies are being rolled back, while others face tougher enforcement. Employers must navigate carefully to avoid costly mistakes. Privacy at the Forefront Privacy is one of the most pressing concerns. New HIPAA…
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At the recent SPBA conference, one of the most intriguing sessions was “Engaging Plan Members with AI Chatbots” presented by Ramesh Kumar of Zakipoint Health. The discussion centered on how third-party administrators can use artificial intelligence to streamline operations, anticipate member needs, and improve service. For MBA Administrators, the session confirmed what we already knew:…
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MBA helps employers support their teams with benefits that fuel growth, engagement, and long-term success Every organization knows that people are its greatest strength. Yet too often, healthcare benefits are treated as a burden rather than an opportunity. We see things differently. Imagine Two Companies Company OneInvests in its employees with clear benefits, consistent communication,…
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Congress has officially passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, ushering in the most significant enhancements to Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) in over two decades. With the bill now headed to President Trump for his signature, employers and plan sponsors should begin preparing for changes that will reshape benefit strategies beginning as early as 2026.…
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At MBA Administrators, we believe the real measure of success is not just in what we promise, but in what our clients experience over time. That’s why we sat down with several of our long-term partners to talk candidly about the impact their employee benefit plans have had on their organizations. The results go beyond…
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We all know how quickly healthcare costs can spiral out of control—especially when it comes to serious conditions like cancer. One employer recently faced unexpected and shocking claims for breast cancer diagnostics and treatment. That’s where MBA stepped in. By auditing and eliminating wasteful spending we helped them cut costs by 83%—without compromising the quality of…
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When it comes to selecting a third-party administrator (TPA) for employee benefit plans, transparency, cost-efficiency, and excellent service are top priorities. At MBA Benefit Administrators, we take pride in delivering just that. To highlight the value we offer, we recently reached out to some of our long-term clients to ask about their experiences. Here’s what…
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On Monday, January 30, the Administration informed Congress that it intends to end both the public health emergency and national emergency declarations for COVID-19 on May 11. The information came in the form of a statement of administration policy document, which the White House typically issues in response to legislation under consideration in Congress. This…
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On January 30, 2023, the Biden Administration announced it will end the public health emergency (PHE) declarations related to the COVID-19 pandemic effective May 11, 2023. In preparation for the end of the PHE, here is what you need to know: Vaccines We anticipate COVID-19 vaccines will move to coverage per ACA guidelines for preventative…
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Obesity is a growing health concern worldwide. In fact, the rate of obesity has nearly tripled worldwide since 1975. In a study on obesity and abdominal obesity in the US, researchers found that people overweight or obese account for 32.69% and 35.48% of the US population respectively. While the study does note that abdominal obesity…
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