The Latest Medicare Changes That Affect Your Employees

THE LATEST MEDICARE CHANGES THAT AFFECT YOUR EMPLOYEES

Kevin Lowden, RetireMed

Adults aged 65 and older are twice as likely to be working today compared with 1985. Why? Overall improved health, changing pension and Social Security incentives, antidiscrimination laws, evolving social norms, and new health insurance features and costs. A study done by BlackRock said that nearly one third of all seniors  either plan to work through age 70, or never retire.

What does that mean for employers? Medicare knowledge and navigation is key for employers as employees stay in the workforce longer. Medicare makes changes to its programs regularly, so staying current is critical for an uninterrupted benefits experience.

Takeaways Include: 

• Learn why workers are remaining employed past the traditional years of retirement
• Help employees navigate the advantages and disadvantages of remaining on an employer-based healthcare plan when they are eligible for Medicare or using it as a supplement
• Discover how Medicare can affect a spouse's health insurance

For Health Action Council members only
SHRM, HRCI, and CEBS credit