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COBRA Compliance Company, Clarity Benefit Solutions, Shares Six Ways to Simplify the Entire COBRA Process


NEW YORK, Jan. 17, 2018 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- COBRA compliance company, Clarity Benefit Solutions, shares six ways to simplify the entire COBRA process for COBRA administration companies.

When it comes to administrating COBRA, an employer can choose to handle it in-house or hire a third-party administrator, however, the onus is on the employer to comply with the law and follow all proper procedures in a timely manner. Here are six ways to simplify this complex process.

  1. Stay abreast of regulations. It is vital to stay informed and educated daily. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is currently in a state of uncertainty, and thus could impact COBRA regulations. Be aware of evolving developments and act accordingly.
  2. Keep a paper trail. COBRA participants should be receiving monthly invoices from their former employers that clearly show the amount owed and the end date of the 30-day grace period.
  3. Do not accept late payments. Under no circumstances should COBRA participants be allowed to submit late payments. If they wish to take advantage of their COBRA benefits, they must make their premium payment on or before the date on the invoice.
  4. Provide constant reminders. Employers should take advantage of technology and send payment reminders via email, text, and automated messages. Additionally, employers should supplement technology prompts with traditional methods such as letters and phone calls.
  5. Offer several payment method options. It is important to offer several payment methods to COBRA participants. Some options include: credit card payment and the Automated Clearing House Network (ACH), PayPal, and automated recurring payments.
  6. Partner with a COBRA administration company. Companies such as Clarity Benefit Solutions have a COBRA web-based software program that can streamline compliance with automated notifications about important life event changes, qualifying events, pending payments, and account updates. A reliable COBRA administration company will also perform tasks such as processing COBRA elections once completed by client/qualified beneficiary, validating all COBRA elections, following bad address process for undeliverable mail, providing collections for bad checks, sending termination and conversion letters, and validating and processing disability extensions. This takes the guesswork out of the process and gives employers peace of mind that the COBRA process is proceeding smoothly.

About Clarity Benefit Solutions: Clarity Benefit Solutions provides technology that makes the health insurance plan selection process fast, easy, and straightforward. For over two decades, we have provided clients with industry-leading technology, compliance, and exceptional customer service. Our offering is designed to save time and lower the costs of managing benefits while also promoting employee self-service and automated ACA compliance.

Media Contact: Calvin Clark, Clarity Benefit Solutions, 732-428-8272, [email protected]

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