On September 26, the Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 0.25%. In response, U.S. banks are increasing the prime interest rate to 5.25%. Effective October 1, 2018, the NRECA-sponsored 401(k) Pension Plan’s loan interest rate, which is set[…]
The September issue of Benefits Bulletin is now online. Read about: A look back at this year’s successful INTERACT Conference in Peter Baxter’s column Information on annual enrollment, including wave periods and materials Changes to copay assistance for specialty prescription[…]
From setting personal financial goals to investing for retirement, this webinar helps early career employees learn the basics of smart money management and build a solid financial foundation for the future. The first of four sessions, Financial Planning at Every[…]
NRECA has been informed that Envision Healthcare could potentially terminate its PPO network contract with UnitedHealthcare (UHC) effective January 1, 2019. Used by hospitals nationwide, Envision Healthcare is primarily a provider of emergency services that include radiology and anesthesiology. UHC[…]
The annual collection period for base salary data closes October 12, 2018. Cooperatives with salary-based benefits should submit salary data and job classification information at the Employee Benefits website’s November 15 Base Salaries event. Timely submission is important Remember, base[…]