Resources
BEAR Blog An ongoing series of informational entries ​
Medicare Information and Updates
Educating our clients about Medicare is one of our top priorities.
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Check out updated information regarding the Medicare
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Ways to handle polarizing topics during these times of unrest
Difficult Conversations During A Time of Unrest Across America
April 2020 -
Different ways to discuss polarizing topics without damaging your important relationships with friends, coworkers and anyone else that you have a conversation with...a must-watch video.
Aetna Covid-19 Resource Page
April 2020 -
As a part of CVS Health®, Aetna is committed to providing you with support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the presence of our retail stores in communities across the country, and our ability to reach millions of consumers with innovative, local solutions, we’re in a unique position to help address this unprecedented situation. Please be assured that we are ready and able to take care of our customers and their employees during this COVID-19 outbreak. We’re taking a number of steps to fulfill this commitment.
CAREs Act & FFCRA - Big Picture
April 2020 -
Please see attached chart showing a side by side of the provisions of FFCRA/CARES/PPP programs that are available for eligible employers and employees.
Some COBRA regulations have changed as part of the government's response to COVID-19 National Emergency
April 2020 -
The Department of Labor and Internal Revenue Service issued joint regulations on April 29,2020
Is your company ready to return to work?
April 2020 -
COVID-19 Response: Employment Compliance Considerations for Reopening the Workplace.
Important notice for employers providing coverage for
Medicare-eligible individuals
June 2020 -
Dear Employer: BEAR Insurance Broker wants to remind you that employers are required to provide a Medicare Part D Disclosure Notice to Medicare-eligible individuals by October 15 of each year and at various other times.
Library of Resources
COVID-19 Employee Rights Poster
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OSHA Form 300 - Employer Reporting requirement for illness and or injury
- June 2020
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Small Group Guide for California Spring 2020
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CA Carrier Underwriting Guidelines
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Employer Guide to Distance Learning Leaves of Absence
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Heartland Payroll Overview - Video
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