Health Insurance Simplified | Sanford Health Plan

In this episode, we discuss the expiration of enhanced premium tax credits coming on Dec. 31, 2025. It's a big change to the Affordable Care Act, or the ACA, that could affect millions of Americans.Our guests are experts from Sanford Health Plan: Jennie Nickles, senior director of sales, and Dylan Wheeler, head of government affairs.

Hiring and retaining quality team members can make or break a company, especially during competitive and challenging times. As part of the total compensation package offered, health insurance can have a significant impact on driving employee satisfaction and retention, because it empowers employees to stay healthy, recover from illness and injury, earn a living, pursue their passion and enjoy life to the fullest. If you're in the market for health insurance, for your employees, you may be wondering what kind of plan is right for you and your business. In this episode of Health Insurance Simplified, we focus on the importance of deciding on the provider network you'll be able to access under the terms of the plan. Learn more about available resources and see a full transcript of this episode at https://www.sanfordhealthplan.com/learn/business/understanding-health-insurance-networks-health-insurance-simplified

When a business considers the value it is getting from their health insurance company, it's helpful to think beyond dollars and cents. A health insurance provider should serve as more than an organization that sells insurance plans and processes employees claims. They should be an advocate for the business, its employees and a vital link in the continuum of health your employees receive.In this episode of Health Insurance Simplified, you will hear a business client perspective about the value they receive and the experience with their insurance provider of choice.Learn more about available resources and see a full transcript of this episode athttps://www.sanfordhealthplan.com/learn/business/the-importance-of-value-and-experience-health-insurance-simplified

With all of the health care industry jargon out there, it's no wonder that purchasing health insurance for your employees can be confusing and can feel a bit overwhelming. In this episode of Health Insurance Simplified, we hope to take the confusion out of the process and help you understand the key terms.Learn more about available resources and see a full transcript of this episode at https://www.sanfordhealthplan.com/learn/business/key-concepts-to-understand-health-insurance-simplified

Small business owners know that success depends upon making every effort to beat the competition, nurture customer relationships, and find and retain the best talent. This means you already wear a lot of hats, including sales, marketing, human resources, and often health insurance provider.In this episode of Health Insurance Simplified. we focus on health insurance fundamentals and criteria to use when shopping. You'll learn how to select the best health insurance provider for your needs and the kinds of things to look for when you want to select the best partner for your business. Learn more about available resources and see a full transcript of this episode athttps://www.sanfordhealthplan.com/learn/business/criteria-to-use-when-shopping-health-insurance-simplified

You invest a lot into your business and employees — time, money, sweat equity and much more. You might be missing out on that investment that can help you in just about every front. Offering health insurance and purchasing group health insurance might seem like just one more expense that eats away at the bottom line, but it could make a difference on a very competitive pathway to success. In this episode of Health Insurance Simplified, we discuss health insurance fundamentals — determining the needs of your small business. Learn more about available resources and see a full transcript of this episode athttps://www.sanfordhealthplan.com/learn/business/determining-the-needs-of-your-small-business-health-insurance-simplified