The 7 Biggest Healthcare Cost Drivers Facing Pennsylvania Employers in 2026

Pennsylvania group health insurance

Pennsylvania employers are entering 2026 with renewed pressure on health benefit budgets. National forecasts point to elevated medical trends, with PwC projecting an 8.5% group market trend for 2026. That makes it important to understand the main healthcare cost drivers in Pennsylvania before renewal season begins. Costs rarely rise for one reason. Premium increases usually come […]

How Pennsylvania Employers Can Reduce Healthcare Costs by 15%–30% Without Cutting Benefits

Pennsylvania employer health insurance

Many businesses want to reduce healthcare costs for employers without weakening the coverage employees rely on. In Pennsylvania, this challenge has become a top priority for companies facing higher premiums, tighter budgets, and growing employee expectations. Cutting benefits can damage trust. Smarter cost control takes a different path. It looks at plan structure, claims patterns, employee […]

PCORI Fee Explained: What Employers Need to Know Before the July 31 Deadline

Dawn Carlisle of JS Benefits Group explains the PCORI fee, who must pay it, IRS Form 720 filing requirements, and the July 31 compliance deadline for employers.

If your organization offers a self-funded, level-funded, or Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), there’s an annual IRS filing requirement that’s easy to overlook but important to complete on time—the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) fee. Although the fee itself is relatively small, missing the filing deadline can result in penalties and interest. Understanding who must pay, […]

Reference-Based Pricing vs Traditional Networks: What Employers Need to Know

Employer health plans

Healthcare costs keep rising, so many employers are seeking better ways to manage them. While traditional healthcare plans have been standard for years, more businesses are now exploring options that offer greater transparency and control over costs. Most businesses are now paying attention to Reference-based pricing. It may not suit every company, but many employers […]

JS Benefits Group Named a Best of 2026 Award Winner by Business Rate

JS Benefits Group recognized as a Best of 2026 Award Winner by Business Rate for excellence in employee benefits consulting, HR services, corporate wellness, and healthcare cost management.

JS Benefits Group is proud to announce that we have been recognized as a Best of 2026 Award Winner by Business Rate, a distinction that recognizes organizations committed to excellence, client service, and delivering outstanding results. This recognition was highlighted in a recent USA Today press release announcing the award. For our team, this award […]

Level Funded vs. Fully Insured Health Plans: What Employers Need to Know

Bill Capece of JS Benefits Group explains the differences between level funded and fully insured health plans and how employers can reduce healthcare costs.

Choosing the right health insurance funding strategy is one of the most important decisions an employer can make. As healthcare costs continue to rise, many business owners are exploring alternatives to traditional fully insured health plans in search of greater cost control and transparency. In this video, Bill Capece, Director of Business Development at JS […]

King of Prussia Businesses: How to Build a 3–5 Year Healthcare Strategy

Long-term healthcare costs

Healthcare costs are becoming harder for many businesses to manage. Every year, expenses increase, and many companies feel they are constantly reacting rather than planning. For businesses in King of Prussia, healthcare planning is no longer just about getting through the next renewal season. It’s about building a strategy that works for the long term. […]