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Rob Bujan Earns Professional Recognition from NAHU

Group Health Solutions
June 30, 2022

Rob Bujan, Managing Director, Group Health Solutions (SDL + GHS), Hudson/NYC, New York recently received the Registered Employee Benefit Consultant® (REBC®) designation from The National Association of Health Underwriters. NAHU…

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HHS Renews COVID-19 Public Health Emergency

Rob Bujan
August 8, 2021

On Oct. 2, 2020, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) renewed its determination that a public health emergency exists as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, effective…

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Marijuana and the Workplace

Rob Bujan
July 20, 2021

We recently hosted a webinar that dove into Marijuana and the Workplace. Marijuana use is illegal under federal law, but that may not be the case for long. Most states…

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Understanding the $900B Stimulus Bill

Rob Bujan
December 22, 2020

Last night (12/21/2020), Congress passed a $900B emergency stimulus package for COVID-19-related relief. While the bill has to be signed into law, we can provide a basic overview of what’s…

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NYS Extends Marketplace Special Enrollment Period through end of 2020

Rob Bujan
September 17, 2020

Governor Cuomo announced on September 16, that New York State residents can enroll in a qualified Marketplace plan using the current COVID-19 Special Enrollment Period (SEP) through the end of…

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Fulcrum Digital

Rob Bujan
July 19, 2020

As an organization that transforms their client’s operations via digital innovation – Fulcrum Digital was well-prepared when the pandemic hit. Fulcrum Digital was formed with business optimization top-of-mind – transforming…

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COVID-19 Office Protection/Home Office Enhancements

Rob Bujan
June 26, 2020

Businesses have had to adjust to incredible change due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Employers have introduced employees to work from home programs. Some employers are slowly bringing them, employees, back…

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Juneteenth 2020

Rob Bujan
June 18, 2020

SDL + GHS, an Insurance Agency, is committed to standing with the Black community and helping to create change around social justice. On June 19th, SDL + GHS will be…

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Acting & Voice Studios

Rob Bujan
June 11, 2020

This week’s client spotlight comes from Acting & Voice Studios. Imagine just moving into a new space and having the COVID-19 pandemic hit? Find out how they adjusted and continued…

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The Emmys Will Go On

Rob Bujan
June 5, 2020

We’ve all found ways to pass the time, over the last couple of months, with books, online classes, and exploring new television shows. Our client spotlight this week celebrates and…

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Bringing Your Employees Safely Back to Work

Rob Bujan
June 4, 2020

Are you an employer who is about ready to re-open or have you already reopened? We are hearing from employers who are reopening, some concerns such as: Employees not feeling…

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The Roastery

Rob Bujan
May 22, 2020

This week’s SDL + GHS spotlight, focuses on The Roastery, based in Houston, Texas. At the start of the pandemic, The Roastery, like the rest of the hospitality industry saw…

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PPP Loans

Rob Bujan
May 19, 2020

The Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, released the Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Application & Instructions; along with answers to FAQ. The Treasury/SBA…

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Great White Café

Rob Bujan
May 14, 2020

As SDL + GHS continues to highlight a client who is doing something different when it comes to managing their business during the pandemic, this week our focus is out…

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Thank You Essential Workers!

Rob Bujan
May 9, 2020

To all those sacrificing their own safety and well-being in this crisis, we at SDL & GHS are incredibly grateful. We wish you nothing but safety and health as you…

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My Virtual “I do”

Rob Bujan
May 7, 2020

Some of you may have seen our client, attorney Matt Haicken in the news recently. Not due to a case, but because he got married via zoom on live TV!…

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Express Scripts – Parachute RX Program

Rob Bujan
May 6, 2020

If you find yourself uninsured and have no access to affordable healthcare, CIGNA and Express Scripts has rolled out a program called Parachute RX, during this pandemic. This is a…

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DOL Updates COBRA Time Frames during the COVID19 Pandemic

Rob Bujan
May 6, 2020

The Department of Labor (DOL) has updated participant deadlines extensions, one specifically – for COBRA participants – during the pandemic, or ‘outbreak period’. What is the Outbreak Period? The Outbreak…

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Mental Health Awareness Month

Rob Bujan
May 5, 2020

What mental health needs is more sunlight, more candor, and more unashamed conversation.” – Glenn Close May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health is commonly overlooked when in reality…

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NY Dept of Financial Services: Premium Payment Deferral

Rob Bujan
April 20, 2020

On April 7, 2020, The Department of Financial Services issued Emergency Regulation 62, which requires your insurer to provide a 90 day grace period for certain policies that are written…

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SDL + GHS Health Sciences Scholarship

Rob Bujan
April 10, 2020

Dear Hudson High School Class of 2020, The SDL + GHS Scholarship for Health Sciences was established to provide assistance to outstanding students who will fill New York’s health care…

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What happens if I lose my job?

Rob Bujan
March 28, 2020

Losing one’s job is an incredibly stressful situation and during a global pandemic, it can feel impossible to know what to do and where to start. We’ve gathered some information…

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Families First Coronavirus Response Act

Rob Bujan
March 27, 2020

The Families First Coronovirus Response Act (FFCRA) was passed by Congress and goes into effect on April 1, 2020, and will sunset on December 31, 2020. There are two components…

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Small Business Relief Navigator: ER Funding/Relief Programs/Shared Work Programs

Rob Bujan
March 24, 2020

One of our partners, Extensis, has gathered a hub of information to assist small businesses during these trying times. They’ve captured data from various programs such as loans, grants, and…

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New York COVID-19 Paid Leave: Guidance

Rob Bujan
March 24, 2020

Until the Federal program (“Families First Coronavirus Response Act”) becomes effective in April to help ease some of the financial strains from the COVID-19 outbreak (the illness caused by the…

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Oxford Health Plans & Medicare Part B

Rob Bujan
March 23, 2020

Effective for 2020- Oxford is changing its contract to coordinate benefits with Medicare Parts A & B, starting July 1, 2020. If you are an employee and are currently eligible…

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COVID-19: HR Guidance and Best Practices – Recording & Presentation

Rob Bujan
March 20, 2020

For those who tried to attend the ThinkHR webinar yesterday, we apologize for any technical issues you encountered. The system was overwhelmed as they had over 13,000 HR professionals and…

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Small Business Majority – National Resources and Policy Updates

Rob Bujan
March 20, 2020

The Small Business Majority held a webinar yesterday for Small Businesses impacted by COVID-19. We’ve captured the slides from this webinar along with a link to their website to follow…

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Family First Coronavirus Response Act – Signed into Law

Rob Bujan
March 19, 2020

The Family First Coronavirus has been signed into law by President Trump. It will go into effect 15 days from being signed into law. Please note – we only know…

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A Resource For You, When You Need It (EAP)

Rob Bujan
March 18, 2020

Wondering about the what-ifs. what’s next and the barrage of news and headlines is stressful. It’s helpful to have someone to speak with and talk about how you are feeling,…

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Congress Passes Coronavirus Law Requiring Paid Family Leave

Rob Bujan
March 18, 2020

Today, March 18, 2020, the U.S. Senate voted to approve a coronavirus relief bill. President Trump is expected to sign the bill into law. Find details below: Legal Update: Coronavirus…

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MVP Healthcare & CDPHP enter Partnership for Emergency Telemedicine

Rob Bujan
March 17, 2020

As we continue to monitor the situation with Covid 19 – we have some updates, if you are enrolled with CDPHP or MVP Healthcare – they have teamed up to…

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New York State of Health Opens Special Enrollment Period for COVID-19

Rob Bujan
March 17, 2020

Please see an urgent press release from the NY State of Health. They are opening a special enrollment period due to the COVID 19 virus. We urge all New Yorkers…

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COVID-19 Insurance Carrier Resources

Rob Bujan
March 14, 2020

At SDL + GHS, we understand that our clients are faced with numerous articles, news sources, and breaking news. The COVID-19 virus is an ever-changing and evolving situation – and…

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6 Ways A Self-Insured Plan Will Benefit You

Rob Bujan
March 3, 2020

1.) Pay Only for Healthcare Your Members Consume Self-Insured employers pay for only the healthcare claims their members consume, a low stop-loss insurance premium for catastrophic claim coverage, and an…

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Employers that are looking for peace of mind, a Fully Insured plan might be the way to go

Rob Bujan
March 3, 2020

1.) Payments The company pays a premium, typically fixed for a year, to the insurance carrier. The monthly premium normally only changes during the year if the number of enrolled…

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Do You Provide Compensation To Employees Who Opt Out of Benefits?

Rob Bujan
October 3, 2016

“Cash-in-Lieu” Options Face Compliance Hurdles in 2017by nahucompliance IRS rules further regulating cash-in-lieu (opt-out) programs are effective the first day of the plan year beginning on or after January 1,…

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