Spousal Surcharge - What You Need to Know

Help your employees understand the basics of spousal surcharges and why it may apply to them.

We're all geared to want choice and to pay less, but also appreciate understanding "the why" when we are required to pay more, such as in the case of a Spousal Surcharge. This video explains how the spousal surcharge helps your company keep the cost of coverage lower for everyone in the plan, while also providing coverage for spouses who don't work or don't have access to another employer's plan.

When and how to use: 
This video is particularly important at the start of a plan year and during onboarding of new hires:
• Post on intranet/portal/microsite
• Link in an email
• Play on digital sign boards
• Show during onboarding and enrollment meetings

Check out other videos on The HR Trove that will help you communicate around various health, financial well-being, performance management or compensation topics.

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