These days, “Service” has become just a catch-phrase companies use for advertising. But Blackwood Benefits takes “Service” very seriously. It’s not just a word. It’s the foundation we built our business on. Our services are the cornerstone of the long-term relationships with Clients and carrier partners. We pride ourselves on exceeding your expectations. We know and appreciate that our Clients are the reason we exist.
For Employers:  
  • Strategic planning and financial analysis of:
    - Medical
    - Dental
    - Life, disability, vision and other plans
  • Provider network review
  • Contract review
  • Carrier and third party administrator review
  • Plan implementation
  • Benchmarking information
  • Total Compensation Statements
  • Renewal negotiation
  • Six month advance renewal timeline
  • Quarterly planning meetings
  • Employee liaison
  • Reference library
  • News updates and links
  • Client website access
  • Open enrollment Materials & Communication
    -     Including employee meetings
  • New Hire Orientation Meetings
  • Health & wellness education and corporate initiatives

  • Plan compliance assistance
  • Summary Plan Descriptions
  • COBRA Administration
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • FMLA review and assistance
  • Medicare disclosure compliance
  • Section 125 premium only plan documents
  • Janet’s Law and other legislative compliance documents
  • Overall administrative simplification of benefit plans
  • Market awareness & ongoing education
  For Employees:
 
  • Claim dispute resolution
  • Coverage questions
  • Policy interpretation
  • Family access to a benefit advisor
    - Spouse and dependents can contact us, too!