A benefits calendar helps prevent routine tasks from becoming last-minute problems. It is an operational planning tool, not legal or tax advice. Employer obligations vary by group size, funding arrangement, plan documents, and workforce, so confirm requirements with the appropriate carrier, TPA, payroll, tax, and legal advisers.
120–90 days before renewal
Confirm the renewal date, request updated census information, identify provider or payroll concerns, and decide who needs to review rates, contributions, and plan alternatives.
60–30 days before renewal
Finalize the plan decision, prepare employee communications, confirm enrollment deadlines, review payroll deductions, and make sure carrier or TPA instructions are ready.
Throughout the plan year
Keep eligibility changes, waivers, new-hire elections, terminations, bills, and employee questions organized. Schedule periodic document and process reviews rather than waiting for renewal.