"When rebates are required in the group markets, they are usually modest -- often $10 to $30 per employee. Issuing checks for these amounts can create unnecessary administrative work and may also result in taxable income for employees, particularly when a Section 125 Premium Only Plan (POP) is in place. To minimize the burden, many employers: [1] Apply the rebate toward future premium payments. [2] Use the funds to enhance benefits rather than issuing checks."  MORE >>