Employee Benefits Program

Affordable Healthcare Benefits Your Employees Actually Use

A compliant payroll strategy that reimburses employers $1,200 per eligible W-2 employee every year—at zero out-of-pocket cost.

Zero cost to employers. Real healthcare access for employees. Prescription savings, telehealth, and wellness support—all IRS-compliant.

IRS Compliant
ACA Aligned
IronGate Backed
70K+

Pharmacies

24/7

Virtual Care

$0

Extra Cost

Proven Results

Real Businesses, Real Savings

See how employers across industries recover thousands annually while providing better benefits

Restaurant

$42,000

Annual Savings

35 employees

Recovered FICA taxes + added prescription & telehealth benefits for entire staff

Construction

$58,500

Annual Savings

48 employees

Reduced payroll tax burden while improving worker healthcare access

Medical Practice

$31,200

Annual Savings

26 employees

Compliant savings plus enhanced wellness support for healthcare staff

Retail Store

$24,600

Annual Savings

20 employees

Improved retention with zero-cost health benefits for retail team

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What Our Clients Say

Real results from real businesses across America

"This program has been a game-changer for our business. We've saved over $45,000 annually while providing better benefits to our employees. It's truly a win-win."

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Michael Williams

Owner & General Manager

Williams Construction LLC • Construction

"Our employees love the telehealth and prescription benefits. We're saving money on payroll taxes while improving morale. CJ made the entire process seamless."

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Sarah Rodriguez

HR Director

TechStart Solutions • Technology

"I was skeptical at first, but the savings are real. We recovered thousands in FICA taxes and now our team has access to healthcare benefits they actually use. Highly recommend!"

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Jennifer Chen

Owner & Head Stylist

Bella's Salon & Spa • Beauty & Wellness

"The compliance side was our biggest concern, but FICA Advantage Solutions handles everything. We're IRS-compliant, saving money, and our employees are thrilled with the benefits."

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David Thompson

Chief Financial Officer

Metro Logistics Group • Logistics

"As a small business owner, every dollar counts. This program gave us enterprise-level benefits at zero additional cost. Our retention has improved significantly since implementing it."

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Robert Patterson

Owner & Operator

Patterson Family Restaurant • Hospitality

"Our manufacturing facility has 80 employees, and this program has been transformational. We're recovering nearly $100k annually while our workers get real healthcare benefits they use daily."

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Marcus Johnson

Plant Manager

Johnson Manufacturing • Manufacturing

"The telehealth services alone have been worth it. Our staff can see a doctor 24/7 without leaving work. It's improved productivity and reduced sick days substantially."

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Raj Patel

CEO

Patel Retail Group • Retail

"I recommend FICA Advantage to all my fellow school administrators. Our district is saving thousands per month, and teachers love having access to prescription discounts and wellness programs."

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Lisa Wong

School Principal

Riverside Academy • Education

"Hospital staffing is expensive, and this program has been a blessing. We're reinvesting the savings into equipment while providing our nurses with better wellness support."

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Dr. James Morrison

Hospital Administrator

St. Mary's Regional Hospital • Healthcare

"We run three automotive shops, and this program has been perfect. Easy to set up, IRS-compliant, and our mechanics appreciate having affordable prescription coverage."

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Carlos Martinez

Owner

Martinez Auto Group • Automotive

"As a franchisee, I needed something scalable and compliant across multiple locations. This program delivers on both fronts, and our employees love the wellness perks."

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Amanda Foster

Multi-Unit Franchisee

QuickStop Convenience Stores • Retail

"Running a dental practice comes with high overhead. This program reduced our payroll tax burden significantly, and now our entire team has access to prescription savings and mental health support."

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Dr. Kevin Nguyen

Practice Owner

Nguyen Family Dentistry • Healthcare

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Leadership

Meet the Founder

Dedicated to helping businesses save money while providing better employee benefits

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Serving Our Community with Integrity

CJ McElrath

Founder & CEO

FICA Advantage Solutions

CJ McElrath is a proud U.S. Army Veteran who founded FICA Advantage Solutions with a mission to help businesses across America reduce costs while providing better employee benefits.

After serving his country, CJ dedicated himself to helping business owners navigate complex payroll tax regulations and unlock significant savings through IRS-compliant reimbursement strategies.

With years of experience in benefits consulting and a deep commitment to veteran and community values, CJ has helped hundreds of companies—from small family-owned restaurants to large manufacturing facilities—recover millions in FICA taxes while improving employee wellness.

"Our mission is simple: help employers save money and give their employees benefits they actually use. It's a win-win that strengthens businesses and communities."

Veteran-Owned

U.S. Army Service

IronGate Partner

Authorized Advisor

IRS Compliant

Fully Compliant Programs

500+ Clients

Nationwide Coverage

Industries We Serve Nationwide

Helping businesses across every sector recover FICA taxes and provide better employee benefits

Restaurants

& Hospitality

Hospitals

& Healthcare

Schools

& Education

Retail

& Shops

Manufacturing

& Production

Construction

& Trades

Also serving:

Automotive Technology Professional Services Logistics Real Estate Non-Profits Agriculture Beauty & Wellness

Don't see your industry? We likely help businesses like yours.

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Impact Comparison

Before vs. After FICA Advantage

See the dramatic difference in payroll costs and employee satisfaction

BEFORE

Old Way

Example: Restaurant with 35 employees

$42,000 / year in FICA taxes

High Payroll Tax Burden

Paying full 7.65% employer share on all W-2 wages

Limited Employee Benefits

Can't afford comprehensive healthcare benefits

Employee Retention Issues

Higher turnover due to lack of benefits

Out-of-Pocket Healthcare Costs

Employees paying full price for prescriptions

No Compliance Optimization

Missing out on IRS-approved tax savings

AFTER

With FICA Advantage

Same restaurant, optimized program

$42,000 / year recovered

+ Zero additional cost to implement!

Reduced Tax Burden

Recover up to $1,200 per employee annually

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Telehealth, prescription savings, wellness support

Improved Employee Satisfaction

Better retention with meaningful benefits

Affordable Healthcare Access

70,000+ pharmacies, 24/7 virtual care access

100% IRS Compliant

Fully approved FICA reimbursement program

$1,200

Average Savings Per Employee/Year

$0

Out-of-Pocket Cost to Employer

100%

IRS Compliant & Approved

Benefits for Employers & Employees

A program designed to help businesses save money while giving employees real healthcare value

For Employers

Save Money & Reduce Taxes

FICA Tax Savings

Recover 7.65% of payroll through IRS-compliant reimbursements (Section 105/125)

Zero Cost to Implement

No upfront fees, no administrative burden—we handle everything

IRS Compliance Guaranteed

Fully compliant with IRS regulations—no audit risk or legal concerns

Attract & Retain Talent

Offer competitive benefits without increasing payroll costs

Increase Bottom Line

Recover tens of thousands in annual payroll tax savings

For Employees

Real Healthcare Value

Urgent Care Prescriptions

Access 70+ medications at 70,000+ pharmacies nationwide—$250 annual allowance

24/7 Telehealth Access

Connect with virtual doctors anytime for common medical needs

Wellness & Preventive Care

Lifestyle coaching, nutrition support, and stress management resources

Zero Out-of-Pocket Cost

No employee premiums, no copays, no hidden fees—100% employer-funded

Average $500+ Savings/Year

Avoid urgent care visits, copays, and high deductibles for common health needs

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Why Employees Love This Program

Meaningful Benefits Without Extra Insurance Costs

Employees receive real, day-to-day healthcare support at no additional cost to them, including urgent care prescription access, wellness benefits, virtual care, and more.

These benefits are simple, practical, and designed to reduce out-of-pocket medical spending for common health needs.

Urgent Care Rx

70+ medications available

Telehealth 24/7

Virtual doctor access

Wellness Support

Lifestyle coaching

Zero Cost

No employee fees

Included Employee Benefits

Everything Employees Need for Better Health & Lower Costs

Urgent Care Prescription Program

A major component of the employee benefits package includes 70+ urgent care medications, available nationwide across 70,000+ pharmacies, helping employees avoid expensive doctor or ER visits.

Covers: Common antibiotics, antifungals, corticosteroids, cold & flu meds, GI meds, migraine treatments & more

$250 annual allowance for urgent care prescriptions

Mail-order option: 6 free shipments per year ($7.99 after)

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70K+ Locations

Telehealth

Telehealth & Virtual Care

  • 24/7 access to virtual medical providers
  • Avoid unnecessary urgent care visits
  • Quick support for common medical needs

Wellness & Preventive Care Programs

  • Lifestyle & wellness coaching
  • Nutrition & fitness support
  • Stress management resources

Financial Support Benefits

  • No additional employee cost
  • Reduces financial strain from common health expenses
  • Predictable access to essentials like antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, asthma inhalers, allergy meds
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Covered Medications

Examples of Covered Medications

Access to 70+ urgent care prescriptions across multiple categories

Antibiotics

Antifungals

Corticosteroids

Cold & Flu Medications

Pain & Inflammation

GI Support

Respiratory (Including Albuterol Inhaler)

Diabetes (Insulin Lispro at Reduced Cost)

Real Life Savings

How Employees Save Money

Employees commonly use benefits for everyday health needs

Common Health Needs Covered:

Sinus infections
Ear infections
Pink eye
UTIs
Stomach viruses
Flu-like symptoms
Migraines
Asthma flare-ups
Skin infections & rashes

Each Time They Access Benefits, They Avoid:

$150–$400

Urgent care visit costs

High Copays

Expensive insurance deductibles

Lost Time

Missed work & productivity loss

Average Employee Savings Per Year

$500+
Employee Testimonials

What Employees Are Saying

Real feedback from employees using these benefits every day

"Having access to urgent care medications saved my family hundreds this year."

Sarah M.

Retail Manager

"My employer offering this program was a lifesaver — literally."

James T.

Restaurant Server

"I avoided three urgent care visits because of this benefit."

Maria L.

Warehouse Worker

"The telehealth access has been incredible for my kids when they're sick."

David K.

Manufacturing Supervisor

"Getting my asthma inhaler without the high copay was a game changer."

Emily R.

Office Administrator

"I can't believe this benefit is free. It's saved me so much stress and money."

Robert P.

Driver

"The wellness coaching helped me make real lifestyle changes. So grateful."

Jennifer S.

Healthcare Worker

"Having 24/7 virtual doctor access means peace of mind for my whole family."

Michael B.

IT Specialist

Simple, Fast Access

How Employees Use Their Benefits

Getting started is easy and takes just minutes

1

Enroll in Minutes

Quick and simple enrollment process with your employer

2

Access Network

Use virtual care or visit any of 70,000+ pharmacies nationwide

3

Get Medications

Receive urgent-care medications same day at no extra cost

4

Save Money

Avoid expensive urgent care visits and high copays every time

It's That Simple!

No complicated forms, no waiting periods, no hassle. Just real healthcare benefits when you need them.

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Give Your Team Benefits That Truly Matter

Powerful healthcare support, no added cost — and huge value for your employees.

70+

Medications Covered

$0

Employee Cost

24/7

Virtual Care

IRS-Compliant
ACA-Aligned
Trusted Nationwide
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Your Team Deserves Better

Real benefits. Real savings. Real impact.

$500+

Avg. Employee Savings