DiCesare & Associates, Inc.

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DiCesare & Associates, Inc. is a Rochester, New York–based management and benefits consulting firm that processes ACH payments and premiums on behalf of employers and related benefits/HR service providers.

Rochester, NY

About DiCesare & Associates, Inc.

DiCesare & Associates, Inc. appears to be a professional services and management consulting company based in Rochester, New York, associated with employee benefits, HR, and related financial administration. Business directories list it under management and technical consulting services, while partner documentation from Optima Benefits and Payroll shows that DiCesare & Associates is used as the billing entity for benefits and HR-related services. In practice, this means they function as the behind‑the‑scenes company handling premium and service debits for employers and benefits administrators.

A charge labeled “DICESARE AND ASS” or “DiCesare and Associates” on a bank or card statement is most commonly tied to recurring premium payments or HR/benefits services set up through an employer or via Optima Benefits and Payroll’s enrollment portal. Enrollment materials explicitly state that employee premium deductions and related charges will appear on statements under the name “DiCesare and Associates,” and that amounts can vary over time due to age‑based premium adjustments, benefit changes, or dependent modifications. These are typically authorized, recurring ACH or card debits that occur on a set schedule (often around the first of the month) for health, dental, vision, or other voluntary benefits coverage.

If you are unsure about a DiCesare & Associates charge, first review any recent benefits enrollment or changes made through your employer, HR portal, or Optima Benefits and Payroll. Compare the date and amount of the charge to your enrollment confirmation or pay‑roll/benefits documents. For questions, employees are generally instructed to contact the benefits administrator shown on their enrollment paperwork (commonly Optima Benefits and Payroll at their Rochester, NY office or via email) to confirm the charge, adjust coverage, or cancel future payments. If you do not recognize the transaction and cannot match it to any benefits or HR service, contact your bank or card issuer promptly to dispute the charge and monitor your accounts for additional unauthorized activity.

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  1. PURCHASE DICESARE AND ASS M121652217931 INTERNET PAYMENT

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge from “DiCesare and Associates” or “DICESARE AND ASS” on my statement?

Charges labeled “DiCesare and Associates” typically correspond to benefits or HR‑related payments processed on behalf of your employer or a partner like Optima Benefits and Payroll. In Optima’s enrollment materials, they note that authorized premium deductions will post to your bank account under the name “DiCesare and Associates,” usually for health, dental, vision, or other voluntary benefits premiums.

Is the DiCesare & Associates charge related to my Optima Benefits and Payroll enrollment?

Yes, if you recently enrolled in benefits through Optima Benefits and Payroll, their enrollment terms specify that ACH debits for your premiums will appear as “DiCesare and Associates” on your bank statement. The timing and amount of the charge should match the schedule and premium details you agreed to during enrollment.

Why does my DiCesare & Associates charge amount change from month to month?

According to the Optima Benefits enrollment terms, premium amounts processed under the name “DiCesare and Associates” can vary over time due to age‑based premium adjustments, changes in your selected benefits, and adding or removing dependents. You should receive advance notice (typically around 10 days) before any increase, and you can confirm details with your benefits administrator.

How can I cancel or stop future DiCesare & Associates premium payments?

To stop future payments, you must cancel or change your benefits through the channel specified by your administrator—often by emailing the address listed in your enrollment paperwork (for Optima Benefits, this is typically an info@optimabenefitsgroup.com contact) at least 10 days before the next scheduled debit. Cancellation requests must usually be made in writing and may also need to comply with your employer’s open enrollment or qualifying life event rules.

Can I get a refund for a DiCesare & Associates charge I believe is incorrect?

If you think a DiCesare & Associates charge is wrong—for example, if coverage was cancelled or the amount is higher than authorized—contact the benefits or HR provider shown in your enrollment materials (often Optima Benefits and Payroll) with your name, employer, date, and amount of the charge. They can verify your coverage, correct billing errors, and, where appropriate, issue a refund or credit. If they confirm it is unauthorized, you should also notify your bank or card issuer.

How do I contact someone about a DiCesare & Associates billing question?

Start with the contact details on your benefits enrollment form or HR portal, since DiCesare & Associates typically processes payments on behalf of another provider. For Optima Benefits and Payroll–related charges, their site lists a Rochester, NY office phone number and an email support address, and they note that questions about ACH debits appearing as “DiCesare and Associates” can be directed there. Your employer’s HR department can also help route your inquiry.

Are DiCesare & Associates charges one‑time or recurring?

Most DiCesare & Associates charges associated with benefits enrollment are recurring, scheduled to occur monthly (often on or around the first of the month) as long as your coverage remains active. However, a one‑time setup, adjustment, or catch‑up premium may also be processed under the same descriptor, so it’s important to compare the posted charge with your latest benefits documentation.

What should I do if I don’t recognize a DiCesare & Associates transaction at all?

If you have not enrolled in any benefits or HR services that mention DiCesare & Associates in the billing terms, treat the charge as potentially unauthorized. Check with family members on the account, then contact your bank or card issuer immediately to report the transaction, request details about the originator, and, if necessary, dispute the charge and update your payment credentials to prevent further debits.

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