Dr. Miles Varn

A new rule only adds to the cost confusion and doesn't help patients make price comparisons when choosing where to receive care. Here's where employers can step in to fill the gaps.

Forget the health fairs and the discounted gym membership. These are the best ways clients can help their workers lead a healthier life.

Forget the health fairs and the discounted gym membership. These are the best ways employers can help their workers lead a healthier life.

Although employer-provided health plans include mental health and substance abuse care benefits, barriers — such as a lack of in-network providers — prevent workers from accessing the care.

Remote work options, flexible scheduling and robust medical coverage all play a role. But there’s one big aspect of support companies often overlook.

Custom pharmacy network design, site of care choice and employee education should all be a part of companies’ strategies.

Many workers aren’t using their pre-tax dollars as wisely as they could. But employers can help them avoid inappropriate care with tools that support informed medical decision-making.

Many workers aren’t using their pre-tax dollars as wisely as they could. But employers can help them avoid inappropriate care with tools that support informed medical decision-making.

Several factors contribute to workers’ failure to use the perks available to them, but employers can help with predictive and preventive approaches.