Benefits Think How to ensure your EAP will pay for itself
EAPs tend to end up on the budgetary chopping block, but should they?
Benefits Think Containing costs comes at a price — a narrow network could be the answer
Employers are now shifting from developing the plans just to reduce costs to using them as a way to provide value-based healthcare.
Benefits Think Language to watch out for in a disability contract
To avoid headaches, clients need to look at and/or provisions and pre-existing conditions, among others.
Benefits Think Language to watch out for in a disability contract
To avoid headaches, HR professionals need to look at and/or provisions and pre-existing conditions, among others.
Benefits Think Examining the fine print of carrier contracts
When reviewing medical and pharmacy contracts, employers should look out for language including medical coverage contact, network integration and rebates.
Benefits Think Don’t ignore the legalese: Double-check your carrier contracts
When reviewing medical and pharmacy contracts, employers should look out for language including medical coverage contact, network integration and rebates.
Benefits Think Why your medical benefit plan needs a quarterly checkup
As we head into the heart of renewal season, that old fear of receiving a surprise from your broker or carrier is likely sneaking into the back of your mind. Theres a better way: Performing a checkup on your benefits plan to make sure its as healthy as it can be.
Benefits Think ACOs: What are they, how do they work and are they right for you?
The push for accountable care organizations is driven in large part by the Affordable Care Act and its emphasis on quality care and downward pressure on overall health costs. But how viable are they, and should your organization consider using one?