This neglected group could get some relief if proposed 401(k) changes happen
Congress is considering a proposal that would allow small companies to create a multiple-employer retirement plan to enable their workers to build their nest eggs,
Economy
Battling Rx price increases: How to cut pharmacy costs in half
Pharmacy benefit manager rebates and third-party revenues are killing employers’ prescription drug plans. Here’s what companies should do about it.
Health insurance startups bet it’s time for a ’90s revival
Nineties throwbacks have swept through music, TV and fashion. Some startups want to bring a bit of that vintage feel to workplace health insurance plans.
2 strategies to simplify taxes in retirement
Instead of making quarterly tax payments, retirees have the option of having the payments withheld from their Social Security and pension benefits.
Brokerage targets healthcare management for firms with tight margins
Coldbrook Insurance Group introduces Total Control Health Plans to help clients reduce plan expenses and improve their health spend.
Amazon’s PillPack deal a warning shot for PBMs
The online retail giant’s purchase of the drug delivery service could mean the end of pharmacy benefit managers and a major wake up call for benefit brokers, says Shandon Fowler.
Battling Rx price increases: How to cut pharmacy costs in half
Pharmacy benefit manager rebates and third-party revenues are killing employer’s prescription drug plans. What are the best strategies to adopt?
Obamacare fix said to be prepared after risk payments halted
The Trump administration is preparing a regulation that would allow the resumption of billions of dollars in payments to health insurers in the ACA.
Amazon’s PillPack deal a warning shot for PBMs
The online retail giant’s purchase of the drug delivery service could mean the end of pharmacy benefit managers and a major wake up call for benefit brokers, says Shandon Fowler.
Benefits Think What do the DOL’s new AHP rules actually mean?
The final regulations do not replace the existing association health plan rules. Instead, they create a three-tier AHP system. Here’s what’s inside.
Christopher Beinecke
Marsh & McLennan Agency
Publicis Health acquires Payer Sciences
The newly acquired health marketing agency uses data and analytics to help clients navigate payer behavior and the reimbursement environment.
HSA users do not see plans as tax savings, retirement tools
Health savings account participants are more engaged in their healthcare decisions but still see HSAs as ways for reducing medical expense.
Benefits Think Reference-based pricing is gaining momentum — here’s why
The model is becoming increasingly popular as more employers consider the move to correct cost transparency issues as they transition from fully-insured to self-funded insurance plans.
John Kern
Corporate Synergies
Benefits Think 4 reasons employers should pay attention to genetic testing
As the services become mainstream, it’s time for benefits managers to get up to speed.
Suzanne Delbanco
Catalyst for Payment Reform
Million-dollar medical claims increase by 87 percent
Injectable drugs and in-patient care drive the highest of cost for employers.
Trusted Advisor program delivers financial wellness to NYC small businesses
Employees in Manhattan are assigned a dedicated financial adviser who helps them save money and plan for their future — with all fees waived.
Feeling the pain, employers begin to take on the opioid epidemic
Education, addiction services and alternative therapy coverage to treat pain management are among the strategies companies are embracing.
Benefits Think Reference-based pricing is gaining momentum — here’s why
The model is becoming increasingly popular as more employers consider the move to correct cost transparency issues as they transition from fully-insured to self-funded insurance plans.
John Kern
Corporate Synergies
Walmart names Humana veteran to run its health and wellness unit
The move comes as Walmart and Humana explore ways to deepen their alliance to provide healthcare to consumers.
U.S. to make more drugs easily available, cutting role docs play
The FDA issued draft guidelines Tuesday outlining possible steps patients can take to get prescription medications without seeing a doctor.
