New tech aims to be the Alexa of benefits and healthcare
HandsFree Health developed its WellBe virtual assistant to help people navigate the healthcare system, including out-of-pocket expenses for care.
Health insurance
Trump’s group health plan rules struck down as ACA `end-run’
The initiative was intended as a cheaper alternative to Obamacare, but a judge ruled the policy violates the healthcare law.
Benefits Think Why Amazon accepting HSA dollars is a big deal
The retailer’s move marks an exciting opportunity for the largely misunderstood and underutilized savings tools.
David Vivero
Amino
Benefits Think 4 drivers of healthcare costs — and what advisers should do
Brokers can generate client savings by focusing on frequency and severity of claims.
Benefits Think 4 trends reshaping health insurance
From the Affordable Care Act to growing amounts of health data, here’s what employers need to know.
Ron Goldstein
Choice Administrators
Trump administration tells court to scrap Obamacare
Getting rid of the ACA could roll back requirements for employer health plans, end subsidies for millions of people and eliminate expanded Medicaid coverage.
Health plans for state employees use Medicare’s hammer on hospital bills
Some states are moving to control their employees’ health plan costs, and it's triggering alarm from the hospital industry.
Benefits Think PEOs vs. fully insured plans: What’s the best bet for small businesses?
The best approach to acquiring health insurance depends on the specifics of the company and individual employees.
Sally Poblete
Wellthie
Health plans for state employees use Medicare’s hammer on hospital bills
Some states are moving to control their employees’ health plan costs, and it's triggering alarm from the hospital industry.
Benefits Think Top 5 health insurance trends to watch
From the Affordable Care Act to growing amounts of health data, here’s what advisers need to know.
Ron Goldstein
Choice Administrators
Benefits Think PEOs vs. fully insured plans: What’s the best bet for small businesses?
The best approach to acquiring health insurance depends on the specifics of the company and individual employees.
Sally Poblete
Wellthie
New health plans expose the insured to more risk
New types of insurance plans are sprouting up as clients face rising healthcare costs.
Benefits Think Digital health revolution: What we’ve learned so far
One lesson: Analytics and technology are only meaningful as part of a holistic approach to care.
Rebecca Madsen
UnitedHealthcare
Benefits Think Digital health revolution: What we’ve learned so far
One lesson: Analytics and technology are only meaningful as part of a holistic approach to care.
Rebecca Madsen
UnitedHealthcare
Benefits Think To check or not to check: Managing blood sugar in diabetic employees
As clients bear the brunt of costs associated with the testing, several strategies should be considered to better manage the issue.
Dr. Jan Berger
Midwest Business Group on Health
New health plans expose the insured to more risk
New types of insurance plans are sprouting up as clients face rising healthcare costs.
Benefits Think To check or not to check: Managing blood sugar in diabetic employees
As employers bear the brunt of costs associated with the testing, several strategies should be considered to better manage the issue.
Dr. Jan Berger
Midwest Business Group on Health
Dispelling the stigma around mental health disorders in the workplace
It’s on employers to create a culture of inclusion and remove the barriers that keep employees from utilizing mental well-being programs, experts say.
Employees don’t understand their health benefits — and clients aren’t helping
The vast majority of workers say their employer doesn’t serve as a resource for their healthcare-related questions.
Amazon-Berkshire-JPMorgan Chase alliance reveals name for healthcare company
Haven will work to “better outcomes and overall experience, as well as lower costs” for their 1.2 million employees.
