7 intriguing tech solutions for benefit brokers and their clients
These smart tools make benefits easier to use and administer.
Healthcare benefits
What’s in a consulting firm’s name? A vision for growth
HR and benefits consulting firm Findley Davies strengthens company-wide commitment to continued business development and excellent client service with a strategic rebrand.
Why premiums are C.R.A.P.
President of Energi Insurance Services in San Juan Capistrano, Calif., Craig Lack identifies how brokers can claim new clients by showing them the cost of inaction.
Cigna takes hopeful step to curb opioid use
The insurer’s 25% reduction in painkiller scripts nearly a year ahead of schedule sets new tone for managing national epidemic, catches large brokerage’s attention.
Benefits Think Why Trump’s drug plan fails employers
By not prioritizing the use of pharmacy benefit management drug rebates, the administration is hurting companies, who shoulder the burden of rising costs by all stakeholders in the supply chain.
Cheryl Larson
Midwest Business Group on Health
Despite efforts to kill it, ACA remains on employers’ radar
The Affordable Care Act and association health plans still have a role to play in shaping the nation's healthcare landscape.
Benefits Think How to help employees avoid wasted HSA dollars
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.
Dr. Miles Varn
PinnacleCare
Cigna takes hopeful step to curb opioid use
The insurer’s 25% reduction in painkiller scripts nearly a year ahead of schedule sets new tone for managing national epidemic, catches large brokerage’s attention.
Benefits Think Why more small, midsize employers are turning to level-funding
The alternative strategy is ideal for companies that like the idea of self-funding but want to keep the safety and stability of consistent premium payments.
John Milne
Corporate Synergies
Despite efforts to kill it, ACA remains on employers’ radar
The Affordable Care Act and association health plans still have a role to play in shaping the nation's healthcare landscape.
Benefits Think What employers need to know about value-based care
For companies, the arrangement can mean a healthier workforce, better care for their employees and less money spent paying for employees’ medical bills.
Sam Ho
UnitedHealthcare
15 employers that boosted benefits in wake of tax reform
Aflac, Chipotle, Starbucks and Visa are among the employers investing their tax savings back into the workplace.
10 most stressed-out states
From healthcare costs and time and attendance, stress can have a big impact on workers. Employers in these states have a big challenge ahead of them.
Brokers debate their role in a new employee benefits landscape—Part 2
The recent moves by Amazon, Walmart and other large employers to manage their employees' healthcare has numerous implications. Here our panel of experts considers the most likely outcomes.
Most heavy smokers don’t want to know if they have cancer
A new study found that fewer than 2% of heavy smokers in the U.S. get recommended lung cancer screenings.
Walmart partners with health app Sharecare to engage workforce
The retail giant is rolling out the tool to its 1.5 million employees in an effort to boost wellness by “increasing engagement, improving health awareness and reinforcing healthy habits every day.”
Benefits Think How to revamp your disability insurance program
By making the benefit more comprehensive, employers can help effectively treat workers and reduce overall costs associated with delayed recovery and poor employee health.
Jung Ryu
The Standard
Benefits Think Why virtual care is an essential part of self-funding
Much like stop-loss coverage, employers can use telehealth services when making the leap to becoming self-insured.
Kelly Bliss
Teladoc
Benefits Think What to do when your client is too small for on-site healthcare
Near-site clinics can increase employee wellness and satisfaction.
Heather Halliburton
OurHealth
Benefits Think The next frontier in employee wellness: disease management
Rather than focus attention — and dollars — on getting workers fit, employers are beginning to zero in on helping them manage chronic illness.
Stephanie Ward
Corporate Synergies