Benefits Think Is reference-based pricing driving the recent spate of healthcare acquisitions?
As more employers move to self-insure, carriers are in search of new value propositions.
Alex Tolbert
BerniePortal
Healthcare costs
CVS is `moving forward’ with Aetna deal as profit tops estimates
CVS Health Corp. said it’s making progress in the regulatory review of its $68 billion deal to buy health insurer Aetna
Personalized, progressive employee health offerings on the rise
The percentage of employers offering benefits including telemedicine, stress reduction programs and 24-hour nurse lines jump to accommodate an always-on workforce.
Small employers flocking to self-funding
More are embracing the insurance model, as firms realize cost savings, plan flexibility and employee satisfaction that can manifest itself as soon as the first year after implementation.
Hyperbolic reactions to Amazon’s healthcare venture level off
But many advisers remain optimistic that the three-way partnership will succeed at restructuring healthcare costs.
Grocer’s health clinics boost employee health engagement
H-E-B’s facilities boost workers’ investment in health and put a primary care mindset first.
Benefits Think Helping small groups overcome the barriers to self-insurance
Advisers need to guide their clients around these three obstacles.
Alex Tolbert
BerniePortal
Social Security ‘is under attack,’ say these congressional Democrats
A recent report from Democrats on the Joint Economic Committee says that Social Security is being threatened, and the federal government should consider modernizing and enhancing the program.
Personalized, progressive employee health offerings on the rise
The percentage of employers offering benefits including telemedicine, stress reduction programs and 24-hour nurse lines jump to accommodate an always-on workforce.
Healthcare experts cast doubts over Amazon-Berkshire-JPMorgan coalition
A majority of employers and industry insiders surveyed by Venrock are worried the effort is going to “face substantial challenges and take lots of time.”
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
Special needs caregivers: A complex and underserved market for advisers
Overwhelmed and anxious, employees who care for disabled and challenged loved ones have their own unique requirements.
Benefits Think Are wellness plans at risk?
Concerns over privacy and reimbursement programs have cast a shadow on these popular and beneficial programs.
Jake Glover
Population Health Alliance
Benefits Think The role of PBMs in the drug supply chain — and why it matters to advisers
Many pharmacy benefit managers promote discounts and drug rebates that may look good on paper, but often provide no transparency of true costs. This can result in employers paying much more than they should.
Greg Andrews
Corporate Synergies
Healthcare experts cast doubts over Amazon-Berkshire-JPMorgan coalition
A majority of employers and industry insiders surveyed by Venrock are worried the effort is going to “face substantial challenges and take lots of time.”
Benefits Think Are wellness plans at risk?
Concerns over privacy and reimbursement programs have cast a shadow on these popular and beneficial programs.
Jake Glover
Population Health Alliance
Benefits Think Why employees should purchase LTD coverage
Often overlooked, the benefit could provide much-needed relief to employees who need income replacement.
Liisa Granfors-Hunt
Corporate Synergies
Benefits Think The role of PBMs in the drug supply chain — and why it matters to employers
Many pharmacy benefit managers promote discounts and drug rebates that may look good on paper, but often provide no transparency of true costs. This can result in employers paying much more than they should.
Greg Andrews
Corporate Synergies
Benefits Think The key to retaining self-funded clients
Brokers can use advanced data analytics to drive partnerships with self-insured employers, says Advanced Plan for Health’s Neil Godbey.
Neil Godbey
Advanced Plan for Health
Leveraging benefits programs to grow employers’ EBITDA
Adviser Kimberly Eckelbarger shows clients how to increase earnings by right-sizing their health plans.
