Healthcare issues

Large market employers can mitigate the risks of fully insured plans, but the small to middle market may find that joining a medical captive brings more control over their medical costs, says adviser Mark Gaunya.

Instead of debating insurance marketplaces, U.S. lawmakers should focus on comparing the price of prescription drugs in Canada, suggest Perry Braun.

Employers beware: With this acquisition, the online retailing juggernaut has set its sights on healthcare.

Advisers beware: With this acquisition, the online retailing juggernaut has set its sights on healthcare.

Some GOP proposals, such as emphasis on HSAs and association health plans, could help put the industry on a more stable footing.

Some GOP proposals, such as emphasis on HSAs and association health plans, could help put the industry on a more stable footing.

Talks about a bipartisan fallback are based on the idea that ACA insurance markets have problems and would need to be fixed if the healthcare bill dies.

While his comments may encourage conservatives to fall in line with his approach, party moderates may be emboldened to abandon the GOP legislation.

Successful consultants embrace the ever-changing benefits landscape, seeking out innovation at every turn.

Those who expect to stay longer on their jobs could be hurting their prospects, as many people are forced to retire early because of health issues.