Healthcare issues

After Zoe Friedland became pregnant with her first child, she was picky about choosing a doctor to guide her through delivery. That person also had to be in the health insurance network of Cigna, the insurer that covers Friedland through her husband’s employer.

Employers have a key role to play in helping employees lead healthier lives and reduce their risk of mental health and substance use disorders, as well as chronic diseases.

Most job-changing participants migrate to employers with large health plans, but account consolidation can help both companies reduce their plan fees.

The annual Rising Stars in Advising list showcases young talent making a difference in the benefits industry.

The accounts will be managed through Wealthscape, allowing advisers access to their client’s finances to help manage rising healthcare costs.

As happens when the tech industry gets involved, hype surrounds the claims that artificial intelligence will help patients and even replace some doctors.

Responding to a crisis in their workplaces, employers are implementing programs to encourage transparency and support around mental wellness.

Choosing the right health benefit vendor is a combination of trial and error and transformative solutions that save money and provide the greatest impact.

This resource will help coordinate national efforts to address rising concern over workplace mental health and substance abuse care.

Companies can ease the burden for employees who are caregivers outside of the office.