Healthcare plans

Health systems do not want to lose money for better health outcomes, say consultants Brian Klepper and Fred Goldstein.

No bones about it: Disorders such as arthritis and back pain affect more than half of employees, and are one of the costliest healthcare drivers for clients.

Connected devices, smart cloud tech can help employers manage the disease, says Livongo Health CMO Jennifer Schneider.

It’s a common misunderstanding that CI only covers this disease, says The Standard’s Danielle Lehman — the products have evolved.

There are a lot of people in the U.S. who dream of single-payer health care. And what a dream it is!

Healthcare costs are expected to increase 6% in 2017 as companies make use of better management tools and take advantage of advances in telehealth.

Livongo Health CMO Jennifer Schneider discusses the company’s new approach for diabetes management, which consists of connected devices and a smart cloud, and how it can help employers.

In an attempt to counter expensive medical claims, some employers are requiring mandatory doctor visits regardless of health quality.

The platforms promote trust, break down silos and create better connections, says Regence BlueShield President Don Antonucci.

No bones about it: Disorders such as arthritis and back pain affect more than half of employees, and are one of the costliest healthcare drivers for companies. Here are 5 things employers can do to help.

Healthcare costs are expected to increase 6% in 2017 as companies make use of better management tools and take advantage of advances in telehealth.

Advisers need to bring employers a cost-reduction strategy that helps employees understand the care they need, what it costs and where to get it.

What employers need to bring down healthcare spending and improve care quality is a strategy that helps employees understand the care they need, what it costs and where they should get it.

The system in America today is not sustainable; we can do better through improved transparency and quality, says adviser Mark Gaunya, who provides 10 operating principles.

The move, which establishes a health insurance program through UnitedHealthcare, is the first of its kind in major American sports.

In an attempt to counter expensive medical claims, some employers are requiring mandatory doctor visits regardless of health quality.

Health benefits and well-being plans are crucial to retaining top talent, but many workers feel employers don’t view it as a priority.

Employers are increasingly adopting reference based pricing and reimbursements as a way to more effectively determine and control health costs.

Post-ACA, more and more small companies have stopped offering insurance for employees.

The move, which establishes a health insurance program through UnitedHealthcare, is the first of its kind in major American sports.