Insurance

MetLife beat back a U.S. attempt to label it too big to fail, which would’ve put America’s biggest life insurer under tougher government scrutiny and forced it to put more money in reserves.

Employees signing on to the PBE through their employer gain access to a unique package of discount coupons for movies, amusement parks, car rentals and sporting events.

Despite early successes, many large employers are reluctant to move employees to an online benefits marketplace.

Brokers fall short with their clients when they fail to help workers make the most of their benefits, says Mike Hanner.

The strategy involves anticipating the needs of those employees who use the most resources in between doctor visits and automating processes to manage their treatment plans.

Increased demand and use of technology are among the insights revealed by Chestnut Global Partners in its analysis of employee assistance programs.

Movie, restaurant and theme park discounts are among the incentives being offered by the marketplace operator.

Despite early successes, many large employers still reluctant to move employees to an online benefits market.

The carriers offering the supplemental benefits see a value-add for employers that sign on, but experts say advisers will play a critical role in getting employees engaged.

The chief drivers of cost in any healthcare plan are the sickest patients in the pool, prompting clients to consider options that specifically address chronic care management.