Advisers, brokers looking to strengthen critical partnership with insurance carriers
Since passage of the ACA, there has been a ‘huge divide’ between benefit pros and payers, according to attendees at the CIAB Employee Benefits Leadership Forum.
Private benefit exchanges
Advisers, brokers looking to strengthen critical partnership with insurance carriers
Since passage of the ACA, there has been a ‘huge divide’ between benefit pros and payers, according to attendees at the CIAB Employee Benefits Leadership Forum.
Private exchanges not for everyone, brokerage survey finds
Large employers unsure of the cost savings they’d see by moving employees to an online marketplace, but health sites are still evolving, according to Pacific Resources.
PBE Index sees 12-month gain; more growth expected
Since its launch in June 2015, the index has recorded tremendous gains, with more growth expected.
Private exchanges not for everyone, brokerage survey finds
Large employers unsure of the cost savings they’d see by moving employees to an online marketplace, but health sites are still evolving, according to Pacific Resources.
Brokers’ role ‘more important’ in private exchanges
While many workers can navigate benefit marketplaces by themselves, a new survey reveals that employees make better selections when helped by an adviser.
Brokers’ role ‘more important’ in private exchange system
While many workers can navigate benefit marketplaces by themselves, a new survey from Liazon reveals that employees make better selections when helped by an adviser.
How Amazon can provide lessons for benefits tech
In this ‘confusing’ healthcare landscape, the consumer powerhouse sets an example of where administration technology should go, says Chris Chan of Mercer LABS.
How Amazon can provide lessons for benefits tech
In this ‘confusing’ healthcare landscape, the consumer powerhouse sets an example of where administration technology should go, says Chris Chan of Mercer LABS.
Top benefit technology innovators
Part 2 of the inaugural Dig|Benefits Technology Innovator Awards, honoring employers, advisers, consultants and service providers.
Cigna, Namely launch private benefit exchange
Health insurance giant teams with tech-fueled brokerage on new benefits marketplace aimed at mid-sized companies.
Private exchange operators retooling their platforms
Providers are offering narrow networks and a greater variety of plans, giving employees more choice, according to PwC’s Barbara Gniewek.
Benefits Think Tech company works with insurers to reinvent benefits delivery
Vinay Gidwaney, chief product officer and co-founder of Maxwell Health, speaks about the company’s vision for a subscription-style benefits delivery model.
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Employee Benefit News
Private benefit exchange operators retooling their platforms
Providers are looking to bulk up their marketplaces with features that provide employees with more choice, say experts.
Plan sponsors seeking more efficient provision of retiree benefits
Traditional group coverage is dropping as employers help workers find other options, including private exchanges.
Employers seeking more efficient ways to offer retiree health benefits
Some group programs are being dropped and workers being moved to individual private exchanges.
How to speak a client’s industry-specific language
Specializing in a business sector allows advisers to intelligently discuss an employer’s most pressing problems.
Maestro exec says new platform offers option for self-funded clients
CEO Rob Butler says the offering his company recently unveiled bundles onboarding, private exchange, ben admin, and other functionality
Why employers should look for flexible private exchange solutions
Plan sponsors will not be well-served by a cookie-cutter approach, says insurance expert Sima Reid.
Why private exchange solutions should be flexible
Offering a cookie-cutter model does not service the needs of clients, says insurance expert Sima Reid.
