Why are so many states choosing to self-fund their employee health benefits?
While the switch to self-funding has increased for both public and private sector employers, state governments are one group that has
What will the prescription drug cost picture look like in 2018?
If you missed the number that many sources were reporting last year, it’s predicted that prescription drug spending could reach as
How does today’s multi-generational workforce factor in to the employee health benefits that companies offer?
With a workforce that represents everyone from Baby Boomers to Post-Millennials, employers are tasked with offering employee benefits that fit the
Where could we be missing some savings opportunities in our company’s health plan?
When employers take a closer look at their health plans and break down the various elements, the savings opportunities start to
How can employers keep participation rates up after a workplace wellness program is implemented?
As workplace wellness programs have become more and more common, so has this question. That’s because many companies find it a
With a self-funded plan, what are the main things to consider when choosing stop loss insurance?
Stop loss coverage serves as a fundamental layer of risk protection in self-funded plans, so I can’t stress enough how important
How is the concept of “everywhere care” affecting consumers?
This is a concept that was explored at our Cypress University conference last spring and explained as an innovation opportunity for
Do companies realize the substantial health plan savings promised when moving to a large carrier?
The timing of this question is near impeccable as we recently had a similar situation come up with a former (now
How are wearable health devices being integrated into employee benefit programs and why?
I’m sure you’ve noticed that people have really taken to wearable fitness trackers in the last few years. The devices are
What role can employers take in helping address the opioid addiction crisis?
Here’s the reality: the number of people addicted to opioids is climbing at an alarming rate, and this crisis isn’t going
