by betvmsibg | Feb 27, 2025 | Health Plan Design, Mental Health Compliance
As mental health awareness continues to rise, so does the scrutiny on employers to provide fair and compliant mental health coverage within their benefits plans. The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) and other regulations mandate that mental...
by betvmsibg | Feb 4, 2025 | Data Analytics, Health Plan Costs, Health Plan Design
In today’s complex healthcare environment, managing employee benefits effectively requires more than just offering a one-size-fits-all solution. Employers need clear visibility into their health plans and actionable data insights to make informed decisions. By...
by betvmsibg | Jan 27, 2025 | Health Plan Costs, Health Plan Design, Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs)
The challenges surrounding Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) have long been a topic of concern for employers, healthcare professionals, and policy advocates. Recently, entrepreneur Mark Cuban reignited the conversation with his pointed critique of PBM practices, as...
by betvmsibg | Jan 17, 2025 | Health Plan Costs, The Affordable Care Act (ACA)
In December 2024, Congress passed two significant pieces of legislation – the Paperwork Burden Reduction Act (H.R. 3797) and the Employer Reporting Improvement Act (H.R. 3801) – aimed at streamlining Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting requirements for...
by betvmsibg | Jan 6, 2025 | Boosting Employee Retention, Health Plan Costs, Health Plan Design
The health benefits landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by regulatory shifts, technological advancements, and changing workforce expectations. For employers and benefits consultants, staying ahead of these changes is critical to managing costs,...