by betvmsibg | Sep 25, 2025 | Boosting Employee Retention, Employee Benefits Education, Health Plan Costs, Health Plan Design, Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), Public Sector Benefits
As healthcare costs continue to climb, employers are reexamining their network design strategies to balance affordability with quality care. Narrow networks – plans that limit the pool of in-network providers in exchange for lower premiums and more coordinated...
by betvmsibg | Aug 28, 2025 | Data Analytics, Drug Costs, Health Plan Costs, Health Plan Design, Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), Public Sector Benefits
When it comes to managing pharmacy costs, one of the most complex areas for employers is understanding how their Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) structures contracts and fees. PBMs play an essential role in administering prescription drug programs, but the lack of...
by betvmsibg | Jun 26, 2025 | Drug Costs, Health Plan Costs, Health Plan Design, Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), Public Sector Benefits
As pharmacy costs continue to be one of the fastest-growing components of healthcare spend, employers are increasingly evaluating whether carving out pharmacy benefits from their medical plan makes strategic and financial sense. While the decision can offer greater...
by betvmsibg | Jun 12, 2025 | Drug Costs, Health Plan Costs, Health Plan Design, Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs)
Groundbreaking therapies such as GLP-1 receptor agonists and advanced gene therapies have dramatically reshaped the cost structures for employee benefit plans. As organizations gear up for their 2026 benefit renewals, understanding these developments is crucial for...
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...
