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Legislation & ComplianceDOL Proposal Could Change How Group Health Plans Deliver Required Documents
A new Department of Labor proposal could give ERISA-covered group health plans another option for delivering required documents electronically. Here’s what employers should know about the proposal, potential benefits and what happens next.
Preparing for High-Cost Claims: Strategies That Protect Your Benefits Budget
High-cost claims can quickly disrupt an employer’s benefits budget. Proactive claims monitoring, specialty pharmacy management, care navigation and financial planning can help organizations prepare for large medical expenses before they become renewal-season surprises.
Stop-Loss Insurance: What Self-Funded Employers Should Review Before Renewal
Stop-loss renewal is about more than premium. Self-funded employers should evaluate attachment points, aggregate protection, laser provisions, contract terms and emerging claims exposure before renewal negotiations begin.
Why Preventive Care Is Still One of the Best Investments Employers Can Make
Preventive care can help employers identify health risks earlier, manage long-term healthcare costs, reduce absenteeism, improve productivity, and build a healthier workforce. The greatest value comes when employees understand and use the preventive benefits available to them.
The Hidden Drivers of Rising Healthcare Costs That Employers Can Actually Influence
Rising healthcare costs are not entirely outside an employer’s control. This article explores the hidden factors that can influence plan spending, including care settings, provider selection, chronic condition management, pharmacy costs, vendor performance, and employee engagement.
Rethinking Benefits Communication: Turning Awareness into Employee Action
Even the most valuable employee benefits can go underutilized if employees don’t fully understand them. Learn practical ways employers can improve benefits communication, encourage better decision-making, and help employees make the most of their available resources.