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Innovation and Investment in Self-Funded Health Plans: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities
The employer health plan market isn't just changing – it's creating significant new opportunities for investment and innovation that directly impact your ability to manage costs and enhance benefits. A "substantial migration" to self-funded models underscores a fundamental truth: employers are actively seeking better ways to achieve "cost control, greater flexibility, and access to detailed claims data." This drive has turned the self-funded space into "fertile ground for innovation."
Carrier Corner: Fall 2018
PBM Transparency
PBM transparency, or lack thereof, has long been an issue among payers and policymakers. PBMs’ multiple revenue sources and confusing pricing and packaging methods leave many employers unsure of what bundled services they’re really paying for.
Common Screenings for Men and Women
What are some common screenings for men and women? Are you doing these common screenings when it is recommended?
Sky-high Air Ambulance Costs
Consumers nationwide have been shocked with sky-high medical flight bills that insurers won’t fully cover. And unlike other health care costs, federal law prohibits states from regulating medical-flight fees.
How To Ease The Transition To A New Doctor
There are a number of reasons a person might switch doctors: a move may make it necessary; a change in insurance plans or carriers; the doctor may not be a good fit for the patient.