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Employers should stay informed about updates to model notices for group health plans under federal laws. Federal agencies provide and update these notices to aid compliance with...
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Healthcare price transparency aims to reveal the costs of medical services, providing patients, employers, and insurers with greater visibility into the financial aspects of...
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Artificial intelligence (AI) took the world by storm in 2023, transforming the way organizations operate and make decisions. Many employers embraced this technology to streamline their...
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The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released the latest update on civil monetary penalties for employee benefit-related violations in 2024. The increased amounts apply to civil...
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Over half of consumers feel stress when paying medical bills and more than 9 in 10 say these payments have impacted their mental and physical health, according to a study from PayMedix....
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According to the Nationwide Retirement Institute Health Care Costs in Retirement survey, many Americans aren’t confident in their ability to pay for health costs as they age. Over...
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Every day, news headlines are filled with stories of data breaches and cyberattacks. Unfortunately, even employee benefits plans are not immune to these threats. In fact, they are...
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According to a recent Gallup poll, nonretired Americans’ expectation for a comfortable retirement has fallen 10% since 2021. This year has the most pessimistic retirement outlook...
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Employers are recognizing the importance of prioritizing mental health benefits in light of the challenges posed by inflation and increasing healthcare costs. The well-being of...
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Many employers lowered their claim costs during the COVID-19 pandemic due to people delaying their care. Now that utilization is increasing, medical plan costs are approaching...
