Shining a light on one of the biggest mysteries in health care is a noble goal. Here's how employers and benefits advisors can build on the transparency momentum to transform the system.
Also, level funding is a midway approach for employers ready to move away from a fully insured plan while keeping the consistency and predictability that came with it.
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