Benefits Sales Strategies

"Hospitals have full discretion to set their chargemaster prices, which, on average, are more than four times the actual cost of care delivery," the Health Affairs study says.

Jim Hayes, executive client partner at Alegeus, explains what important conversations employers need to be having with their TPAs.

The likelihood of consumers purchasing insurance for valuables, pets and households varies based on age, education and location.

The article argues that, given the federal government's endorsement of RBP and its proven efficacy in reducing employer costs and expanding participant options, it is now virtually impossible for a plan fiduciary to lawfully discharge their duties in accordance with ERISA without at least considering the implementation of RBP.

Survey respondents say they need more clarity on coverage, adding that remote work and screen time have a negative impact on their eyes.

The diversity of voices offers our best hope against the seemingly insurmountable obstacles facing those who strive every day to fix our broken health care system.