Consumer Driven Health Care

But retention kept HealthEquity's HSA count growing, and the CEO sees cost-cutting pressure increasing employers' interest in new ideas.

Health care costs are rapidly rising for all Americans, with average annual out-of-pocket costs increasing from $763 to $1,425 over the past two decades.

More than one-third of employees avoid thinking about health plans and retirement because they feel too overwhelmed.

“The Guardian knew these accusations were false but published them anyway, brazenly trying to capitalize on the tragic and shocking assassination of UnitedHealthcare’s then-CEO, Brian Thompson, in December 2024,” according to the lawsuit, which was filed on Wednesday in Delaware Superior Court.

"There are a lot of people who are dealing with and suffering from mental health conditions. That can impact the workplace, which can lead to more discrimination claims," said Chris Williams, Employment Practices Liability Product Manager at Travelers.

Nearly 9 in 10 employees who are very or extremely satisfied with their benefits say it is easy or very easy to access them.