Cost-Containment

Investigators did find that UnitedHealth's risk assessment people looked hard for signs of health problems not mentioned by patients' own doctors.

PCMA says the law violates the ERISA provision that preempts state benefits regulation.

Even as patient experience climbs the priority list, revenue growth remains a central goal, the company’s latest Transformative Trends and Data-Driven Insights Report found.

Senators Wyden and Warren request documentation on hospital transfers and incentives following earlier concerns.

Supporters say the rules will make the current subsidy system more honest. Critics say they'll hurt people's access to coverage.

Because open enrollment that “works” at the expense of HR capacity comes with a cost. And recognizing that cost is the first step toward building a benefits administration approach that’s not only effective, but sustainable.