Cost-Containment

What are we to conclude from the CBO and JCT work products? And why is it so difficult to forecast the impact on the deficit and nonelderly uninsured residents?

We asked those in the industry what products are missing from portfolios today. Here is what they had to say.

The minimum wage increases in Seattle over the past several years have actually resulted in less hours worked for the poorest workers, resulting in less overall pay.

John Sbrocco is a forward-thinking health care risk manager and benefits consultant who has built his reputation on transparency and delivering results. I had a chance to speak with John after an implementation call for a new employer group and ask him a little about his thoughts on the industry.

For workers injured in 2010 and 2013, over an average two-year period following the injury, states with the biggest reductions were Kentucky, New York, Maryland, and Michigan.

Now that summer is in full force, it might be time to suggest a vacation for employees. Studies show top performers are traveling and employees are eager for more PTO.