Commentary

The author looks at why plan reimbursement rates for out-of-network are so low.

Employers are demanding more actionable data. Regulators are tightening expectations. Members are overwhelmed by confusing cost information they still can't use in the moments that matter most.

The author makes the case for why helping employees lose weight is the sensible thing to do.

To ensure that the workplace does not devolve into a shouting match that parallels the volume and vitriol of talking heads on cable news and social media, employers should proactively implement protocols that mesh with the employer's core values.

Implementing a strategic and comprehensive open enrollment communication plan is one of the most critical factors to ensure that all your hard work and smart efforts yield the desired results.

The use of these "non-EHB" schemes is one reason why drugs in the United States cost more than in other countries.