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Unmasking the health care fraud epidemic: 3 steps to a revolution

Paul Wilson | June 15, 2023

Expert estimates suggest that up to a tenth of all health care spending might be swallowed by fraudulent operations. The insurance industry insists it's vigilantly safeguarding these funds, but the unnerving reality reveals a different story.

Slideshow

The best (and worst) states for travel nurses

Richard Binder | June 14, 2023

Spoiler alert: Nurses who want to be nomads might want to steer clear of the Golden State and think about one of the Dakotas instead.

Research

2 in 3 small businesses don't offer 401(k)s: Will SECURE 2.0 help move the needle?

Lynn Cavanaugh | June 14, 2023

The new legislation will remove barriers for many small businesses, however, some are reporting they don't have the bandwidth or resources to deal with these benefit issues, according to a Fidelity report.

Research

Burnout in the health care industry: Primary care doctors at higher risk

Lynn Cavanaugh | June 14, 2023

Because of burnout in the health care industry, there will be limited access to basic care: The U.S. will be short 48,000 primary care doctors by 2034, says the Association of American Medical Colleges.

Update

Employers need help implementing SECURE 2.0: Advocacy group asks IRS for guidance

Lynn Cavanaugh | June 14, 2023

The ERISA Industry Committee, an employer advocacy group, implored the IRS in a letter to clarify how sponsors can implement new SECURE 2.0 features - and also offered recommendations for improving health care benefits.

News

Consumer debt piling up as health care costs become unmanageable, survey finds

Lily Peterson | June 14, 2023

"Affordability challenges are taking a real toll, not only on the financial health of patients but their physical and mental health as well," said Tom Policelli, CEO, HPS/PayMedix.

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ACA no-cost preventive health care mandate is restored, for now

Lynn Cavanaugh | June 14, 2023

Health insurance plans nationwide must continue to pay in full for preventive services, after the Biden administration signed an order partially halting a Texas federal judge's freeze on these services.

Best Practices

Virtual-first plans offer employers a unique way to improve access to care

Lily Peterson | June 14, 2023

Virtual-first plans can bring together those threads of care all in one place, building strong and reliable relationships with care team members.

Innovation through collaboration - with Kelly Fristoe

Paul Wilson | June 14, 2023

This episode of the #RockstarsRocking podcast features rockstar Kelly Fristoe, Healthinsurologist & President of NABIP, out of the Greater Wichita Falls, Texas area.