The Clear Healthcare Expense Cost Knowledge (CHECK) Act increases disclosure obligations for PBMs, TPAs and insurers while tightening billing timelines and penalties across the health care system.

Now, before the bubble bursts in health care, it's time for benefits advisors to look at alternative solutions to bring value back into their health plan offerings for employees.

One hot topic at a major American Diabetes Association event was how to get the new products covered.

Brokers and carriers looking to grow their blocks of business should consider broadening their target markets to take advantage of the significant potential at both ends of the voluntary/worksite industry.