Twenty-seven percent of large employers reported they added behavioral health care providers to their plan's network this year but only 44% say they have enough providers to meet worker demand, says a survey.

Failing to take advantage of basic health plan benefits, like screenings and wellness check-ups that are usually free or come with a low co-pay, indicates that employees do not understand their benefits and need help, says a new survey.

Hospitals are reexamining their health plans to address medical cost trend and add options that stand out in a highly competitive labor market.

The current number of deals is very close to the five-year average with Acrisure leading all buyers at 80 transactions year-to-date, according to OPTIS.