Merck, AstraZeneca, Bristol Myers Squibb and Boehringer Ingelheim have signed agreements to participate in the first round of Medicare drug price negotiations, while the remaining drugmakers have until Oct. 1 to decide.

Coverage of electronic consultations and electronic visits is less consistent.

Last week, reports of people being denied insurance coverage for the new vaccines surfaced as the shots were being rolled out to pharmacies, however, insurers have assured HHS Secretary Becerra they are "fully covering" the shots.

By carefully evaluating and understanding employees' priorities and feedback, employers can help maintain workplace morale.