The new dispute resolution process is designed to use government officials to oversee disagreements, however, lobby group PhRMA said the new process "panders to 340B hospitals" while ignoring drugmakers' concerns.
Eli Lilly had agreed to cap the price of insulin at $35 per month for 4 years and provide a $13.5 million cash fund, however, a dozen state attorneys general, some with their own insulin lawsuits, had objected to the settlement.
Elevance Health, which is the parent company of Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health insurance plans in 14 states, has partnered with a private equity firm, forging a new offering that will take a whole health approach to primary care.
Almost 7 in 10 young adults agree their employer should provide services that address financial stress.
The coming "baby boomer" retirement collapse – when more Americans will turn 65 than at any point in U.S. history – will find companies having to overcome the catastrophic loss of a generation's years of knowledge and experience.
Integrating a well-rounded diet into mental health care can serve as a cornerstone for enhancing overall wellbeing in the workplace.
A doctor visit costs on average 3.1 times more in Juneau, Alaska, than in Laredo, Texas.
Requests for time off in the US increased by 6% from Q1 of 2023 to Q1 of 2024, while approvals decreased by 3%.
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Retirement plan re-do: 4 ways to redesign 401(k)s to reduce employee financial stress
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In this episode, Chris opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome in his competitive industry, sharing practical tips for boosting confidence, and being a top 5 finalist for the BenefitsPro Advisor of the Year award.
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