Expert Opinion

In part two in this series, we focus on understanding non-quantitative treatment limitations.

17% of pension experts think Artificial Intelligence (AI) will revolutionize the industry a great deal.

This series examines the long and ongoing journey to achieving better outcomes for mental health and addiction in the U.S. health care systems.

The DOL's complaint against BCBSM, Inc., as well as the series of lawsuits against other TPAs and insurers, may redefine the landscape of fiduciary responsibilities and the role of TPAs in plan administration.

"Employment extenders" - a growing segment of employees working beyond the traditional age of retirement - have unique needs that may influence how they use existing benefits but simultaneously be looking for new offerings.

The use of AI in employment is truly a new frontier. AI reflects the world from which it learns and those who create it. Employers cannot rely on AI tools alone for employee recruitment and management. Proactively mitigating algorithmic bias is not only warranted but, in some forward-thinking jurisdictions, mandatory.

The American Retirement Association estimates that 19 million additional workers will gain access to a workplace retirement plan through SECURE 2.0's Starter 401(k) provision alone.

With benefits slated as the second largest people expense for businesses, next to payroll, and health care costs across the nation estimated to escalate as much as 7%, here are 3 cost-saving solutions for the new year.