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5 principles for optimizing GLP-1s
The only sustainable path to optimal metabolic health is one that tailors long-term lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and sleep to each individual.
Two legislator group members are calling ERISA "a critical barrier for states seeking to enact meaningful health care reforms."
Employers can help ease the stress while also boosting employee productivity and decreasing poor decision-making.
The late CEO Brian Thompson, along with two other UnitedHealth Group executives, were accused of dumping stock prior to a Department of Justice antitrust investigation into the company.
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Study: Marketplace plans secure lower provider rates
Researchers found that Marketplace professional prices were 6.9% lower, inpatient prices were 13.3% lower and outpatient prices were 26.3% lower.
Since some 401(k) plans now offer the option to invest in crypto assets like bitcoin and the DOL has not required fiduciaries to monitor all crypto options, the Government Accountability investigated in response to a request from the House Committee on Ways and Means.
The Pharmacy Benefit Manager Reform Act would block PBMs from profiting from gaps between what health plans pay and what pharmacies get.
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Broker of record: How a strategic approach helps you win
One of the most effective ways to win BORs is to take a year-round strategic approach.
Gen Z and millennials are particularly susceptible to social media financial advice, which is why employers should host financial literacy workshops, webinars, or provide regular communications that raise awareness about the risks of unverified financial advice.
The shooting death of high-ranking UnitedHealth Group Inc. executive Brian Thompson has uncovered a deep anger among Americans who say the health insurance industry has too often failed to cover large medical bills and stood in the way of necessary care.
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Optavise
From Optavise
Download this white paper to explore how voluntary benefits serve as crucial risk management tools for employers, mitigating the financial burden of workers’ compensation.
Download Resource
ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Help clients meet new employee benefit needs even if they don’t want to make primary health insurance plan changes.
Download Resource
Vetster
From Vetster
Pet benefits aren’t just a growing trend, they can boost employee satisfaction, retention, and engagement. This guide will help you navigate bringing pet benefits to your own organization.
Download Resource
SwellSpace
From SwellSpace
Discover detailed strategies for creating compelling content that engages employees across generations and drives positive outcomes for your organization. By understanding generational communication preferences, HR can develop tailored strategies that engage each group effectively, helping them make the best benefits choices.
Download Resource
Ivím at Work
From Ivím at Work
As obesity rates soar and new treatments like GLP-1s emerge, understanding your coverage options has never been more critical. This guide can help you navigate the complexities of obesity treatment to find an effective, sustainable solution for your workforce.
Download Resource
SwellSpace
From SwellSpace
Amidst rising healthcare costs and evolving employee expectations,discover how to distinguish yourself in a crowded market, retain clients, and grow your business by meeting the challenges employers face today. Get actionable strategies in this white paper.
Download Resource
Ivím at Work
From Ivím at Work
As obesity rates soar and new treatments like GLP-1s emerge, understanding coverage options has never been more critical. This guide can help you navigate the complexities of obesity treatment to find an effective, sustainable solution for your clients.
Download Resource
Corebridge Financial
From Corebridge Financial
Download this Q&A to learn about impactful trends, advice for plan sponsors and participants, and the role that Corebridge plays in moving financial futures forward for government plan sponsors and employees.
Download Resource
Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
Read on to get the need-to-know compliance considerations before you offer a Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP).
Download Resource
Vetster
From Vetster
Today’s employees are more likely than ever to seek workplaces that support their lives as pet parents. Discover how offering pet-friendly benefits can boost employee loyalty, improve office attendance, and enhance overall satisfaction in this eBook.
Download Resource
Gallagher
From Gallagher
Learn key strategies to help ensure nondiscrimination testing (NDT) compliance and strengthen your workforce retirement plans. This guide provides actionable insights to keep plans compliant and attractive.
Download Resource
Gallagher
From Gallagher
Discover why the latest Federal Funds Rate cut could bring more than a ripple effect to your pension plans. This comprehensive guide breaks down potential shifts in long-term interest rates and offers strategic actions to protect your balance sheet.
Download Resource
Corebridge Financial
From Corebridge Financial
Public sector workers face unique challenges in securing their financial futures. Learn how to guide your workforce to retirement readiness while addressing today’s financial concerns.
Download Resource
Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
In this case study, read how PSG’s broker introduced them to first-dollar coverage.
Download Resource
Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
Offer a new plan to make a meaningful difference for your clients and boost your business.
Download Resource
Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
Employee health equity is a key concern among your prospects, even if they don’t acknowledge it directly. This guide demonstrates how you can help your clients deliver more cost-effective and equitable benefits.
Download Resource
Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
Discover innovative solutions to help your clients overcome cost barriers in health insurance.
Download Resource
Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
You can bet that many of your employer clients will be considering alternative funding models as they shop around for health plans this year. Download this short guide to learn about the difference between MERPs and HRAs, why they matter and how you can provide your clients with lower costs, more flexibility and greater satisfaction.
Download Resource
Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
Discover how other brokers have transformed their approach to winning new business. Learn about a unique solution that combines first-dollar coverage with a Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP), that eliminates financial barriers to care and reduces claims, including ER claims. It's a win for enrollees, employers and HR departments.
Download Resource
Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
Explore alternative plan designs, including HSAs, HRAs, QSEHRAs, ICHRAs, and MERPs, in this brief e-book.
Download Resource
New Benefits
From New Benefits
This report reveals the top non-insured benefits that not only reduce costs but also address the rising challenges of burnout, financial stress, and work-life balance. Give your clients the edge they need to support their employees while driving business growth. Download the report now to learn more!
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ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
In the world of benefits, knowledge is power, and numbers tell the story.
Download Resource
RxBenefits
From RxBenefits
Get actionable steps to help your clients lower their pharmacy spend, improve plan performance, and increase employee satisfaction.
Download Resource
Conduent
From Conduent
Recent economic challenges and the uncertainty for the foreseeable future are impacting your employees’ health, retirement preparedness and overall well being. Discover how to increase their stability and help them build toward their financial future.
Download Resource
ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Employers have increasingly turned to the combination of high deductible health plans (HDHPs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) to contain benefit costs. But each can come with hidden consequences. Learn how to eliminate the downside for your clients in this overview.
Download Resource
New Benefits
From New Benefits
How are recent trends shaping the benefits landscape and impacting brokers? This eBook, based on the Broker Pulse Survey from New Benefits, offers a snapshot of unique challenges and emerging opportunities in the benefits landscape to help you stay competitive.
Download Resource
ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Ready to make your busy season better? Here are four key plays that can help you strategize with new and existing clients to make the new plan year a success.
Download Resource
New Benefits
From New Benefits
Learn how to use non-insured benefits to help your clients reward and retain part-time employees. Download the guide for brokers now!
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ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
In today's competitive market, employers are seeking innovative ways to solve business challenges through benefits. Are you ready to offer them a game-changing solution?
Download Resource
ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Degrading healthcare coverage to control benefit costs can have huge ripple effects and drive-up costs in other areas. This infographic looks at the many consequences that you and your clients need to know.
Download Resource
New Benefits
From New Benefits
It’s time to redefine employee benefits by shifting the focus from Return on Investment (ROI) to Return on Wellness (ROW). This guide outlines why prioritizing overall employee well-being results in a multitude of rewards, from increased productivity to reduced healthcare costs.
Download Resource
Corebridge Financial
From Corebridge Financial
This guide outlines 5 effective strategies to engage government employees about their retirement plans through comprehensive education and outreach programs. Download now to start boosting participation, and improving financial wellness..
Download Resource
ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Unlock the secrets to becoming the go-to advisor for CEOs, CFOs, and HR leaders with our comprehensive Benefit Stakeholder Cheat Sheet. Discover key business goals, pain points, and conversation starters tailored to each stakeholder. Equip yourself with the tools to add value and stand out in a competitive market.
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ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Learn how Ultimate Health can be used as a powerful tool to open doors, stand out from the competition and solve clients’ top HR challenges related to coverage, retention, recruitment and compensation.
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ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Consultants: Are you bringing the latest in supplemental coverage to your clients? Take your supplemental health insurance knowledge to the next level with this quick reference guide.
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ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Navigating the complexities of executive medical reimbursement plans is crucial for businesses and their advisors. Explore this all-in-one checklist that covers everything you need to know to help your clients reap the business benefits of these plans.
Download Resource
ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Did you recently put a high deductible health plan (HDHP) in place or increase the deductible on an existing plan for any of your clients? Download this infographic to prepare yourself for the realities of HDHPs with HSAs.
Download Resource
ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
It’s a new year--and already new benefit trends are emerging. That’s because the workforce is changing. Dive into this guide on 2024's key trends to watch and the impact they can have on benefits.
Download Resource Optavise
From Optavise
Download this white paper to explore how voluntary benefits serve as crucial risk management tools for employers, mitigating the financial burden of workers’ compensation.
Download Resource ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Help clients meet new employee benefit needs even if they don’t want to make primary health insurance plan changes.
Download Resource Vetster
From Vetster
Pet benefits aren’t just a growing trend, they can boost employee satisfaction, retention, and engagement. This guide will help you navigate bringing pet benefits to your own organization.
Download Resource SwellSpace
From SwellSpace
Discover detailed strategies for creating compelling content that engages employees across generations and drives positive outcomes for your organization. By understanding generational communication preferences, HR can develop tailored strategies that engage each group effectively, helping them make the best benefits choices.
Download Resource Ivím at Work
From Ivím at Work
As obesity rates soar and new treatments like GLP-1s emerge, understanding your coverage options has never been more critical. This guide can help you navigate the complexities of obesity treatment to find an effective, sustainable solution for your workforce.
Download Resource SwellSpace
From SwellSpace
Amidst rising healthcare costs and evolving employee expectations,discover how to distinguish yourself in a crowded market, retain clients, and grow your business by meeting the challenges employers face today. Get actionable strategies in this white paper.
Download Resource Ivím at Work
From Ivím at Work
As obesity rates soar and new treatments like GLP-1s emerge, understanding coverage options has never been more critical. This guide can help you navigate the complexities of obesity treatment to find an effective, sustainable solution for your clients.
Download Resource Corebridge Financial
From Corebridge Financial
Download this Q&A to learn about impactful trends, advice for plan sponsors and participants, and the role that Corebridge plays in moving financial futures forward for government plan sponsors and employees.
Download Resource Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
Read on to get the need-to-know compliance considerations before you offer a Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP).
Download Resource Vetster
From Vetster
Today’s employees are more likely than ever to seek workplaces that support their lives as pet parents. Discover how offering pet-friendly benefits can boost employee loyalty, improve office attendance, and enhance overall satisfaction in this eBook.
Download Resource Gallagher
From Gallagher
Learn key strategies to help ensure nondiscrimination testing (NDT) compliance and strengthen your workforce retirement plans. This guide provides actionable insights to keep plans compliant and attractive.
Download Resource Gallagher
From Gallagher
Discover why the latest Federal Funds Rate cut could bring more than a ripple effect to your pension plans. This comprehensive guide breaks down potential shifts in long-term interest rates and offers strategic actions to protect your balance sheet.
Download Resource Corebridge Financial
From Corebridge Financial
Public sector workers face unique challenges in securing their financial futures. Learn how to guide your workforce to retirement readiness while addressing today’s financial concerns.
Download Resource Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
In this case study, read how PSG’s broker introduced them to first-dollar coverage.
Download Resource Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
Offer a new plan to make a meaningful difference for your clients and boost your business.
Download Resource Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
Employee health equity is a key concern among your prospects, even if they don’t acknowledge it directly. This guide demonstrates how you can help your clients deliver more cost-effective and equitable benefits.
Download Resource Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
Discover innovative solutions to help your clients overcome cost barriers in health insurance.
Download Resource Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
You can bet that many of your employer clients will be considering alternative funding models as they shop around for health plans this year. Download this short guide to learn about the difference between MERPs and HRAs, why they matter and how you can provide your clients with lower costs, more flexibility and greater satisfaction.
Download Resource Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
Discover how other brokers have transformed their approach to winning new business. Learn about a unique solution that combines first-dollar coverage with a Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP), that eliminates financial barriers to care and reduces claims, including ER claims. It's a win for enrollees, employers and HR departments.
Download Resource Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
From Nonstop Administration and Insurance Services, Inc.
Explore alternative plan designs, including HSAs, HRAs, QSEHRAs, ICHRAs, and MERPs, in this brief e-book.
Download Resource New Benefits
From New Benefits
This report reveals the top non-insured benefits that not only reduce costs but also address the rising challenges of burnout, financial stress, and work-life balance. Give your clients the edge they need to support their employees while driving business growth. Download the report now to learn more!
Download Resource ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
In the world of benefits, knowledge is power, and numbers tell the story.
Download Resource RxBenefits
From RxBenefits
Get actionable steps to help your clients lower their pharmacy spend, improve plan performance, and increase employee satisfaction.
Download Resource Conduent
From Conduent
Recent economic challenges and the uncertainty for the foreseeable future are impacting your employees’ health, retirement preparedness and overall well being. Discover how to increase their stability and help them build toward their financial future.
Download Resource ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Employers have increasingly turned to the combination of high deductible health plans (HDHPs) and health savings accounts (HSAs) to contain benefit costs. But each can come with hidden consequences. Learn how to eliminate the downside for your clients in this overview.
Download Resource New Benefits
From New Benefits
How are recent trends shaping the benefits landscape and impacting brokers? This eBook, based on the Broker Pulse Survey from New Benefits, offers a snapshot of unique challenges and emerging opportunities in the benefits landscape to help you stay competitive.
Download Resource ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Ready to make your busy season better? Here are four key plays that can help you strategize with new and existing clients to make the new plan year a success.
Download Resource New Benefits
From New Benefits
Learn how to use non-insured benefits to help your clients reward and retain part-time employees. Download the guide for brokers now!
Download Resource ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
In today's competitive market, employers are seeking innovative ways to solve business challenges through benefits. Are you ready to offer them a game-changing solution?
Download Resource ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Degrading healthcare coverage to control benefit costs can have huge ripple effects and drive-up costs in other areas. This infographic looks at the many consequences that you and your clients need to know.
Download Resource New Benefits
From New Benefits
It’s time to redefine employee benefits by shifting the focus from Return on Investment (ROI) to Return on Wellness (ROW). This guide outlines why prioritizing overall employee well-being results in a multitude of rewards, from increased productivity to reduced healthcare costs.
Download Resource Corebridge Financial
From Corebridge Financial
This guide outlines 5 effective strategies to engage government employees about their retirement plans through comprehensive education and outreach programs. Download now to start boosting participation, and improving financial wellness..
Download Resource ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Unlock the secrets to becoming the go-to advisor for CEOs, CFOs, and HR leaders with our comprehensive Benefit Stakeholder Cheat Sheet. Discover key business goals, pain points, and conversation starters tailored to each stakeholder. Equip yourself with the tools to add value and stand out in a competitive market.
Download Resource ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Learn how Ultimate Health can be used as a powerful tool to open doors, stand out from the competition and solve clients’ top HR challenges related to coverage, retention, recruitment and compensation.
Download Resource ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Consultants: Are you bringing the latest in supplemental coverage to your clients? Take your supplemental health insurance knowledge to the next level with this quick reference guide.
Download Resource ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Navigating the complexities of executive medical reimbursement plans is crucial for businesses and their advisors. Explore this all-in-one checklist that covers everything you need to know to help your clients reap the business benefits of these plans.
Download Resource ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
Did you recently put a high deductible health plan (HDHP) in place or increase the deductible on an existing plan for any of your clients? Download this infographic to prepare yourself for the realities of HDHPs with HSAs.
Download Resource ArmadaCare
From ArmadaCare
It’s a new year--and already new benefit trends are emerging. That’s because the workforce is changing. Dive into this guide on 2024's key trends to watch and the impact they can have on benefits.
Download Resource Optavise
From Optavise
Download this white paper to explore how voluntary benefits serve as crucial risk management tools for employers, mitigating the financial burden of workers’ compensation.
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