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A ‘broken’ relationship?


April 23, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Vendor management

Shopping for health plans through a broker is a fact of life for the vast majority of companies. But how well is your broker meeting your needs?

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Benefit claims: Watch out for these three gotchas


April 1, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Special Report, Vendor management

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Coordinating benefits: It’s one of the easiest areas to mess up, and one of the of costliest to correct after the fact.

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Employee obesity: Four levels of need and cost


March 3, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Disability, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Uncategorized, Vendor management, Wellness

Thinking about an obesity-related disease management program for your organization? Here’s what you need to know.

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The 401(k) presentation from hell


February 23, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Employee education, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Vendor management

Have you ever had an employee education session during open enrollment go wrong?

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Are there freeloaders on your health plan?


January 8, 2009 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Healthcare costs, Latest News & Views, Vendor management

Here’s one often-overlooked area where you may be able find some health cost savings.

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Coping with tough times


December 22, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Company culture, Compensation, Employee education, Healthcare costs, In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Leave policies, Paid time off, Prescription plans, Recognition programs, Retirement, Vendor management, Voluntary benefits

With the downturn in the economy, it seems like most organizations are shifting their focus when it comes to employee benefits and compensation. The current situation is also very stressful on benefits managers.

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How satisfied are you with your PBM?


December 15, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Vendor management

Mark Twain once said there are lies, damned lies and statistics. 

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Vendor billing errors rarely balance


October 14, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: In this week's e-newsletter, Latest News & Views, Vendor management

Everyone knows health plan carriers sometimes make billing errors. But the common belief that overcharges and undercharges usually balance out is untrue.

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Dental costs take a bite


September 12, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Latest News & Views, Open enrollment, Vendor management

Until recently, dental coverage was on the decline as a employer-paid benefit. But a large percentage of employers have reconsidered. Here’s why:

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An alternative to high-deductible plans


June 4, 2008 by Bill Meltzer
Posted in: Healthcare costs, Latest News & Views, Vendor management

It seemed like only yesterday that employers nationwide were moving to high-deductible plans in order to gain a semblance of health-cost relief. Now some firms are turning to a different strategy.

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