World Mental Health Day, observed globally on October 10, is a reminder that mental health policies, services, and decisions are strongest when they are shaped by the people they are intended to support.
The Department of Labor’s (DOL) Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA) new guidance recommends that health plan fiduciaries consider mental health parity compliance when selecting and monitoring service providers—today’s blog covers strategies for doing so effectively.
With World Mental Health Day coming up on October 10, we’re sharing strategies and approaches to help leaders respond to employees with mental illness in a psychologically safe way.
Mental health parity compliance can be complex, but plan sponsors do not need to wait for an audit to spot potential problems—A practical first step is to review both written plan terms and how the plan operates in practice.
Back-to-school season can strain working parents’ schedules, budgets and well-being, affecting their productivity at work; today’s blog shares opportunities for employers to offer support during this busy time.
Today’s blog addresses the question: Could medical marijuana and psychedelics soon be covered under employee benefit plans? Recent executive orders could impact health plan strategy and design.
