A process put in place by the federal No Surprises Act (NSA) to resolve payment disputes is costing insurers and health plans billions of dollars, according to one organization’s estimate.
Today’s blog recaps recently issued guidance addressing questions raised in a series of lawsuits against health-contingent wellness programs and the tobacco surcharges used in some group health plans.
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.
Today’s blog covers IRS guidance on making it easier for employees with access to an employer-sponsored 401(k), 403(b) or 457(b) plan to participate in the Saver’s Match program.
Recent FTC orders require Caremark Rx and Express Scripts to stop favoring high-list-price versions of drugs over their standard formularies; today’s blog looks at the settlement terms most relevant to plan sponsors and members.
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.
Learn how TrumpIRA.gov and the Saver’s Match could expand retirement savings access, which workers and account types may be affected, and what plan sponsors should consider in today’s blog.
Learn about the newly proposed requirements for excepted fertility benefits, the design and cost flexibilities available to employers, and the key uncertainties to be resolved in today’s blog.
