Despite the fact that there are no set prices for health care products and services—not for tests, for surgical procedures, routine care, or even prescriptions—68% of consumers do not regularly compare costs from different providers before choosing where they get their care. And that’s costing employees—and their employers—hundreds if not thousands of dollars.
Read MoreFor many benefits professionals, it's not a surprise that Haven's lofty goals haven't panned out.
Read MoreLegislation could help control unplanned out-of-network costs
Read MoreAt this point in the year, most employees have chosen their benefits for the year ahead—and employers are breathing a sigh of relief that open enrollment is behind them. However, open enrollment should be the beginning—not the end—of your benefits communications efforts.
Read MoreThe bill would forbid arbiters from taking into account Medicare and Medicaid rates, which tend to be lower than commercial coverage.
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