Understanding Coverage

Understanding quality ratings in health care

A recent survey found that just 7% of employers use objective quality information to evaluate a health plan. In fact, 89% don’t use or are unfamiliar with any of the objective sources in the survey.
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The difference between common health plan types

While all health plans offer basic preventive care, it’s important to understand the key differences.
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Broker Websites Expand Health Plan Shopping Options While Glossing Over Details

Report says websites don’t provide full information on plan choices or Medicaid eligibility, and appear to encourage less comprehensive coverage that provides higher commissions to brokers.
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That ‘Living Will’ You Signed? At The ER, It Could Be Open To Interpretation.

Misunderstandings involving documents meant to guide end-of-life decision-making are surprisingly common.
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In Days Of Data Galore, Patients Have Trouble Getting Own Medical Records

Medical records can be hard for patients to get, even in this digital information age. But they shouldn’t be: Federal law guarantees that people have a right to a copy of their medical records.
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Buyers Of Short-Term Health Plans: Wise Or Shortsighted?

To some insurance brokers and consumers, short-term insurance plans are an enticing, low-cost alternative for healthy people.
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Fixing Surprise Medical Bill Problem Shouldn’t Fall To Consumers, Panel Told

When it comes to the problem of surprise medical bills, the solution must protect patients — not demand that they be great negotiators.
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Five Things To Know About The Electronic Health Records Mess

The U.S. government claimed that ditching paper medical charts for electronic records would make health care better, safer and cheaper. Ten years and $36B later, the digital revolution has gone awry.
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Better results for your employees when caregivers are connected

When doctors, pharmacists, and specialists are connected to the same electronic health record (EHR) system, your employees can expect better health outcomes.
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3 reasons to offer employer-sponsored health coverage

A good benefits program can make current employees feel valued — and let prospective employees know your company is a great place to work.
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What do we know about people with high out-of-pocket spending?

Trends in out-of-pocket spending by people with employer coverage from 2005 to 2015, as well as spending on diseases most associated with high out-of-pocket spending.
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Understanding Coverage

Understanding quality ratings in health care

A recent survey found that just 7% of employers use objective quality information to evaluate a health plan. In fact, 89% don’t use or are unfamiliar with any of the objective sources in the survey.

The difference between common health plan types

While all health plans offer basic preventive care, it’s important to understand the key differences.

Broker Websites Expand Health Plan Shopping Options While Glossing Over Details

Report says websites don’t provide full information on plan choices or Medicaid eligibility, and appear to encourage less comprehensive coverage that provides higher commissions to brokers.

That ‘Living Will’ You Signed? At The ER, It Could Be Open To Interpretation.

Misunderstandings involving documents meant to guide end-of-life decision-making are surprisingly common.

In Days Of Data Galore, Patients Have Trouble Getting Own Medical Records

Medical records can be hard for patients to get, even in this digital information age. But they shouldn’t be: Federal law guarantees that people have a right to a copy of their medical records.

Buyers Of Short-Term Health Plans: Wise Or Shortsighted?

To some insurance brokers and consumers, short-term insurance plans are an enticing, low-cost alternative for healthy people.

Fixing Surprise Medical Bill Problem Shouldn’t Fall To Consumers, Panel Told

When it comes to the problem of surprise medical bills, the solution must protect patients — not demand that they be great negotiators.

Five Things To Know About The Electronic Health Records Mess

The U.S. government claimed that ditching paper medical charts for electronic records would make health care better, safer and cheaper. Ten years and $36B later, the digital revolution has gone awry.

Better results for your employees when caregivers are connected

When doctors, pharmacists, and specialists are connected to the same electronic health record (EHR) system, your employees can expect better health outcomes.

3 reasons to offer employer-sponsored health coverage

A good benefits program can make current employees feel valued — and let prospective employees know your company is a great place to work.

What do we know about people with high out-of-pocket spending?

Trends in out-of-pocket spending by people with employer coverage from 2005 to 2015, as well as spending on diseases most associated with high out-of-pocket spending.