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From BCBSM Cinco de Mayo is more than just a day for margaritas and tacos; it commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Despite its historical significance, Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a lively celebration of Mexican heritage. Healthy eating is always a good idea.
The beginnings of a book that is a collection of posts and more current writings. The goal back in 2014 when it was drafted was to accumulate some weight around the broken thinking that has continued to plague the health-business. It’s frightening that in a country so wealthy that we accept such poor health. And, … Read more
Latest thinking in this article by a great noted author only serves to continue the same conversation of rationing and cost shifting. We can do better.
There has never been more change in a shorter period of time than now. Gain added certainty at a time when things couldn’t be more uncertain.
James Argue, a summer intern for BenStaff, did a lot of the grunt work to develop the 2 hour conversation we hope to have with owners. Frank Cardimen pushed for a message to help the American Healthcare system based on a conversation he and I had. He learned that there are plenty of hidden costs … Read more
The Auburn Hills chamber asked us for a team photo to let the world know we chose Downtown Auburn Hills for the operations office. A few of the team gathered for a quick photo. We’re looking forward to being part of this community in Auburn Hills.
From left to right: James, Don, George, Emily, Dave, Andrea and Sam.
Employer benefit plans need more attention from benefit professionals and seasoned benefit professionals want more flexibility in their work
Changing plan deductibles is not lowering the cost curve.
In April, 2015 the IRS rules will surprise those who obtain the tax credit subsidy for their health coverage during 2014. This note is only the tip of the administrative nightmare coming.
BenStaff provides benefit management to plans performing the tasks this article states will be a problem for employers.
DC insider says structural changes have NOT contributed to cost control
Reimbursement model changes but who is getting the incentives?
In order to give more options to employers self funding has become popular. The question to ask is, do you want to be an insurance company? That’s what you do when you self fund.
“He also blamed himself and his fellow CEO’s for not demanding payment reform sooner.”
The Obama administration has quietly adjusted key provisions of its signature healthcare law…
S&P says, “the ACA presents an opportunity for U.S. companies to radically redefine the role they play in the health care system.” There is $700 Billion to be saved by more closely decoding ACA.
Recently, at a conference, the speaker explained how the status quo, the new normal, is overwhelm. In their experience, ACA has brought about 4 years of tremendous change, and more change is on the way. They identified with industry professionals and explained, “it will be another couple years before a calm can set in.” Constant … Read more
For the first time there is a company whose providing end-to-end health services in a single system. They’re able to research and create products across 100 diagnosis groupings, offer instant diagnosis and testing improving results and speed to diagnosing. This includes at home testing that’s fed directly to physicians and hospitals. But, what’s really exciting … Read more
This is a good example of good change coming as a result of reform. We’re opening up avenues of communication to CEO’s and owners to take more control over their benefit plans by being able to provide the research.