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Kerry Eyes Fed Pool for Sickest Workers
"Just 1 percent of the population accounts for over 20 percent of health-care expenses," the senator says. February 14, 2007
Pin the Tail on the Doctor
A dearth of information leaves health-care consumers in the dark. February 1, 2007
In Stable Condition?
Health-care costs have slowed down...for now. November 8, 2006
Wal-Mart Could Spark Wider Drug Saving
The retail giant's cost slashing might prompt employers to squeeze savings out of the healthy profits of pharmacy benefit managers. September 25, 2006
HSAs May Not Deliver Company Savings
A new study on health savings accounts says these 401(k)-like vehicles may not provide the medical spending relief some executives expect. July 14, 2006
Late ERISA Filers May Number 35,000
Of 74,000 companies required to file the Form 5500 welfare schedule, 47 percent are out of compliance, according to a new study. June 12, 2006
Employer Health Plans Leaking Dollars
Third-party benefit vendors often fall short on timeliness, claims accuracy, and correct reporting of the money spent. April 25, 2006
The Case against Health Savings Accounts
Asking employees to pay more for their care can be a plus on balance sheets but a minus on medical charts, say critics. March 17, 2006
Putting a Premium on Health
Employers are giving workers a new reason to get in shape: cash. February 15, 2006
Benefits in 2020
The future of health and retirement plans presents big challenges for employers and employees. February 15, 2006