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Companies Move to Limit Employees’ Health Costs

Companies Move to Limit Employees’ Health Costs

Most large and midsize employers hit "pause" on requiring workers to pay more out-of-pocket for health services.

By David McCann | November 4, 2019

Best Delta 8 Gummies

Best Delta 8 Gummies

If you have ever used marijuana and liked it, chances are you have tried Delta gummy bear candies. These candy bars are made with Delta8 tetrahydrocannabinol, also known as Delta 8. They were originally designed to help people sleep better at night. Now, scientists have found that these candies may be good for more than

By David McCann | August 13, 2019

Is Stop-Loss Insurance Losing Some of Its Value?

Human Capital & Careers

Is Stop-Loss Insurance Losing Some of Its Value?

With specialty drugs driving the most costly medical claims to stratospheric heights, stop-loss policies may not offer the same peace of mind they once did.

By David McCann | May 10, 2019

Specialty Drug Costs to Soar Again in 2018

Human Capital & Careers

Specialty Drug Costs to Soar Again in 2018

The rate of spending increase on high-tech pharmaceuticals will top 17% for a second consecutive year, a study says.

By David McCann | September 22, 2017

How to Rein In the Soaring Costs of Specialty Drugs

Risk & Compliance

How to Rein In the Soaring Costs of Specialty Drugs

The 420-employer National Business Group on Health recommends public-policy changes relating to the proliferating category of specialty drugs.

By David McCann | January 30, 2017

Specialty Drugs Drive Health Care Cost Trend

Human Capital & Careers

Specialty Drugs Drive Health Care Cost Trend

Health benefits costs are forecast to climb 5% next year, thanks in part to fast-rising prices for specialty pharmaceuticals.

By David McCann | August 9, 2016

Specialty Drugs Eat More of Health-Care Spending Pie

Human Capital & Careers

Specialty Drugs Eat More of Health-Care Spending Pie

Thanks to a proliferation of high-cost drugs for complex conditions, pharmacy expenses outpace overall medical cost growth.

By David McCann | February 25, 2015