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Even With Cost-Sharing, Workers Still Prize Benefits
By Danielle AndrusEmployees value their workplace benefits even more than they have in the past despite having to pay a larger share, according to a Guardian study.
February 26, 2014
Medical homes don't reduce ER visitsMedical homes dont reduce visits to hospital emergency rooms and provide limited health benefits, a study found.
February 26, 2014
Washington state seeks monthly provider updatesA carrier would have to disclose which providers are in which network tier.
February 26, 2014
PPACA enrollment hits 4 millionApproximately 4 million Americans have now signed up for coverage through PPACA's exchanges.
February 25, 2014
25 best insurance movies: 16-20A journalist investigates an insurance scam; a father takes on the system for his dying son; and, an insurance investigator hires a thief to help her solve a crime--all in today's movies.
February 25, 2014
Predictive AnalyticsThe wizards of predictive analytics say that some surprising patterns often pop up once all the data is crunched.
February 25, 2014
Predictive AnalyticsThe wizards of predictive analytics say that some surprising patterns often pop up once all the data is crunched.
February 25, 2014
The Affordable Care expertsWhat happens when you mix insurance and financial advisors with a strong interest in their clients health care?