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Health Benefit Costs to Jump Another 7%
By Jenny Ivy, BenefitsProThe nation's largest companies expect the cost of their health care benefits to rise an average 7% in 2013, according to findings released Monday by the National Business Group on Health. Although the rate is a slight dip from earlier years, employers are eyeing a variety of cost-control measures.
August 03, 2012
On the Third Hand: The Real CustomerThese days, it feels as if every health insurer is a government plan insurer.
August 03, 2012
On the Third Hand: The Real CustomerThese days, it feels as if every health insurer is a government plan insurer.
August 03, 2012
FACI Meeting Sets Sail Aug. 6 on International IssuesFACI's agenda reflects Federal Insurance Office director Michael McRaith's global view of FIO's role currently, not insurer pet peeves.
August 03, 2012
FACI Meeting Sets Sail Aug. 6 on International IssuesFACI's agenda reflects Federal Insurance Office director Michael McRaith's global view of FIO's role currently, not insurer pet peeves.
August 03, 2012
Conn. Draws First New ‘Captive Insurance’ BusinessThe state scored its first win in a campaign to bring new insurance business to its borders.
August 03, 2012
Conn. Draws First New ‘Captive Insurance’ BusinessThe state scored its first win in a campaign to bring new insurance business to its borders.
August 02, 2012
HHS Watchdogs: Home Health SmellsAn official suggests suspending new home health agency enrollment in Texas and Florida.