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Health insurance news and analysis, with coverage of general health insurance trends, major medical insurance, disability insurance, dental insurance, vision plans, telemedicine plans, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, short-term health insurance, the Affordable Care Act public exchange program, and more.
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By Robert J. MorhauserHave you developed your critical illness sales presentation yet, the worksite marketing version?
June 21, 2011
Smokin' seniors: Marijuana use on the riseThe number of baby boomers turning (or returning) to marijuana is on the rise.
June 21, 2011
WellPoint Unit to Cut Some Small Group RatesAnthem Blue Cross has agreed to cut the quarterly premium increase for some group health products sold in California to 3%, from 6%, officials say.
June 21, 2011
Seniors caught between cancer and the cost of treatmentNew research suggests that because of the sky-high cost of these drugs, one in six Medicare D beneficiaries elects not to fill his prescriptions.
June 21, 2011
After Open Enrollment: 5 Tips to Help Employees Wisely Use Their BenefitsOpen Enrollment is one of the busiest times of the year for HR professionals and often an overwhelming period for employees, too.
June 21, 2011
Dental Savings Can Add Up When Employees Use Network ProvidersProducers seeking ways to help their clients save money on their benefits costs may find a good source of savings in dental plans.
June 20, 2011
Lockton: Employers Mull New HC PlanAlmost one-fifth of employers who were contacted by a benefits manager say they will drop their group health insurance plans when the insurance exchanges come into being in 2014.
June 20, 2011
Survey: Most Michigan Employers Will Continue Health Coverage After 2014Only 7% of southeast Michigan-based employers are likely to discontinue offering coverage due to health reform in 2014, according to a new survey.