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Retiree Health | Health Benefits

The need for age-specific costs and implicit subsidies in retiree health valuations

Learn what the Actuarial Standards of Practice have to say about these controversial topics, and what they mean for a client’s retiree health valuation.

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Company News | Health Benefits

Jim Whelpley to speak on public plan OPEB

Jim Whelpley will speak on public sector OPEB strategies and valuation issues at the virtual Conference of Consulting Actuaries on May 9.

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Health Benefits

Disparities in hospital pricing are costing multiemployer trusts

A recent healthcare transparency study reveals wide disparities in hospital prices paid by private health plans across the U.S.—with private payers often paying much more that Medicare.

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Health Benefits

Getting a grip on excessive healthcare spending

Research shows that health care utilization—not just high prices—is the main driver of spending variation across U.S. counties. Learn how plan sponsors can address both cost and volume to improve value, and why local patterns matter more than ever.

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Health Benefits

Psychedelics and mental health

Interest in psychedelic-assisted therapy is rising, but coverage in multiemployer plans remains rare. Learn how sponsors can evaluate this evolving space—and why communication is key to improving access, safety, and awareness.

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PBM Consulting | Health Benefits

Rethinking drug rebates

Drug rebates are meant to lower costs, but limited transparency and misaligned incentives raise questions. Learn how employers can evaluate PBM practices and ensure their plan delivers real value and long-term savings.

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Communications | Health Benefits

Wellness program not performing? Try a strategic communications boost

Before replacing a wellness program or vendor, you might want to check your communications. Even the best programs can face low engagement when there is poor or confusing outreach or issues accessing services.

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Company News | Health Benefits | PBM Consulting

Welcome to Dr. Fornataro, Senior Pharmacy Benefits Consultant

We are excited to welcome Martin Fornataro, Pharm.D., to our PBM Consulting team.

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Health Benefits

Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT): What plan sponsors need to know

After a wave of FDA approvals, annual spending on CGTs is estimated to increase from $5.15 billion in 2020 to $25.3 billion in 2026! What does this mean for your plan?

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