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Rael & Letson surveys selected health insurers each year about the percentage increase in medical and prescription rates multiemployer plans may expect.
Read moreResearch 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.
Read moreFavorable investment returns for a DB pension plan can be an opportunity for benefit improvements. There are many factors to consider when determining the level of spending for improvements, where to direct improvements, and when to implement them.
Read moreWorkers in construction and the trades are facing a mental health crisis. Learn how proactive communications can help multiemployer trusts make a real impact for members.
Read moreRael & Letson recently celebrated the retirement of longtime Consulting Actuary Mike Kaplan, FSA, EA, MAAA, honoring his 62-year career and lasting impact on the firm and the industry. Congratulations, Mike!
Read moreIn today’s volatile investment market, Trustees overseeing mature multiemployer DB plans may want to consider different strategies, such as annuity purchases and cashflow matching, to help reduce their financial risk.
Read moreA 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.
Read moreJim Whelpley will speak on public sector OPEB strategies and valuation issues at the virtual Conference of Consulting Actuaries on May 9.
Read moreExperienced consulting actuary out of Rael & Letson’s Seattle office to take over leadership of the Retirement practice.
Read moreLearn 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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