TeleMedicine – The NextGen Benefit of Minor Healthcare | Chicago Benefit Advisors

It’s not surprising that 2017 stands to be the year many will have an experience to share using a Telemedicine or a Virtual Doctor service. With current market trends, government regulations, and changing economic demands, it’s fast becoming a more popular alternative to traditional healthcare visits.  And, as healthcare costs continue to rise and there … Continued

Employers Seek Guidance to Strategically Manage Health Insurance Costs | Chicago Benefit Advisors

Data from the UBA Health Plan Survey provides employers of all sizes more detailed-and therefore more meaningful-benchmarks and trends than any other source.  Click here to view the highlights and key findings from the 2016 survey responses.

Implications of the 21st Century Cures Act | Chicago Benefit Advisors

On December 13, 2016, former President Obama signed the 21st Century Cures Act into law. The Cures Act has numerous components, but employers should be aware of the impact the Act will have on the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, as well as provisions that will impact how small employers can use health … Continued

Who Are You Benchmarking Your Health Plan Against? | Chicago Benefit Advisors

Many employers benchmark their health plan against carrier provided national data. While that is a good place to start, regional cost averages vary, making it essential to benchmark both nationally and regionally—as well as state by state. For example, a significant difference exists between the cost to insure an employee in the Northeast versus the … Continued