Louisville, Ky. (October 27, 2005) As most companies head into open enrollment season for employee benefits, SHPS, an Integrated Health Management provider based in Louisville, Ky., announced today significant enhancements to its online eligibility and enrollment systems. The new features and functions provide increased security and stability, as well as improved flexibility for rapid implementation. Furthermore, SHPS is the only benefits administration provider offering distinctive solutions for employers with varying degrees of plan designs, from the simple to the most intricate.

We continually assess and improve our software capabilities to ensure we deliver innovative, technology-driven solutions that provide our clients with market-leading capabilities, said Rishabh Mehrotra, SHPS president, human resource services and chief technology officer. SHPS understands that one eligibility and enrollment solution is not appropriate for all companies. Therefore, we tailor our offerings and continually update them to ensure they meet the specialized needs of our diverse client base.

SHPS has invested in unique, customizable systems to balance the expectations of both mid-sized and large employers who need cost-effective solutions that can handle their increasingly complex and labor intensive benefits requirements.

Weve enhanced our systems to support employers drive toward healthcare consumerism and give employees the tools they need to make wise healthcare decisions, added Mehrotra. Our goal is to provide a solution that meets the need of each employer from one with a very streamlined plan design to one with a diverse, complex plan structure in a way that provides a positive, intuitive experience for both the participant and the administrator.

SHPS rolled out the new systems to clients this fall. It is now working on the next major enhancement to its systems, which is expected in spring 2006.

About SHPS | Carewise Health
SHPS is a leading, independent provider of integrated health solutions that improve personal health and reduce spending. By integrating traditional health management and benefits administration services, SHPS delivers people-centric solutions that empower individuals to make wise healthcare choices. It serves large and mid-sized employers, government agencies, and third-party administrators through the company’s Carewise Health, Landacorp, and SHPS brands. Visit www.carewisehealth.com.

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