Louisville, Ky. (September 25, 2007) - Following an in-depth search for a single vendor to help meet their corporate healthcare objectives, The Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) is implementing an integrated suite of care management programs provided by SHPS, the nations leader in providing health advocacy and health benefits solutions. NMG, a premier luxury retailer dedicated to providing customers with distinctive merchandise and superior service, selected SHPS based upon its proven capabilities to provide various care advocacy programs under one umbrella, including comprehensive disease management, maternity management, lifestyle management, and 24-hour nurse line services.

The Neiman Marcus Group understands the importance of keeping its employees healthy and helping them to effectively manage acute and chronic conditions, said Marita ODea, Chief Human Resource Officer, The Neiman Marcus Group. Improving the health of our workforce not only benefits the lives of our associates, it reduces healthcare costs and increases productivity. By supporting our associates with SHPS integrated programs, we will ultimately be improving their healthcare experience and ensuring positive health outcomes.

NMGs care advocacy programs will be easily accessible for associates and their dependents, with SHPS clinical advocates channeling individuals to the right resources to meet their health needs. SHPS integrated care management solution which supports associates at all levels of health status is supported by HealthMedias personal health assessment and lifestyle management programs. SHPS integrates these services with a comprehensive library of health content and tools, an online health portal and experienced health professionals with the goal of creating meaningful and sustained behavior change.

According to Reed Keller, SHPS' president, health management solutions, The Neiman Marcus Group has done a superior job in managing the companys healthcare costs. Through this new partnership with SHPS and the introduction of programs to enhance employee health and productivity, The Neiman Marcus Group is positioned to better serve the needs of their associates.

About The Neiman Marcus Group
The Neiman Marcus Group, Inc. operations include the Specialty Retail Stores segment and the Direct Marketing segment. The Specialty Retail Stores segment consists primarily of Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman stores. The Direct Marketing segment conducts both online and print catalog operations under the Neiman Marcus, Horchow and Bergdorf Goodman brand names. Information about the Company can be accessed at www.neimanmarcusgroup.com.

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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LeAnn Ross
Director of Marketing
leann.ross@shps.com

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