White Papers

Reward and Risk: A targeted approach to incentives for health management programs

Why don't employees participate in their employer’s health and wellness programs, despite the widespread availability? What is the ideal incentive that will target members with precision and motivate them to choose better health? This white paper will discuss a proven approach to incentive programs which helps employers achieve high engagement in health management programs and significantly cut healthcare costs.

Reprinted with permission from Carewise Health.

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COBRA vs. Individual Health Plan Options - The Merits of a Benefits Exchange

Twenty-five years after the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act’s enactment, the law that governs continuation of healthcare coverage under COBRA is still very much evolving–with annual tweaks that continue to confound employers and employees alike. While COBRA may prove to be the most appropriate choice for many individuals, it may not be in everyone’s best interest. Employers that provide guidance about health coverage in addition to COBRA will have an opportunity to ensure the best possible outcome for this segment of the workforce. This white paper focuses on a way employers can help former employees make an informed decision - by offering access to a benefits exchange.

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Engaging Through Community Using Social Media for Wellness and Benefits Communication

A continuation of the multi-generational workforce discussion: This white paper explores the proliferation of social media and how HR professionals can incorporate social media into wellness and benefits communication.

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Serving the Workforce of the Future

Today's employers must balance the changing needs of organizations with dramatic changes in workplace demographics. This white paper focuses on how leading a multigenerational workforce requires a true understanding of generational differences and preferences.

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Best Practices in FSA Enrollment Communications

Although flexible spending accounts (FSAs) were scrutinized by Congress during the passage of healthcare reform, they will remain a valuable benefit for employees and employers in the years ahead – but only if they take full advantage of them. Employers that actively campaign to drive higher participation in FSAs will reap the rewards in the form of payroll tax savings. Those who do not are simply leaving money on the table. This white paper outlines simple steps employers can take to maximize participation in their FSA plans.

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Drive Down Healthcare Costs with Medical Bill Review

The unfortunate truth is that virtually 90 percent of medical bills contain errors and that 67 percent of those errors result in overpayment. This white paper focuses on how best practices in medical bill review can provide self-funded employers with opportunities to immediately reduce healthcare costs.

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