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Can HR help limit the rising cost of psoriasis treatment?

Mark Campbell -
GLP-1s exploded seemingly out of nowhere, straining pharmacy plan bottom lines. Psoriasis treatments don't have to follow the same path, this expert writes.
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The future of GLP-1 drugs for obesity treatment: cost, access and more

Chantell Sell and Cody Midlam -
Employer health plans brace for ongoing soaring costs as GLP-1 utilization continues to rise. What trends are coming down the pike for HR?
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GLP-1s: To cover, or not to cover, these weight management drugs?

Jen Colletta -
That is the million-dollar question facing HR. Experts explore how trends in the use of GLP-1s for weight management are massively disrupting the benefits landscape.
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Will a new FTC report finally help rein in out-of-control pharmacy costs?

Jen Colletta -
The federal agency recently called out the nation’s leading pharmacy benefit managers for inflating prices, driving up pharmacy costs for both employers and employees.
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9 federal health policies that could change with the Trump administration

Jeff Levin-Scherz -
The new president and Republican-controlled Congress likely will take significant actions affecting employer-sponsored healthcare. Employers should consider these actions when designing employee health strategy.
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Why HR needs better ways to manage the rising cost of specialty drugs

Nick Conway -
The rising cost of specialty drugs presents a significant challenge for employers, but it is possible to manage costs while optimizing employee health, this expert writes.
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Pharmacies are closing nationwide. How is this affecting employees—and HR?

Dr. Jessica Lea -
Pharmacy closures reduce access to healthcare services and create a public healthcare concern for insured employees. Solutions like personalized medication management are imperative to help reduce this crisis.
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Employer fiduciary duties under scrutiny following J&J suit over health plan

Chase Cannon -
Recent litigation against J&J serves as a reminder of employer fiduciary duties when it comes to selecting and overseeing health plans.
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Benefits outsourcing is declining—except in these two areas

Dawn Kawamoto -
As benefits teams grow, employers are becoming less likely to outsource benefits administration, though there are some exceptions.
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Employer health benefit costs to soar again in 2024. Why?

Dawn Kawamoto -
Experts share what's driving the multi-year increase and what employers are doing to mitigate the financial impact.
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3 cost-savings benefits trends to watch for the second half of 2023

Dawn Kawamoto -
Two trends are tied into reducing employer drug costs and a third can help protect an employer’s 401(k) program. 
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Why is Congress watching these 2 drivers of rising healthcare costs?

Dawn Kawamoto -
Here’s how legislators are moving toward or stumbling over these issues of rising healthcare costs for employers, says Ilyse Schuman, senior vice president of health policy for the American Benefits Council.
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Employee health, happiness to take center stage at benefits conference

Kathryn Mayer -
Thought leader Jenn Lim will open the Health & Benefits Leadership Conference, set for May 3-5 in Las Vegas.
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5 questions for HR to ask ahead of open enrollment season

Alison Myers -
Employers need to rethink employee support ahead of this year's renewal period.
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HBLC speaker proposals deadline extended

Kathryn Mayer -
HR and benefit leaders have more time to submit a proposal to speak at the 2023 Health and Benefits Leadership Conference.
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3 warnings about healthcare cost containment in a tight labor market

Patricia J. Goldsmith -
Benefit plans designed around utilization management practices may look good on paper, but they often come at a high price to employees and their employers.
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How rising retiree medical costs highlight the role of HSAs

Kathryn Mayer -
New Fidelity research has implications for employers and HR leaders navigating myriad challenges—especially holding down healthcare costs.
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‘Time for employers to take action’ on soaring healthcare costs

Kathryn Mayer -
Tackling employee healthcare affordability amid rising costs will be employers’ biggest priority in the coming years, new research says.
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5 things to know about ICHRAs

Kathryn Mayer -
Ahead of the Health & Benefits Leadership Conference, a brief explainer guide about individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements.
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What’s ahead for benefits policy this year?

Kathryn Mayer -
Expect moves on prescription drug costs, mental health and more, says American Benefits Council President and HBLC keynoter Jim Klein.
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How employers are rethinking vaccines as Starbucks, GE drop mandates

Kathryn Mayer -
Since the Supreme Court ruling on employer mandates, organizations are rethinking their safety measures and face difficult questions, experts say.
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Number of the day: employer vaccine mandates

Kathryn Mayer -
Here’s how many employers were requiring workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19 before the Supreme Court ruling—and here’s what that means for HR leaders.
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7 takeaways from the Supreme Court vaccine mandate ruling

Kathryn Mayer -
The Supreme Court on Thursday blocked the Biden administration’s vaccine mandate for employers, which required businesses with 100 or more employees to implement a...
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Cappelli: Has the time come for employers to mandate vaccines?

Peter Cappelli -
We are all disappointed to read another pandemic column, but it continues to be the hot topic. At the moment the particular issue is...
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Supreme Court ruling puts HR back in charge of vaccine mandates

Kathryn Mayer -
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday blocked the Biden administration’s vaccine mandate for employers, a ruling that leaves vaccine decisions in the hands of...
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5 things to know as Supreme Court takes on vaccine mandates

Kathryn Mayer -
After months of uncertainty, many employers will soon have an answer as to whether or not they need to proceed with COVID-19 vaccination mandates...
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7 ways to improve the effectiveness of your vaccine surcharges

Jeff Levin-Scherz -
Companies continue to look to mitigate their business risks by increasing COVID-19 vaccination rates, as unvaccinated employees are more likely to bring COVID-19 into...
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What’s next for HR after court reinstates Biden’s vaccine mandate?

Kathryn Mayer -
Quick action and communication are key, experts say.
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Kroger adds penalties for unvaccinated. Will more employers follow?

Kathryn Mayer -
The move sends a strong message to employees who choose not to be vaccinated.
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With vaccine mandate in flux, employee communication is vital

Kathryn Mayer -
Legal experts say employers should talk to workers now about their plans, regardless of whether the rule will be upheld.
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Omicron is here. Why ‘watching and learning’ are best right now

Kathryn Mayer -
As the new variant is detected in the U.S., vaccines, communication and adaptability are key to helping workers through the latest stage of the pandemic.
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