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Drug prices still rising: 5 ways employers can reduce costs without cutting care

Alan Goforth -
The 2026 Segal Health Plan Cost Trend Survey reports that "double-digit" increases in the cost of pharmacy benefits are driving up the price of healthcare for employers.

Workers doubling down on employers for financial guidance, report finds

Kristen Smithberg -
According to a Bank of America report, many employees say they want advice about long-term savings and managing personal finances.

How large employers are driving a shift in health benefits to control costs

Alan Goforth -
Companies still want to provide best-in-class benefits offerings for their employees, but costs are forcing some new realities.

Preventive drug list coverage: What HR needs to know to cut costs, improve employee health

Alan Goforth -
Medicines on such lists can reduce out-of-pocket costs, increase medication adherence and decrease the risk of diseases worsening, a new report shows.

How can employers help the rising number of working caregivers?

Michael Popke -
Though fewer survey respondents say their employers need to step up, more than half of employers say they plan to expand caregiver benefits within the next three years.

Could return of short-term health insurance provide relief to some employers?

Allison Bell -
A non-enforcement strategy, announced recently by the U.S. Labor Department with two other federal departments, may allow some organizations more flexibility.

7 ways employers can help limit fast-rising healthcare costs

Allison Bell -
In 2026, the increase in healthcare costs is expected to be 9%, the biggest annual increase jump since the Business Group on Health began its surveys in 2010.

Why employers need to prioritize dental care

Alan Goforth -
Organizations are in a unique position to help improve employees’ oral health, which is related to boosting overall health, new research shows.

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