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The Brokers, Advisors and Consultants community covers the latest news and illustrating the latest trends and guidelines set by the PPACA that help brokers, advisors and consultants stay current with the changing market, remain compliant with government regulations and continue to provide effective plan designs to their clients/employers. The community features articles, press releases, white papers, case studies, blogs, videos and podcasts.
Articles
Annual NAHU Conference Comes to Atlanta
The National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU) is hosting their 2013 Annual Convention and Exhibition June 23-26 at the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta, Ga. and will feature speakers such as Congressman Tom Price and former White House press secretary Dana Perino.
Don’t Be Penny Wise and Pound Foolish: Top 6 Benefits Services You Shouldn’t Overlook
Small and mid-size employers, in particular, often use the services of a broker to get them the lowest rates on group health care.
Skinny Plans: A Viable Option for Some Large Employers?
As the implications of health care reform become more and more apparent, large employers are increasingly grappling with coverage options in order to avoid the penalties.
The Tomato Paradox Part 2: What’s Left on the Vine
The majority of recent conversation related to the legislation (i.e. PPACA, aka health care reform) that was confirmed as law last summer has related to the concept of “Play or Pay” with employers.
Press Releases
United Benefit Advisors Offers Employee Guide to Understanding PPACA
New Tools to Help Employers Educate their Employees About Health Care Reform Law
Barney & Barney Launches Solution To Navigate Health Care Reform
ATLAS Helps Employers Manage Complex Financial And Operational Issues
Staying Compliant with PPACA Just Got Easier
As the complexities of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) continue to unfold, UBA will be offering employers free tools, materials, and analysis to help with your decision-making.
Blog Posts
This Week on HealthCare Consumerism: Wellness, Telemedicine and Health Advisors
06/17/2013 - First off I would like to apologize for having to cancel our program last week....
How Much Does Health Care Cost? More Than You Can - or Want - to Imagine
06/13/2013 -
Developing core metrics from employee health management
06/12/2013 - Originally published at Altarum Institute's Health Policy Forum.In my mind’s eye, I’ve started imagining U.S....
White Papers
State-based Health Reform Seven-step Strategy
With the passage of the PPACA (“ACA”), states are required to have a certified insurance exchange by Jan. 1, 2014, or risk defaulting to the national HHS Exchange.
What Employers Want From Health Insurers--Now
In 2008, PriceWaterhouseCoopers' research team surveyed senior executives at more than 100 large US-based multinational companies and more than 250 privately held small companies. The large companies each have an average of 8,000 employees and revenue of about $3 billion. The small employers each have
Lack of a CRM Strategy Hinders Health Insurer Growth
The Gartner 2008 healthcare payer application survey reveals slow adoption of an enterprisewide CRM strategy. Having no CRM strategy in place will cause roadblocks to business growth as health insurers struggle to increase membership.
IHC Radio
Creating a Well-Oiled Machine With a Wellness Program
Podcast 5/11/2012: Creating a Well-Oiled Machine With a Wellness Program ... Listen
Implementation of a Successful Workplace Wellness Program
Podcast 7/27/12: Implementation of a Successful Workplace Wellness Program ... Listen
