by Jordana Choucair | Aug 22, 2022 | Payers
Aon released a report projecting that employer health costs could increase by 6.5 percent next year – more than double the 3 percent increase that employers saw in 2022. According to the report, the average costs per employee will reach $13,800 in 2023, compared to...
by Jordana Choucair | Aug 18, 2022 | Payers
J.D. Power’s annual study of Medicare Advantage (MA) plans found that members are satisfied with the plans, but say mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment coverage is lacking. Ninety-one percent members said they have enough coverage for...
by Jordana Choucair | Aug 18, 2022 | Payers
CMS announced that providers will no longer need to fill out certificates of medical necessity (CMN) and durable medical equipment information forms (DIF) starting in 2023. The agency is making the change in an effort to ease administrative burden. “Through...
by Jordana Choucair | Aug 16, 2022 | Payers
Oscar Health announced it will expand the reach of its Cigna + Oscar small business plans into the Philadelphia metropolitan area. Pending regulatory approval, the plans will be offered in five counties – Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia –...
by Jordana Choucair | Aug 12, 2022 | Payers
A survey from Willis Towers Watson found that most U.S. employers offer coverage for medically necessary and elective abortions in states where it’s allowed. Among self-insured employers, 97 percent cover medically necessary abortions and 78 percent cover...
by Jordana Choucair | Aug 11, 2022 | Payers
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) announced it is partnering with Maven Clinic to launch a new family building and maternity support program ahead of open enrollment. The platform will allow members to access a personalized app that guides them through the...
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