Mar 7, 2019 | Affordable Care Act, Consumer-driven Health Plans, Flexible spending accounts (FSAs), Health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs)
A few reminders for MedBen clients who offer flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and/or health reimbursement arrangements (HRAs) to their plan members: For most FSA and HRA plans that have a January effective date, March 31, 2019 is the final day of the run-out period...
Feb 28, 2019 | Cholesterol, Heart, Hypertension, Preventive Care, Primary Care, Wellness
Extremely Important Tip: A healthy heart is essential to your well-being. Okay, you probably already knew that. But one cannot overstate the difference a well-functioning ticker makes to your overall health. And not just physical wellness, either… chronic heart...
Feb 24, 2019 | Announcements, Client Services, Health Plan Management, MedBen University, News
MedBen University (MBU) is soon to begin its 18th season! Our educational seminar series offers practical guidance about benefit planning and timely regulatory updates. Plus, you’ll have the chance to pose questions to our team of professionals and discuss coverage...
Feb 23, 2019 | Cancer, Research, Wellness
More men are opting to monitor their low-risk prostate cancer rather than getting surgery… and cancer experts say they’re pleased about the trend. According to a new study (as reported by HealthDay News), 42% of men with small, slow-growing tumors chose to...
Feb 23, 2019 | Cost Savings, MedBen Rx, Prescription, Rebates, Specialty Drugs, Transparency
A recent Wall Street Journal editorial warns that government efforts to address prescription drug prices could produce undesirable consequences… and it’s why MedBen Rx believes that market-driven solutions are the preferable method to reducing consumer costs. As...
