Aug 8, 2022 | Comparative Effectiveness, Formularies, MedBen Rx, Pharmacy Benefits Manager (PBM)
From Benefits Pro: “The median launch price of a new drug in the US soared from $2,115 in 2008 to $180,007 in 2021, a 20% annual inflation rate over the period, researchers at Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston found.”Contributing to...
Aug 5, 2022 | Enrollment, HealthJoy, Mobile App, Online Services, Technology
Among the advantages of the HealthJoy TPA+ technology experience is the ability to integrate your entire benefits package into one platform… even benefits not administered by MedBen. The HealthJoy implementation team will handle the integration process on your...
Jul 26, 2022 | Cancer, Claims, COVID-19, Heart, Mental Health, Stop-Loss
Cancer and cardiovascular conditions account for over one-third of stop-loss reimbursements, according to a recent report from stop-loss carrier Sun Life.As the chart below shows, the top three conditions represent 38% of total payments. Additionally, 70% of all...
Jul 25, 2022 | COVID-19, MedBen Analytics, Mental Health, Reporting, Telehealth
With the rise of COVID-19 came a corresponding increase in telehealth use. And while the number of virtual care visits have fallen since its initial spike in 2020, usage remains comparatively high from pre-COVID levels… an indication that telehealth isn’t...
Jul 22, 2022 | Healthy habits, Heart, MedBen WellLiving, Preventive Care, Wellness
Most Americans score just so-so on a heart health checklist, according to the American Heart Association. “Life’s Essential 8” lists the metrics that contribute to optimal heart health – metrics that can be achieved through lifestyle changes and a...
