Don’t Tempt Fate – Get a Flu Shot This Season!
The latest flu season lasted well into Spring, making it the longest in a decade... and it came on the heels of one of the deadliest. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 2017-18 was the most severe flu season in nearly 40 years, taking...
Mosquitoes: Small Bug, Big Problems
Mosquitoes have buzzed their way onto national news headlines recently as mosquito-borne illnesses present themselves in human occupants. The pesky insects carry a multitude of diseases, including La Crosse Encephalitis, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, Zika virus, and...
Demystifying Coordination of Benefits
MedBen Customer Service Representatives are frequently asked questions about coordination of benefits from employees who have multiple health plans. To provide some clarity to this somewhat tricky topic, we’ve put together “Demystifying Coordination of Benefits”for...
Staying Competitive in A Tight Labor Market
With the unemployment rate at historic lows, it’s understandable that employers are searching for a competitive edge when recruiting new employees – and a comprehensive health benefits package may be the answer. Unlike fully insured plans that dictate...
Employers Subject to ACA Non-Discrimination Provisions Should Update Information
In 2016, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the final regulations on the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA’s) non-discrimination provisions, also referred to as Section 1557. At that time, MedBen brought these new provisions to your attention and...
MedBen Rx Advocate: No Inflation, No Discounts, No Gimmicks
If you’re tired of trying to figure out all of the confusing lingo and mathematics of the pharmaceutical world, MedBen Rx Advocate is for you. Our straightforward approach to pharmacy solutions has been proven to save clients money and the best part is, you only need...
Down to the (Apple) Core
Apples are packed with antioxidants, dietary fiber and phytochemicals which help to promote good gut health, reduce inflammation, and even lessen the risk of some chronic conditions. But if you’re like most Americans, you are throwing away the best part. A recent...
2019 Client Report: Building Better Benefits Management
“2019 marks the 30-year anniversary of Medical Benefits Administrators (MBA). The third party administrator began as a subsidiary… but has grown into our signature enterprise” states Kurt Harden, President and CEO of MedBen, in the 2019 Client Report. Over those 30...
Good Health Habits Lower Risk of Asthma Attacks
Asthma is a chronic lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways in the lungs, leading to coughing, chest tightness and difficulty breathing. While the heat of summer creates humid air that can pose issues for many whom suffer from asthma, fall and winter can be...
Looking for a Career Opportunity? Grow with MedBen!
If you’re in the market for a reputable employer with competitive benefits and pay and have a desire to work in the health benefits industry, MedBen would love to hear from you! Over the last several years, our block of business has grown. Due to this and recent...
MedBen Analytics Offers Clients Actionable Reporting
MedBen has always been known to provide the best measurable and actionable plan data available. Our plan analysis reviews cost and usage trends and highlights opportunities to increase population health and reduce overall costs. In addition, we offer clients reporting...
Aspirin’s Risks Can Outweigh its Rewards
“An aspirin a day keeps the doctor away” is not one-size-fits-all advice. In fact, a new Harvard study reveals that only people with history of heart disease, prior history of heart attack, or certain groups of healthy people between the ages of 40 to 70 should take a...