Dependent Care FSA Limit Increased for First Time in Nearly 40 Years
The recently enacted “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act (H.R. 1) includes a long-awaited update for working families: a permanent increase in the annual contribution limit for dependent care assistance flexible spending accounts (DCAPs). Beginning in tax years after...
High-Value Formulary Helps Members Resist the Pharma Ad Blitz
Pharmaceutical advertising hit a record high in 2024, with the top 10 drugs accounting for $3.3 billion in ad spending – up nearly 20% from the previous year. With more campaigns directly targeting consumers, MedBen Rx’s high-value formulary educates members about...
MedBen Clients Beat Rising Health Spending Trend
Per Fierce Healthcare: “A new report from federal actuaries estimates national health spending will increase by 7.1% in 2025, with spending growth set to outpace growth in the U.S. gross domestic product.” Historically, MedBen clients have maintained a cost trend...
Reclaim Your Prescription Drug Spend with Smarter Pharmacy Benefits
The 2025 Milliman Medical Index confirms what many employers are seeing firsthand: prescription drug costs are rising faster than any other health care expense, with a 9.7% increase over the past year. To help employers reclaim their drug spend, MedBen Rx offers a...
Federal Court Vacates HIPAA Reproductive Health Care Privacy Requirements
On June 18, 2025, the United States District Court, Northern District of Texas, vacated the HIPAA Privacy Rule to Support Reproductive Health Care Privacy (Final Rule) with nationwide effect. In doing so, HIPAA Covered Entities, including self-funded health plan...
Forensic Claims Review: A Proven Solution for Long-Term Savings
The 2025 MedBen Client Report highlights how our proven self-funding solutions have consistently helped employers control health care costs. One of the most impactful tools – forensic claims review – was introduced in 2007 and continues to deliver measurable value,...
MedBen Office Closed in Observance of Independence Day
Our home office and client services will be closed on Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen on 8:00 a.m. EST on Monday, July 7th. As always, should a question arise outside of business hours, plan members can check claims information,...
Mid-Year Member Reminder: Check FSA Balances to Maximize Benefits
As we've reached the midpoint of the year, it’s an ideal time to remind your plan members to check their flexible spending account (FSA) balances. FSAs offer significant tax savings on eligible health care expenses, but only if members manage their accounts wisely....
Tackling the Rise in Multi-Million-Dollar Claims
Multi-million-dollar stop-loss claims have surged over the past decade, as highlighted in the Tokio Marine 2025 Annual Market Report. To help self-funded employers tackle high-dollar claims, MedBen offers a range of proven cost-management solutions. From 2019 to 2024,...
Price Check: How the U.S. Compares Globally on Prescription Costs
A recent Statista article examines the disparity in prescription drug spending across countries. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) ranks the United States highest in average spending, at $1,218 per resident – over $200 more than...
Close the Knowledge Gap on High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure – also known as hypertension – affects nearly half of all U.S. adults, but many misunderstand this silent but serious condition. Fortunately, annual wellness exams can help detect hypertension in its early stages, allowing for...
Make the Most of Your Mid-Year Metrics with MedBen Analytics
As we reach the midpoint of the year, it's the perfect time to assess where your health plan stands – and where it’s headed. MedBen Analytics offers powerful tools that go beyond surface-level reporting, helping employers take real action to manage costs and...