STRESS: How Much Does it Cost?
The Affordable Care Act was designed to reduce healthcare expenses, but it doesn't address costs caused by stress. Countless studies show stress increases the risk of health conditions like obesity,...read more
INFOGRAPHIC: HDHP Enrollment Has Tripled
Enrollment in PPO and HMO plans has declined in the last five years. Consumers transitioning to a high deductible plan may be losing their first dollar coverage and struggling with the increased...read more
Telehealth - Is Now the Time?
I wish every question in health care had such an easy answer. Consider this: An analyst with the market research firm IHS predicts the United States telehealth market will grow from $240 million...read more
Finding the Right Cultural Fit for Your Staff
At New Benefits, we spend a great deal of time and effort pinpointing the right staff for our organization. While a candidate’s skills and experience are important, we’re focused on finding the...read more
Broker Spotlight: Portfolio Variety is Key To Waldman Bros. Success
When Michael A. Waldman, CEBS, GBA, RPA, partner and president of the employee benefits division at Waldman Bros., puts together a benefits package, he says variety is the key to making everybody...read more
Non-Insurance Products are the Next Evolution in Employee Benefits
As the EVP Employee Benefits Practice Leader with New Benefits, I spend a lot of time talking with brokers. I often ask them if they remember back 10 years ago when I encouraged them to go out and...read more
What's the Most Valuable Service You Can Offer Your Customers Right Now? Healthcare 101!
As the healthcare industry undergoes tectonic shifts, employees aren’t just facing ever-increasing costs—they’re also becoming more responsible for their own healthcare decisions.read more