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Do wellness programs work? Let the numbers answer that


November 11, 2008 by Jared Bilski
Posted in: Benefits, Communication tips, Cost cutters, Healthcare, In this week's e-newsletter, Insurance, Latest news & views, Management issues

Finally, there are some numbers to back up what wellness pioneers have been predicting: These programs actually save companies money.

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3 ways to control health care costs that won’t hurt workers’ wallets


September 26, 2008 by Jared Bilski
Posted in: Communication tips, Cost cutters, Efficiency, Insurance

No surprise here: Health-care costs are expected to rise again in ‘09. Fortunately there are some proven ways to keep costs from rising too high.

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Reducing workers’ comp costs is no accident


September 22, 2008 by Jennifer Azara
Posted in: Cost cutters, Healthcare, In this week's e-newsletter, Insurance, Internal controls, Latest news & views

Sure, accidents happen. But what do you do when you suspect some of those workers’ comp (WC) claims are being exaggerated?  Try what this company did.

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High quality office help for less


September 22, 2008 by Jared Bilski
Posted in: Cost cutters, Efficiency, Healthcare, In this week's e-newsletter, Insurance, Latest news & views, Management issues

If you need some extra help but the budget doesn’t leave enough room for full-time staffers, this option may be right up your alley.

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How high will HMO premiums go next year?


September 5, 2008 by Jennifer Azara
Posted in: Benefits, Cost cutters, Healthcare, Insurance, Latest news & views

Remember when HMOs were considered the “cheaper” health insurance option? Check out how large a hike you’re in for next year with these new benchmarks.

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6 resources to stop your most expensive problem


August 27, 2008 by Jennifer Azara
Posted in: Cost cutters, Healthcare, In this week's e-newsletter, Insurance, Latest news & views

Smokers cost the U.S. economy $97.6 billion a year in lost productivity — not to mention what they do to your health insurance costs. Seems like it’s well worth your while to get your employees to kick the habit. These online resources can help.

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4 tips on going global to boost revenue


July 25, 2008 by Darlene Stahl
Posted in: Economy, Fraud prevention, In this week's e-newsletter, Insurance, Latest news & views, Technology

Moving your company from a local market to the global one doesn’t have to be costly. With today’s technology, expanding to the international market is easier than ever.

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Will legislation really curb health care costs?


July 17, 2008 by Darlene Stahl
Posted in: Benefits, Healthcare, Insurance, Latest news & views

Businesses, especially small businesses, are facing soaring healthcare costs. Planned state and federal legislation is supposed to help, but will it be enough?

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Smoking: Hazardous to your bottom line


June 12, 2008 by Shane Borer
Posted in: Benefits, Cost cutters, Fraud prevention, In this week's e-newsletter, Insurance, Latest news & views

Using incentives to promote employee wellness can take a major bite out of health care. But is your company’s program being abused by freeloaders?

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Why employees hate your health plan


May 16, 2008 by Jennifer Azara
Posted in: Benefits, Healthcare, Insurance, Special Report

There’s no aspirin strong enough to take away the headaches from relentless health care cost increases. To make matters worse, most employees say they don’t even like the plan you’re paying so much for. Some are significantly better than others, though.

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