Affordable Health Benefits for Small to Mid-Size Employers
Owners of small and midsize businesses need to think long-term when planning how to best manage healthcare insurance costs. On one hand, employers want to provide the best coverage available to their hard-working employees. On the other hand, employers also need to keep a tight rein on costs. The volatility […]
The idea of asking your insurance carrier for your healthcare and claims data has been taboo for so long that it isn’t listed as an FAQ on any major fully insured carrier’s website. That’s right, in the digital age, with a wealth of information at our fingertips, it’s impossible to […]
It surprises people to learn that Roundstone employs two registered nurses as an integral part of the CSI Team – our data analytics and insights service for cost containment for healthcare. They help our customers run their health plans more effectively. When it comes to making decisions involving a patient’s […]
Roundstone has been keeping tabs on the most creative and innovative solutions implemented by open-minded employer clients over the past year to better meet their employees’ changing needs and control health insurance costs. We’re also always on the lookout for what’s coming next. We all saw big changes in 2020 […]
61% of covered workers are now participating in self-funded plans, including 50% of firms with 200-999 employees. Why is self-funding the trend? Simply put: It saves you money. Health insurance premiums continue to rise, information as to why is limited and you may feel like you do not have any […]
By: Nate Szabo, Cost Containment Consultant High drug costs affect more than just the individuals filling their prescriptions each month. Employers offering private health insurance and benefits to their employees take on much of the expense associated with high pharmacy bills. In fact, over the last two years, prescription drugs […]
By: Book Chrobak, Health Analytics Manager As health prices continue to rise and health insurance premiums soar past inflation, Americans across the country are looking for new ways to save money on their healthcare. However, many individuals have no insight into the costs of treatment. Healthcare has historically held itself […]
By: Sue Russo, Underwriter With health insurance inflation rates skyrocketing and premiums escalating, American business owners must start looking for new ways to manage their per employee per year (PEPY) cost performance. Many have felt vulnerable to the mercy of the marketplace. Employers today are willing to try innovative new solutions in […]