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Culture of Health: Taking a Personal Approach (Part 2)

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A company cannot meet the wellness needs of every employee simply by implementing company-wide solutions and initiatives. Leaders must get to know their employees to holistically support their well-being. When the employer successfully implements a culture of wellness and provides appropriate management training, the specific needs of individuals are provided…

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Culture of Health: Be Proactive by Encouraging Wellness (Part 1)

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When thinking about employee benefits, insurance and the care for an injury or illness often come to mind. However, organizations can shift this mindset to a healthier approach by being more proactive and focusing on wellness. The goal is to urge employees to make healthier lifestyle choices every day, which…

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[Live Webcast March 12] Municipalities: 2024 Risks, Trends and Innovations

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The community landscape for a municipality is constantly changing, but will be significant with the passing of Issue 2, which legalized marijuana in Ohio. Additionally, Deferred Compensation rules and the rising costs of Health Insurance and prescription drugs create confusion and sustainability concern. Join the Oswald team for a webinar on March 12 to…

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Navigating the Pharmacy Benefit Landscape: Evaluating Your Needs (Part 3)

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In the face of impending market shifts, it’s vital to evaluate your pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) to make sure you’re getting the best value for your money, while also providing for the needs of your employees. Oswald Companies can maximize the value of your spend by evaluating all options available,…

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Navigating the Pharmacy Benefit Landscape: What to Expect in 2024 (Part 2)

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The pharmacy landscape has evolved in recent years and 2024 is expected to bring even more challenges. Employers managing self-funded benefits should brace themselves for the onslaught by asking the following questions. One of the biggest difficulties facing employers is the emergence of new gene therapies. While advanced gene therapies…

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Navigating the Pharmacy Benefit Landscape: Understanding Current Trends Impacting Your Bottom Line (Part 1)

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The landscape of pharmacy benefits for employers with self-funded plans is undergoing seismic shifts, driven by several major trends that have substantial financial implications. Based on a review from the Kaiser Family Foundation of over 3,911 drugs, over 50% experienced price increases at or above the rate of inflation between…

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Four Reasons Why You Need to be in Compliance in Managing Employee Benefits Plans

Employee benefits are a vital component of any organization’s talent management strategy. Done well, they help attract top talent and contribute to employee satisfaction and retention. However, with great benefits come great responsibilities, particularly in the realm of compliance. Here are four reasons your company should make compliance a priority.…

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[On-Demand Webinar] Life is a Juggling Act: Balance, Protect and Achieve

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You work hard to protect your livelihood and family today, while planning for tomorrow. Securing the proper personal, life, health, disability and long-term care insurance solutions allows you to focus on your well-being in the present and financial security for the future. When these programs work together, it provides peace of mind knowing…

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Putting Risk in Its Place with Long-Term Disability Coverage

If you had to rank in order of importance the top three group welfare benefits an employer could offer an employee, what would they be? Perhaps number one would be medical, number two would be dental and number three would be vision. Would long-term disability rank in your top five?…

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Misunderstood and Underutilized: Medicare Advantage Plans as an Option to Employer-Based Coverage

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Matt Miklos of UROne Benefits®explains why and how Medicare Advantage Plans may benefit employees and employers alike. One of the more confusing and complicated decisions an employee has to make is what to do when they or their spouse turn 65 and become Medicare eligible…especially if they choose to continue…

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