The rising cost of healthcare continues to be a significant burden for employers. On July 30, Oswald hosted a Healthcare and Innovation Summit, which provided a unique opportunity for corporate executives, HR leaders, CFOs and business owners to learn about advancements in the healthcare business that have a direct impact…
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Oswald Helps Client Improve Network Access, Reduce Costs and Enhance Employee Benefits: A Case Study
Problem A transportation client with more than 100 full-time enrolled employees had been operating within a professional employer organization (PEO) model for several renewal cycles, with its health insurance embedded in that structure. The client was utilizing a broad network but consistently faced challenges finding in-network providers across the state.…
Read MoreJuly 2025 ABOUT THE AUTHOR: With 10 years of experience in the insurance and healthcare industry, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside some of the brightest minds in the field. Over the years, I’ve met with over 500 different organizations and personally consulted with more than 100 companies, ranging…
Read MoreIt has been several years since GLP-1 medications took the health and wellness landscape by storm. While this class of drugs was introduced to the market as a treatment for Type 2 diabetes 20 years ago, it has gained widespread attention as a solution for weight loss and has been…
Read MoreWe are excited to invite you to our upcoming Healthcare & Risk Innovation Summit on July 30, 2025. The event will be a unique opportunity for corporate executives, HR leaders, CFOs and business owners to learn about advancements in the healthcare business that have a direct impact on the health and wellbeing of their…
Read MoreYear after year, for many employers it’s the same story. The cost of employee benefits keeps rising, causing many companies to look for ways to plug the leak. This often means reducing benefits and shifting more of the cost to employees, but it doesn’t have to. An Individual Coverage Health…
Read MoreNearly 40% of people will be diagnosed with cancer at some point during their lifetime, according to the National Cancer Institute. That means an employee or one of their family members will likely be affected by cancer. The emotional toll of a cancer diagnosis can send shockwaves through the workplace. Health…
Read MoreMost employers understand the importance of good mental health and they offer a comprehensive benefits package to help employees get the services they need. Under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, the Tri-Agencies (the Department of Labor, Health and Human Services and the U.S. Treasury) have taken it one step further by…
Read MoreThe federal government is exploring a slew of changes that could impact employer-sponsored health benefits. Updates to the Affordable Care Act, potential cuts to Medicaid and a new approach to vaccines and preventive care are just a few of the possibilities on the horizon. Here’s are five items to watch…
Read MoreMay 2025 With 10 years of experience in the insurance and healthcare industry, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside some of the brightest minds in the field. Over the years, I’ve met with over 500 different organizations and personally consulted with more than 100 companies, ranging in size from…
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