America's Healthcare Challenge

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AHC: Addressing Employer Healthcare and Workers Comp Costs Oct 28, 2016

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A great episode this week as we were joined by two experts in the areas challenging employers the most. Rising Healthcare costs remain difficult and workers compensation management is always an issue. Check out strategies for your organization by listening now.

The Advantages of Care Coordination Oct 28, 2016

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The healthcare system is incredibly complex. In this segment, Howard Shandell, President of Midwest Benefit Advisors shares the advantages of care coordination on a self-insured healthcare plan.

Additional statistics on care coordination Oct 28, 2016

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Additional statistics on care coordination by America's Healthcare Challenge

How Method Insurance Improves Workers Compensation Programs Oct 28, 2016

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The connection between healthcare and workers compensation is great and this segment we were joined by Greg Donsbach, President of Method Insurance, to talk about some strategies employers can implement to manage risk and control costs. Read more on how they help at http://methodinsurance.com/

Round Table Discussion on Collectively Managing Risks Oct 28, 2016

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Greg Donsbach, Howard Shandell and Sean McGuire discuss the importance of collaboration between risk managers to improve business efficiency and reduce costs.

Explaining Medicare Parts A and B Oct 21, 2016

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Medicare part A covers hospital costs and skilled nursing facilities. The deductible is $1,288 for first 60 days.... listen to learn more.

Should you seek more medical coverage beyond Medicare? Oct 21, 2016

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Are there penalties for not enrolling in Medicare Part-D? We answer it in this segment and explain some of the main questions people should be asking when considering Medicare supplement programs.

Understanding Safety Ratings in Medicare Advantage Oct 21, 2016

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The ratings are important as a result of healthcare reform. How safe is the carrier you are considering for a Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement plan? We explain what you need to look at.

Why do MediGap premium rates vary? Oct 21, 2016

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Medicare coverage considerations are covered in this segment.

The ACA and 2016 Election Oct 14, 2016

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The ACA and 2016 Election by America's Healthcare Challenge