Employee Benefits

HighRoads Study Shows Less than Half of Employers Are Ready to Distribute Health Care Reform Summary of Benefits & Coverage Materials

By HR Vendor News | February 8, 2012

BOSTON (February 7, 2012) —HighRoads, the industry leader in employer health care compliance and benefits management, today announced findings from its annual survey of U.S. companies and their current and future compliance communication plans and processes, focusing on Summary Plan Descriptions (SPDs). Key findings show that while 81% of employers plan to update their SPDs…

Good News for Spanish Speakers Who Want to Quit Smoking

By HR Vendor News | February 8, 2012

SEATTLE, February 8, 2012 – Today, Alere Wellbeing, Inc. (formerly Free & Clear, Inc.) announced that its industry-leading tobacco cessation program, Quit For Life®, is now available in Spanish, removing language as a major barrier to quitting for Spanish speakers. Tobacco use is a powerful addiction that most people try to overcome several times before…

The State of the Health Care Consumerism Movement Discussed on HealthCare Consumerism Radio

By HR Vendor News | February 2, 2012

THE STATE OF THE HEALTH CARE CONSUMERISM MOVEMENT IS DISCUSSED LIVE THIS FRIDAY ON HEALTHCARE CONSUMERISM RADIO’S WEEKLY SHOW WITH SPECIAL GUESTS ATLANTA – February 2, 2012 — The topic for this week’s edition of HealthCare Consumerism Radio Show will take listeners to the leading edge with a discussion on “The State of the Health…

The Journey to HealthCare Consumerism

By HR Vendor News | February 1, 2012

IHC FORUM Opening Session Guides Innovative Companies on “The Journey to HealthCare Consumerism” ATLANTA, Feb 1, 2012—Health and benefits spend is arguably the No.1 challenge U.S. employers face. As medical costs rise and health care legislation remains in flux, forward-thinking corporations are opting to cut expenses by putting health care decision making into the hands…

Population Health Management is Discussed Live This Friday on Healthcare Consumerism Radio's Weekly Show with Special Guests

By HR Vendor News | January 31, 2012

This Friday’s topic for the weekly the HealthCare Consumerism Radio show is “Population Health Management” which will be discussed by The Institute for HealthCare Consumerism’s co-hosts and special guests. ATLANTA, GA – Jan. 26, 2012 — Co-hosts Doug Field, CEO and Founder of The Institute of HealthCare Consumerism (www.TheIHCC.com) and Ron Bachman, Editorial Chairman discuss…

PRESS RELEASE: Health & Wellness Video Content as a Tool for Employers Now Available

By HR Vendor News | January 30, 2012

A LIBRARY OF HEALTH & WELLNESS VIDEO CONTENT NOW AVAILABLE AS AN EDUCATIONAL TOOL THROUGH THE INSTITUTE FOR HEALTHCARE CONSUMERISM, POWERED BY SHAREWIK ATLANTA, GA – Jan. 26, 2012 — In support of employers, their health plans, and their health and wellness initiatives, The Institute for HealthCare Consumerism unveils the Health & Wellness Content Library, a…

Achievers Named As Finalist in Seven 2012 Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service

By HR Vendor News | January 27, 2012

San Francisco  and Toronto (PRWEB) January 27, 2011 — — Achievers, the leader in employee rewards and recognition solutions, was named today as a finalist in the sixth annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. “To be deemed a finalist in all seven categories we applied to this year is incredibly exciting; this honor…

Profiles International is proud to present the 2011 Large Sales Force Analysis of America's Most Productive Companies

By HR Vendor News | January 25, 2012

Profiles International is proud to present the 2011 Large Sales Force Analysis of America’s Most Productive Companies. This research offers a better understanding of the key factors that drive sales force productivity in large organizations. The study covers 230 companies across 17 different industries. Based on revenue growth and profitability, the report classifies organizations as…

Flexible Benefit Service Corporation Introduces FSA and HRA Enhancements As More Employers Prepare for Health Care Reform

By HR Vendor News | January 24, 2012

ROSEMONT, Ill. (Jan. 24, 2012) – Flexible Benefit Service Corporation (Flex) announced today they are introducing enhanced Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) products, which are now supported by a more robust benefits administration and reimbursement platform. The FSA and HRA platform enhancement comes as many employers are evaluating their benefit options…

ACI Specialty Benefits Strengthens "CORE," Enhances Corporate Wellness Program

By HR Vendor News | January 20, 2012

January 19, 2012/San Diego, CA—Top-Ten Employee Assistance Program Provider ACI Specialty Benefits has undergone an enhancement and expansion of its corporate wellness program. “The CORE Wellness expansion is an exciting opportunity for clients to reap the benefits of a cutting-edge program that goes beyond ‘Wellness 101’ incorporating all the tools and accessibility of Smartphones and…