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Wearables, Health Apps, and Cybersecurity Risks for Self-Funded Health Plans
By: Bryan M. Dunton, Esq. Wearables and health apps are no longer niche wellness perks but instead have become a cornerstone of modern wellness initiatives. Fitbit, Apple Watch, Garmin, glucose monitors, and app-based coaching programs promise to improve engagement, encourage…
Don’t Pay For Your Fun in the Sun This Summer
By: Kate MacDonald As Summer 2025 comes to a close, it’s always good to take stock of your favorite memories before moving on to a new season. This might mean doing a commemorative social media post, making a scrap book…
Eli Lilly: A Game-Changer for Weight Loss Drugs
By: David Ostrowsky Ever since weight loss drugs have exploded in popularity earlier this decade, consumers across America have been clamoring for the drugs to be less expensive and produced via oral pills. Thanks to recent developments from Eli Lilly…
An Employer’s Guide to Healthcare Open Enrollment
By: David Ostrowsky With healthcare open enrollment season right around the corner, there’s a major emphasis on how employees should navigate the process. Is a High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) the most prudent option? Will a flexible spending account (FSA) be…
Former President Biden’s Prostate Cancer Diagnosis: A Wake-Up Call on Screening Access and Affordability
Naga Vivekanandan, Esq. Former President Joe Biden’s recent diagnosis of aggressive prostate cancer has brought national attention to the critical issues surrounding prostate cancer screening, particularly its accessibility and affordability. Biden, 82, was diagnosed with a high-grade form of the…
By: David Ostrowsky The world of rejected insurance claims is shrouded in mystery. It is an ecosystem of numbers and records often lacking full transparency to those searching for answers. Though some government-funded health plans are mandated to disclose their…
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