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Should Plans Better Address Mental Health Benefits? | The Phia Group

On July 22, 2022
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the government has announced that we are facing another crisis – one on mental health. Participants are clamoring for more access to mental health care than ever before. The COVID-19 pandemic only highlighted the lack of availability of mental health care in the US, including care that is covered by plans. Ron Peck, Chief Legal Officer, and attorney Kaitlyn MacLeod are here to talk about what plans are doing to address the mental health crisis and how mental health parity comes into play for plans, patients, and providers.

Supreme Decisions – A Proactive Approach for Health Plans to Dobbs and Marietta

On July 19, 2022
The U.S. Supreme Court may be in recess until October, but its landmark healthcare rulings over the past month continue to reverberate across the country and across our industry. These decisions will have strong implications for plan sponsors in particular and The Phia Group is here to explain how your health plan, and its administrators, may be affected by these momentous developments. Please join us as we delve into such current affairs (not to mention history in the making) from a unique healthcare cost containment perspective.

Stop Loss and Subrogation | The Phia Group

On July 8, 2022
In this episode of the Empowering Plans podcast, attorneys Chris Aguiar and Cindy Merrell discuss potential obligations of health plans to their stop-loss carriers in the event of a recovery through subrogation.

Book of Russo: Chapter 2

On July 6, 2022
In the latest episode of The Book of Russo, tune in to find out what The Phia Group’s CEO, Adam Russo, and guest host, Dr. Marty Makary, have to say about price transparency, price gouging, and who is typically responsible for the high cost of care.

The Dobbs Case – What Group Health Plans and Employers Need to Know | The Phia Group

On July 1, 2022
On June 24th, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down one of its most controversial and impactful decisions in half a century by overturning Roe v. Wade. This decision has sweeping implications for group health plans. In this special edition of the Empowering Plans podcast, The Phia Group’s Chief Legal Officer, Ron Peck, is joined by attorneys Jen McCormick and Brady Bizarro to unpack the Court’s opinion, what’s likely to happen next, and most importantly, how health plans should respond to this historic ruling.

U.S. Supreme Court Rules on Dialysis Carve-outs | The Phia Group

On June 24, 2022
In this episode of the Empowering Plans podcast, attorneys Brady Bizarro and Andrew Silverio break down the Supreme Court’s ruling in the Marietta case on dialysis carve-outs. What does the ruling mean for self-funded plans that wish to carve out dialysis claims? Our experts dig deep into the legal analysis and explain how plans can stay within the parameters of this decision. Finally, they address important points raised by the dissent and consider the broader impact on the industry.

The Book of Russo: Chapter 1

On June 17, 2022
In the first episode of The Book of Russo, tune in to find out what The Phia Group’s CEO, Adam Russo, has to say about the new podcast series, healthcare transparency, and so much more.

Breaking Down Breaks in Service | The Phia Group

On June 8, 2022
In this episode of Empowering Plans, join Kelly Dempsey and Kevin Brady as they discuss the important considerations surrounding rehired employees and breaks in service. This dynamic duo covers a number of items including the 13/26 week rule, the rule parity, and the need to add plan provisions which account for these situations.

The Benefits of Direct Primary Care | The Phia Group

On May 27, 2022
In this episode of The Phia Group’s Empowering Plans podcast, attorneys Nick Bonds and Corey Crigger discuss Direct Primary Care (DPC). This was a hot topic at a recent conference Nick attended and a subject near and dear to Corey. Join them as they discuss the benefits and practical issues to consider when looking at this tremendous option for augmenting your employee benefits plan.

Fiduciary Liability & The No Surprises Act | The Phia Group

On May 24, 2022
View our full webinar with a candid roundtable discussion on what the Fiduciary Liability and No Surprises Act is and how they continue to evolve.

Changing Laws & Changing Relationships | The Phia Group

On May 13, 2022
Here you can find our podcast explaining the emerging/changing laws & trends as well as changing relationships in our Empowering Plans: P133

The Phia Group's 2nd Quarter 2022 Newsletter

On April 27, 2022
The Phia Group is off to a great start in the second quarter of 2022! Check out our newsletter to get acquainted with some of the latest happenings in our neck of the woods.

The Stacks – 2nd Quarter 2022 Newsletter | The Phia Group

On April 26, 2022
Looking at how to make mental health parity a priority for your plan? Get some insights on how to do that here in our 2nd quarter Stack newsletter

Healthcare Opportunities and Concerns | The Phia Group

On April 19, 2022
Learn about case studies and recent developments in the healthcare industry from relationships to regulations, from plans to politics and more.

Congress’ Proposals to Limit Insulin Costs | The Phia Group

On April 15, 2022
Here you can find a podcast explaining the effects of Congress' proposal concerning the cap on the cost of insulin in our Empowering Plans: P133