The Blueprint for a Healthy Heart
February is American Heart Month, a time to promote awareness about the importance of following a heart-healthy lifestyle. But improving...
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Without Medicare Part B’s Shield, Patient’s Family Owes $81,000 for a Single Air-Ambulance Flight
Debra Prichard was a retired factory worker who was careful with her money, including what she spent on medical care,...
Does private health insurance reduce public hospital procedure wait times?
In countries that have universal health insurance, but limited patient out-of-pocket costs for public hospital services, non-urgent hospital treatment often...
How to set up your first HR department in 3 simple steps
As a small employer just starting out, you may quickly realize that you're wearing many hats and handling tasks that...
December–January Research Roundup: What We’re Reading
By Kennah Watts This winter, CHIR curled up with some good reads: the latest in health policy research. In December...
How to set an HR Budget for Small Businesses
If you're a small business setting up an HR budget, you probably have quite a few questions. Many business owners...
Stakeholder Perspectives on CMS’s 2025 Notice of Benefits and Payment Parameters: Consumer Advocates
By Karen Davenport and Emma Walsh-Alker Last November, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released its proposed Notice...
Retiring Early? Here's 6 Options You Can Explore for Health Insurance
With early retirement, people can reduce their stress, explore hobbies, and enjoy more free time to travel or be with...
If You’re Poor, Fertility Treatment Can Be Out of Reach
Mary Delgado’s first pregnancy went according to plan, but when she tried to get pregnant again seven years later, nothing...
What is employee benefits administration?
Providing employee benefits is essential for companies looking to attract and retain top talent and remain competitive. Before crafting your...
