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Critical benefit considerations for hourly workers

By: Beth Umland, Director of Research, Health, Mercer

From economic volatility to unequal access to work flexibility, Mercer’s latest employee survey found a perfect storm of issues has eroded engagement among hourly workers.
US health news

Healthcare cost – and volatility – has CFOs worried

By: Sunit Patel, Partner and Chief Actuary, US Health & Benefits Actuarial Financial Group

As we head towards the third quarter of 2024, top concerns around health programs are affordability for both employees and employers, the potential impact of GLP-1s on cost trends, and the increased volatility in claims.
US health news

ACA preventive services coverage and litigation continue, for now

By: Dorian Z. Smith, Partner, Mercer’s Law & Policy Group

Appeals Court narrows lower court ruling on ACA preventive services and sends the case back for additional review. Employers to continue coverage.