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Beyond the Basics: A Broker’s Guide to Smarter Health Plan Strategies  Health insurance has long been a fixed line item in an employer’s budget—a predictable, if often painful, cost. But in 2025, that predictability is under scrutiny. Rising premiums, limited flexibility, and a push for more personalized benefits are forcing employers to rethink their approach. […]

Preventive Care in 2025: Why Early Detection Is the Key to Lowering Healthcare Costs In the United States, healthcare often operates on a reactive model. Individuals seek care after symptoms escalate, leading to a cascade of advanced treatments and skyrocketing costs. But what if we could shift the paradigm? What if prevention and early detection

The Best Employee Benefits Trends to Watch in 2025 As the healthcare and benefits landscape evolves, 2025 brings a mix of cutting-edge innovation and renewed focus on holistic well-being. Employers who adapt to these trends will not only control costs but also build a healthier, more engaged workforce. Based on the latest insights, here are

How Streamlined Claims Management Can Transform Your Open Enrollment Strategy   As open enrollment approaches, organizations face the challenge of balancing their financial goals with the diverse needs of their employees. For self-insured companies, effective management of healthcare claims is a crucial component of a successful benefits program. Because self-insured companies directly bear the cost

Understanding Level-Funded Plans vs. Administrative Service Only (ASO) Plans: Which Plan is Right for You? In the realm of employee benefits and health care coverage, navigating through the myriad of options can often feel daunting. For businesses aiming to provide comprehensive health benefits while maintaining cost-effectiveness, two popular choices stand out: Level-Funded Plans and Administrative

As an employer, deciding to go through with self-funded health care plans can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. While the risk is high, so are the benefits – that’s why we are dedicated to helping you navigate the world of self-insurance. The Benefits of Self-Insurance Self-insurance is a risk management method where

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Many people know that there are two guarantees in life: death and taxes. But the third? Rising costs. It’s no secret that inflated medical costs are behind a lot of panic and woe for both employees and employers. It’s difficult to manage costs with self-funded health plans, but not impossible. Of course, for many TPAs,

Managing a benefits plan is complex, with significant challenges, including data security, regulation compliance, and controlling costs. Blackhawk TPA offers solutions that directly address these areas, using advanced technology and a team of dedicated professionals to streamline your benefits administration process. Our Platforms Are Intuitive and Designed for Easy Integration with Your Existing Systems.  In

Navigating self-insurance as an employer can be challenging. Rising costs, complicated claims processes, and constantly changing regulations can make it even harder. Businesses strive to ensure employees are as healthy as they can be with as little hassle as possible. A few of the most prevalent challenges are described below. Typical Self-Insurance Challenges How Blackhawk