Health care consumerism: engaging the real buyers - employees

Article Abstract:

Employers are encouraging employees to take over the responsibility for their health care including the costs in respect thereof. Suggestions are offered to employers that would bring about a change in the attitudes of their employees towards health care amenities, which will then be used judiciously.

Health aspects, Company investment, Investments, Workers

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Managing the intricate web of prescription drugs

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Article takes a look at the factors contributing to the growth of prescription drug expenditures, which is an important component in rising health care premiums. Also discusses strategies employers can use to deal with rising prescription drug costs.

Cost Control Techniques, Cost control, Prescription pricing, Cost reduction

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The tough decisions that no one wants to make

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Past, current and future trends in prescription drug benefit plans are discussed. Article also examines steps that can be taken to preserve the pharmacy benefit budget.

Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Drugs Reimbursement Benefits, Forecasts and trends, Market trend/market analysis, Prescription drug plans

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