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Save Money and Strengthen Your Benefits with a Section 125 Plan

Section 125 plans help employers and employees save on health care premiums by using pre-tax dollars. Employees take home more pay, while employers reduce payroll taxes. It’s an easy way to add value without increasing costs.

5 min. read

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Article

Is self-funding right for your business?

Self-funding may be more accessible than you think. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas helps employers assess their readiness and navigate the model with confidence.

5 min. read

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Trusted guidance, seamless self-funding

If you're exploring self-funded plans, partnership matters. Discover how Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas outperforms traditional TPAs with integrated services and a trusted Kansas network.

6 min. read

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Article

Myth vs. Reality: What employers should know about self-funding

Self-funding comes with misconceptions, but today’s tools and safeguards make it more accessible than ever. Learn the facts behind the common myths and let Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas help you make an informed decision.

4 min. read

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Prime Therapeutics’ leading research shows only 1 in 12 remain on a GLP-1 drug for obesity at three years obesity drugs

Only eight percent of individuals who started GLP-1 drugs for obesity without diabetes remained on therapy after three years according to a study by Prime Therapeutics.

3 min. read

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A practical guide to self-funded group health plans

Thinking about self-funding your group health plan? Learn how to weigh the costs, risks and rewards to see if self-funding makes sense for your business.

6 min. read

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Thinking about self-funding?

Before making the move to self-funding, start with the basics: stop-loss coverage, risk management, and claims administration. Knowing how these work together can help you make a confident, informed decision.

7 min. read

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Payment Integrity

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS), we are committed to ensuring every dollar spent on health care claims is accurate, appropriate and aligned with the terms of coverage. Payment Integrity is not a pursuit to reduce reimbursement, benefits or access. Payment Integrity’s sole goal is the elimination of overpayment.

5 min. read

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Coverage Built for Real Life

Build a stronger benefits package with dental, vision and cancer coverage

6 min. read

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5 Things to Know About Rebates

Rebates are an important but often misunderstood component of prescription drug pricing. For employers looking for ways to manage health care costs, it’s tempting to focus solely on the potential savings from rebates.

5 min. read

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How will weight loss drugs affect health care costs?

Shows the need of balancing the benefits of weight loss drugs with their costs to ensure sustainable healthcare spending

8 min. read

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Article

Can employers and payers afford to cover GLP-1 drugs?

Discusses the affordability and coverage considerations of GLP-1 drugs for employers and payers.

10 min. read

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Article

Financial Peace of Mind for Employees

Disabilities can happen to anyone, and the financial impact can be significant. Disability insurance plays a key role in supporting the financial obligations of employees if they are unable to work.

5 min. read

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BlueCard®: Access to care wherever your employees live, work or travel

BlueCard® helps ensure your team has access to care wherever life takes them. Discover how to simplify health care for your business and employees.

3 min. read

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Webinar

Supporting Employees with Mental Health Conditions

Workplace stigmas can make it tough to share mental health resources, but it doesn’t have to be. In this session presented by our behavioral health partner, Lucet, learn to spot mental health signs at work, guide conversations, and provide the right support.

55 min. watch