Why It's Getting Harder to Find a Primary Care Doctor, and What Small Businesses Can Do About It
Finding a primary care doctor is becoming increasingly difficult for many employees. Learn how Direct Primary Care (DPC) and Virtual Primary Care are helping small businesses improve healthcare access, reduce frustration, and support healthier, more productive teams.
AI in Healthcare: What It Means for Payers, Providers, and Employers
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping healthcare, from prior authorizations and claims processing to provider workflows and patient experience. But while AI may improve speed and efficiency, it also raises important questions around transparency, cost, and decision-making. In this article, we explore what AI in healthcare means for Iowa payers, providers, and employers, and how recent Iowa legislation may shape the future of healthcare administration and employee benefits.
What I Took Away from the NABIP Iowa Conference (And What It Means for Small Business Owners)
Small group health insurance in Iowa is getting more complex, not less. Here are three key trends from the NABIP Iowa Conference that every business owner should understand.
Group Health Insurance: 4 Funding Strategies Every Iowa Business Should Know
Is your health insurance a "black box" where premiums disappear and never return? Most Iowa businesses are stuck in the traditional "use it or lose it" model, but there isn’t just one way to fund your coverage. From level-funded plans that offer year-end refunds to the personalized flexibility of ICHRA, your funding strategy can be the difference between a rising sunk cost and a strategic financial lever. Discover the four primary ways to structure your benefits—and how to find the one that actually fits your bottom line.