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J.D. Power and Associates Reports:
Satisfaction with Health Plans Varies Dramatically From Region To Region, Largely Due to Poor Communication From Insurance Providers

Nearly 50 Percent of Members Say They Don't Fully Understand the Details of Their Health Insurance Plan.

Click on "Full Article" below for a synopsis of their finding and a link to health plan rankings by region.

 

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House Committee Approves Health Information Technology Bill 

On July 23, by voice vote, the House Energy and Commerce Committee approved an amended version of H.R. 6357, the "Protecting Records, Optimizing Treatment, and Easing Communication through Healthcare Technology Act."  Click on "Full Article" below to find out more.

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Senate Hearing Focuses on Health IT and Comparative Effectiveness Research

On July 17, the Senate Finance Committee held a hearing that focused on the role of health information technology and comparative effectiveness research in health care reform.  The hearing included testimony from George Halvorson, Chairman and CEO of Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and Peter Orszag, Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Director.  Click on "Full Article" below for an overview of issues heard. 

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  Timely Opportunities

The new housing law, signed by President Bush on July 30, is designed to stimulate the real estate market, reduce foreclosures and help the mortgage lending industry. To find out whether you can benefit from the tax and non-tax provisions in the wide-ranging legislation, click "Full Article."
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  Benefits Administration

When it comes to health issues, employee privacy is important. But the rules can seem overwhelming for employers. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has added many new responsibilities. Do you know what's expected? If not, click "Full Article."
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  Motivating Perks

Adoption assistance is a reasonable-cost, high-value benefit that can show your company's commitment to families, sustain productivity, and bolster your public image. Plus, it's a nice thing to do. Here's a rundown on how these plans work, as well as the tax breaks available to your employees.
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  Latest Business Headlines

O'Brien: Valley's one-time godfather of multimedia is leaving for Ohio
mercurynews.com - Sat, 4 Jul 2009 00:44:18 GMT

Smithfield businesses looking forward to a boost when Fidelity moves 500 jobs to town
projo.com - Sat, 4 Jul 2009 00:27:19 GMT

Government lifts ban on wheat export
rediff.com - Sat, 4 Jul 2009 00:25:29 GMT

USA : At Victory Rally, Al Franken Shouts Out to Labor, Union Health Insurance
labourstart.org - Sat, 4 Jul 2009 00:23:54 GMT

Question for A-B InBev: Where is the second director?
stltoday.com - Fri, 3 Jul 2009 23:39:06 GMT

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