13 Employee Benefits You Should Consider Offering

by Eriksen Insurance | Jul 24, 2019 | Employer benefits

The Libertarian Replublic reports: “It can be a real challenge for a small business to keep employees interested in sticking around for the long haul. Larger companies always seem to have the upper hand, especially when it comes to offering enticing employee...

As Sanders Officially Revives Medicare-For-All, Plan B For Democrats Gains Traction

by Eriksen Insurance | Apr 15, 2019 | Health Reform

Kaiser Health News reports: “As Democratic presidential primary candidates try to walk a political tightrope between the party’s progressive and center-left wings, they face increasing pressure to outline the details of their health reform proposals. On...

Can Health Savings Accounts Be a Bulwark Against Long-Term Care Costs?

by Eriksen Insurance | Aug 21, 2018 | Heath Care Costs

Morningstar reports: “Many retirement accumulators take pains to dot the i’s and cross the t’s of their retirement plans. They noodle over their portfolios’ asset allocations, carefully calibrate when they’ll begin claiming Social...

‘Breakthrough’ Leukemia Drug Also Portends ‘Quantum Leap’ In Cost

by Eriksen Insurance | Aug 24, 2017 | Heath Care Costs

Kaiser Health News reports: “When doctors talk about a new leukemia drug from Novartis, they ooze enthusiasm, using words like “breakthrough,” “revolutionary” and “a watershed moment.” But when they think about how much the therapy is likely to cost, their tone...

7 Healthcare Expenses Medicare Won’t Pay For — The Motley Fool

by Eriksen Insurance | Aug 18, 2017 | Health Care .gov, Medicare

Yahoo Beauty reports: “If you’re looking forward to getting Medicare because you think this health insurance for seniors will provide comprehensive coverage, you may end up disappointed. Studies have shown seniors with high-prescription drug needs could...