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These New Pharma Bros Are Wreaking Havoc on Prescription Drug Prices
Fascinating Bloomberg story that leverages Connecture’s data and highlights a Chicago-based duo that’s selling a simple Rx strategy — and companies they’ve worked with have raised prices on drugs as much as 4,116%.
3 Critical Lessons for FMOs in the Medicare World
Earlier this month, Connecture hosted its first-ever FMO Council Meeting in its Chicago Innovation Hub. Connecture SVP and broker expert Joe Donlan writes about that experience and his three biggest takeaways from that session.
Pharmaceutical Titan’s Senate Bid Will Test Voters’ Views on Drug Prices
In her latest article, Bloomberg’s Rebecca Spalding discusses the role drug prices are playing in American politics. Connecture prescription drug data is featured.
The Bright Future of Non-Traditional Benefits
Health insurance is always making headlines these days, particularly as Washington continues to debate over the ACA. But what about the non-traditional benefits that don’t get nearly as much coverage? Our own Amy Christofis explore this topic and their future.
3 Medicare Shopping Secrets
Last month, Connecture hosted a webinar with Deft Research to unveil findings from the AEP 2018. In a piece for ThinkAdvisor, journalist Allison Bell discusses some of the learnings from the webinar and implications for carriers and members alike.
Tech-Savvy ‘Age-ins’ May Need Extra Support Moving to MA
AIS Health writer Lauren Flynn Kelly breaks down some of the key Medicare shopping trends from last year’s AEP, and implications for carriers when it comes to enrolling and retaining customers in MA plans.
10 Ways for You and Your Customers to Rethink Costs
In a recent article for BenefitsPro, our own Director of Client Services (and licensed health insurance broker) Amy Christofis offers a key marketing tip for brokers on keeping costs low for themselves and their employer clients.
2018 Best in KLAS Taps Vendors for Claims Admin, Price Transparency
The 2018 Best in KLAS report was released last month, ranking the best vendor solutions for payer claims administration, care management, price transparency, and payer analytics based on five industry performance criteria. And Connecture was on the list!
FDA Targets Insulin for Increased Competition to Lower Prices
Connecture data was cited in this latest Bloomberg news article, which discusses the price increase in certain diabetes medicine. As a result, the FDA announced that it will expedite company applications for generic insulin.
Medicare Plan Signups Were Strong
In this article from ThinkAdvisor, writer Allison Bell discusses some of the early Medicare shopping and enrollment numbers Connecture announced for AEP 2018.