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Waited Claims: what you need to know
When you have an outstanding claim, you want to reimbursed as soon as possible. So does your provider…
Success story: New Dosing Strategy Brings Relief and Savings
Sometimes little changes can make a huge difference. Marcus is a big believer in this. He has a skin condition that…
Meritain Health Helps Save Big Money and Avoid Errors
We live in a busy world where mistakes can happen. However, sometimes a seemingly small error can…
Meritain Health Podcast: Medical Management
Our In The Booth podcast series is produced to provide you with valuable insights and fresh health care industry perspectives…
It’s Flu Season Again! The Benefits of Getting Your Flu Shot
The leaves are falling, football is starting and there’s a slight chill in the air. Signs of fall, of course—but…
Cost Solutions for a Leukemia Patient
Chloe understands how quickly life can change sometimes. Not that long ago, she’d wake up early each day to go walking…
What is an Explanation of Benefits and How Does it Help?
Your health care benefits help you pay for the cost of any services you and your family receive. But do you ever wonder…
The Rise of Employee Self-Service Portals
Today’s world has become one of instant information and two-day delivery. We want everything quickly and conveniently…
Bringing an Ill Traveler Safely Home
The thought of coming down with something while away from home has undoubtedly crossed the mind of any traveler…
Saying “Yes” to Being Nicotine Free
Many of the day-to-day rituals we form can be difficult to break. But some have a bigger impact…
Preparing for This Year’s Open Enrollment
Fall means open enrollment for many health plans is soon approaching. Some people start to stress…
Meritain Health Podcast: Financial Advantages to Alternate Solutions
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Expanded Mental Health Support for Meritain Health Members
If you ask around, you just may find that most people you know are stressed out on some level.
What is Precertification and Why Do I Need It?
When your doctor orders health care services, it helps to have someone else on your side to make sure…
The Importance of Good Financial Wellness
When you can effectively manage your income and expenses, you’re achieving a state of financial wellness.
All About Spending Accounts: HRAs, FSAs and HSAs
Your health care benefits are provided by your employer to help you and your family stay well…
Why Preventive Care is Important for All
Keeping yourself healthy can sometimes feel like a juggling act. This can be especially true as we begin to age. If you’re like…
Success Story: Working together for a hemophilia patient
Trevor knows good teamwork when he sees it. This is partly due to his profession—he’s a physical education teacher…
Meritain Health Podcast: Captives solutions
Our In The Booth podcast series is produced to provide you with valuable insights and fresh health care industry perspectives…
Why to Consider a Captive Insurance Arrangement
If you’re familiar with self-funded health care benefits, you already understand the advantages they offer. Self-funding is…
Why You Should Start Open Enrollment Early for 2022 Benefits
Our country is slowly emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic. Many found themselves unemployed, and those…
Practice Mindfulness: Celebrate the “In-Between” Moments
Life is made up of a series of events. You know: the stuff that captures our attention. These might be…
Success Story: Cost Savings to the Rescue
When he thinks back, Brandon can still hear the sounds of screeching tires and headlights breaking.
Healthy Snacks That Boost Your Brain Power
Food is fuel for your brain. In fact, your brain consumes roughly 20 percent* of your body’s calories, so it’s not a coincidence that…
Meritain Health Podcast: Self-funding
Our In The Booth podcast series is produced to provide you with valuable insights and fresh health care industry perspectives…
Wellness and health benefits of music
You may have heard the old saying “laughter is the best medicine.” But a new trend in wellness…
Success Story: Relief for a Member with Crohn’s
Living with Crohn’s Disease isn’t easy. Kristen has been discovering this for herself lately. For about a year now…
How to make healthy, home-cooked meals
Enjoying healthy home-cooked meals shouldn’t be a flash in the pan. With restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic…
Reduce Food Waste: Use More of What You Buy
Food waste is a big problem in the United States. On average, Americans waste 40 percent of their food every day.
Sleep Care as Self-Care: Why is Sleep So Important?
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected us all in many ways. At its peak, worries about COVID-19 kept many…
Success Story: Compassion and Experience Add to Savings
Sofia has a condition she doesn’t talk too much about. She suffers from a rare bleeding disorder, and…
Success Story: Savings on Epilepsy Treatment
Greyson watches his budget very carefully. He has epilepsy and is no stranger to how expensive medications can be…
Reducing Seasonal Allergies: What Helps Alleviate Allergies Fast
After making it through some colder months, seeing your backyard flowers peeking out of the ground…
Working from Home: Tips for Success
During the past year, we’ve probably all been spending at least a little time working from home.
What You Need to Know About Diabetes
Diabetes is a long-term illness that has a big impact on your health. And six percent of Americans have it.
Meritain Health Podcast: Emotional and Physical Health
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Meritain Health Podcast: The Importance of Mentorship
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Meritain Health Podcast: Women Supporting Women
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Success Story: A Little Support Goes a Long Way
Roger lives with his wife in a rural part of the country. Though it’s a drive to go to the store or visit the doctor…
Success Story: Life-Changing Support at a Critical Moment
Briana was usually a happy kid, but lately she had been struggling. Life as a pre-teen was overwhelming…
Success Story: Understanding Care Makes All the Difference
Olivia has her share of ups and downs. She has a lot to be happy about, but she’s been struggling with her health…
Success Story: Major Savings on a Life-Sustaining Medication
Ryan‘s job keeps him very busy. He works in a warehouse, and he’s on his feet most of the day….
Special Report: Supporting Clients During COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has challenged the way the world operates. Amidst shutdowns, changing regulations and more, employers…
Meritain Health Negotiates Remarkable Drug Savings
Meritain Health® provides the consultative services and support our clients need to address and lower employee health plan…
Success Story: Turning the Page to a Happier Tomorrow
Belinda knew she could call her Aetna Resources For Living counselor whenever she was feeling down. Belinda was tired…
Success Story: Resources For Living Was There
Aetna Resources For Living was there to support Wendy when she needed it most. Emily was very busy! In her…
Living Healthy at Home with Virtual and Smart Fitness Devices
We all want to live healthy. Whether it’s through clean dieting, going for walks or runs, weight training, doing yoga…
Things to Look Forward to When the Weather Gets Colder
As the warm, sunny days draw to an end and the weather gets colder, some of us get into the…
Ways to Simplify Your Life: The Joy of Getting Back to Basics
Ringing in the new year often inspires us to make some changes and set up our goals for the year…
Stop the Hustle: How to Slow Down in Life
Our daily lives can get really busy, can’t they? It’s likely we each have lots of things we try to…
The Secret to a Fuller, More Satisfying Life
Wouldn’t it be nice to fully experience every moment instead of just living on autopilot? To observe little details and…
Meritain Health Podcast: COVID-19 Vaccine
Our In The Booth podcast series is produced to provide you with valuable insights and fresh health care industry perspectives…
Self-Care: It’s Not Just About Treating Yourself to Cookies
What is self care and why is self care important? When you hear somebody talk about self-care, you might think…
Success Story: Top Patient Care Saves a Life
“We’re sorry to inform you, your son has been shot.” This is a call no mother wants to receive. But…
Success Story: Everybody Needs a Little Time Away
Tracey just needed a break. Lately, she felt like she was constantly on edge. She suffered from lupus, and was…
Meritain Health Podcast: Cost Avoidance and Prevention
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Success Story: Living a Life Without Fear
Keith needed to keep his seizures from running his life. They had recently gotten worse, and his doctor prescribed a…
How to Reduce Stress Once and For All
“How are you?” This is a question we hear all the time. Most of us simply say, “Fine, how are…
Success Story: A Strong and Stable Future
Meredith was happy just to stand. This simple movement that seemed so unremarkable for many was a huge accomplishment for…
Having a Hobby is Good for You: Here’s Why
Have you found yourself with some extra time on your hands lately? The COVID-19 pandemic and the need to stay…
Meritain Health Podcast: Payment Integrity
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Meritain Health Podcast: Actionable Data
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Delicious and Easy Ways to Eat More Healthy Foods
Are you finding it tricky to get in your recommended servings of fruits and vegetables? You know good eating is…
Meritain Health Podcast: Access to Care
Our In The Booth podcast series is produced to provide you with valuable insights and fresh health care industry perspectives…
10 Easy Ways to Feel Happier in the Next 10 Minutes
If you’ve been feeling a little down lately, you’re not alone. The COVID-19 pandemic has required many lifestyle changes, like…
Success Story: Medical Support During a Health Care Crisis
COVID-19 has presented a difficult situation for people in need of medical care. State by state and business by business…
Meritain Health Podcast: Pharmacy Solutions
Our In The Booth podcast series is produced to provide you with valuable insights and fresh health care industry perspectives…
Meritain Health Podcast: COVID-19 and Pharmacy
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Meritain Health Podcast: COVID-19 and Stop Loss
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Meritain Health Podcast: Response to COVID-19
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Meritain Health Podcast: Health Imagination & Transformation
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Meritain Health Podcast: Regenexx
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Meritain Health Podcast: Healthcare Bluebook SmartSelect
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Health Imagination and Transformation
Medical technology is evolving every day. New products and services are continuously available to impact health…
Success Story: Pricing Negotiation Offers Peace of Mind
“I don’t know how we’re going to get through this.” Hector and his wife, Maria, are in their twenties with…
Pricing and Quality Transparency: How to Shop for Health Care
Comparison shopping is what we do as consumers. We carefully weigh our options when spending money…
