Industry Insights

Sharing Insights on Employee Benefits to Help You Stay Current in Our Industry.

Fully Insured vs. Self-Funded

Fully Insured vs. Self-Funded

by Katie Mercurio October 26, 2023 While it's true that most self-funded health plans have over 200 employees, there are more creative self-funded plan options for smaller groups, including groups that have fewer than 10 employees. In fact, we have...

Navigating the Healthcare System

Navigating the Healthcare System

by Kari Hoback October 12, 2023 Navigating the healthcare system can be confusing and time-consuming for employees and their families.  Member advocacy programs help people make better decisions about their care by combining proactive guidance, a...

The Watko Way – Teamwork

The Watko Way – Teamwork

by Jessica Hawkins October 5, 2023 I would like to take the opportunity to thank our team at Watko for doing such a wonderful job supporting our customers while I was away on maternity leave.  The team we have here at Watko never ceases to amaze...

Controlling Increased Pharmacy Spend

Controlling Increased Pharmacy Spend

by Katie Mercurio September 6, 2023 Every company is concerned about increasing costs across their business. Providing competitive benefits plans becomes more complicated as health costs increase. Many companies are spending as much as 50 percent...