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The move to modernize prior authorization: What employers should know

By: Andy Halpert, MD, Senior Clinical Consultant, Mercer

Dr. Andy Halpert discusses the insurer pledge to improve prior authorization processes and offers key considerations for employers.
US health news

Plan coverage of GLP-1s for weight loss: Compliance considerations

By: Katharine Marshall, Principal, Mercer's Law & Policy Group

While there are ways to manage utilization and cost, and target access to members who may benefit most, they all come with compliance considerations – as does the decision to drop coverage entirely.
US health news

Governors play ace cards in recent legislative showdowns

By: Rich Glass, Principal, Mercer’s Law & Policy Group

Discover how governors wield their influence, from blocking bills to revising voter-approved laws, to shape policy outcomes across states.

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Employers: Don’t stay in the dark about HIV prevention

By: Tracy Watts, Senior Partner, National Leader for US Healthcare Policy

Employers can play a pivotal role in preventing the spread of HIV yet many business leaders aren’t aware of how effective testing and medication are at prevention.
US health news

Summer heat outlook: Four ways to protect employees

By: Tracy Watts, Senior Partner, National Leader for US Healthcare Policy

Thoughtful planning and communication strategies can go a long way toward providing support to workers during extreme heat and have a positive impact on worker health and productivity.
US health news

Extreme weather is impacting healthcare cost – what’s your risk?

By: Tracy Watts, Senior Partner, National Leader for US Healthcare Policy

With the increase in extreme weather events in the US that are causing significant property damage and supply chain disruptions, we began to wonder if climate is becoming yet another driver of healthcare cost increases.

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The Beneficial Workplace - Podcast

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Global Legislative Update, July/August 2025

By: Stephanie Rosseau, Principal, Mercer’s Law & Policy Group

The Global Legislative Update for July/August 2025 provides insights from Mercer consultants around the globe.
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Roundup: US employer resources on states’ recent equal pay laws

By: Stephanie Rosseau, Principal, Mercer’s Law & Policy Group

The federal Equal Pay Act of 1963 requires that men and women in the same workplace receive equal pay for equal work.
Law & Policy

Roundup: Global employer resources on minimum wage increases

By: Stephanie Rosseau, Principal, Mercer’s Law & Policy Group

To help multinational employers address the different minimum wage rates around the world, this roundup provides some information and links to resources from organizations, government websites, third-party resources and news articles.

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US Washington Update Webinar August 7

August 07, 2025 | 01:00 p.m. ET
Language: English

Join Mercer's August 7 Washington Update Briefing on employee health, fringe and retirement benefits.
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Stop Loss Coverage: High-cost claims are skyrocketing. Are you prepared?

August 13, 2025 | 12:00 p.m. ET
Language: English (United States)

High-cost claims are on the rise, with $1 million+ claimants now becoming the norm. This brings increased risk to employers, requiring greater scrutiny and management of stop loss contracts and carriers. Join our webinar as we review the current landscape and provide actionable solutions to ensure you are properly protected.
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August 27, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. ET
Language: English (United States)

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Employers: Don’t stay in the dark about HIV prevention

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The Beneficial Workplace - Podcast

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Global Legislative Update, July/August 2025

Roundup: US employer resources on states’ recent equal pay laws

Roundup: Global employer resources on minimum wage increases

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Stop Loss Coverage: High-cost claims are skyrocketing. Are you prepared?

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