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Empowering Plans: P63 - Touchdown!

On January 25, 2019
How payers, providers, and those of us who serve them, can work together as a team and achieve a winning plan for the future of healthcare. In this episode, Adam, Ron and Brady, talk about how providers – like plan sponsors – are concerned with the state of things and want to identify what’s wrong, what’s right, and how we can collaborate on a new approach that works for us all, as members of a single industry – healthcare.

Not An Enemy

On January 23, 2019
The Phia Group explains how the insurance providers are not always your enemy and the hospitals' role in health coverage pricing. Click to read more.

The Government Shutdown's Impact on the Texas v. U.S. Case

On January 16, 2019
The Phia Group shares their expert opinion on how the government shutdown's impact on the Texas v. U.S. Case. Click to read more!

Empowering Plans: P62 - Obamacare is Still the Law, Right?

On January 10, 2019
Ron and Brady dissect the Texas decision that challenges the legality of the ACA, what it actually means, and what is next – as well as what you could (should?) be doing now.

Faces of Phia: Episode 4 – Dishing with Delaney

On January 7, 2019
Take a moment to meet Katie Delaney, Phia's Senior Training & Development Specialist who has been with the company since 2007. Responsible for training employees, you can thank Katie anytime a team member succeeds. Really? Listen to learn how we got to this point!

What to Expect in 2019 – Part 2

On December 12, 2018
To build on last month’s webinar (Part 1), join The Phia Group’s legal team for an hour on December 12, 2018, as they present the second part of this two-part series on What to Expect in 2019. Touching on topics such as appeals, stop-loss trends, reference-based pricing, and much more, this webinar will highlight current industry happenings and our predictions to help you look forward to the coming year. Just like last month: miss this one, and you’ll be left behind.

Faces of Phia: Episode 3 – Flying High with Judy

On November 29, 2018
In this episode, Ron and Adam sit down with Judith McNeil. Judith is the most recent winner of our “Employee of the Quarter” award, as well as our second Face of Phia. Judith’s story goes from inspiring to hilarious, and is one you certainly won’t want to miss. Expect to see things differently by the time you’re done with this episode.

Empowering Plans: P60 - Politics With Brady

On November 20, 2018
This Podcast is HUUUUGE – Brady and Ron will dig deep, analyze the recent election results, and determine how they will impact the health benefits and health care industries. Bottom line? If you listen to this episode, you will definitely impress everyone at the Thanksgiving dinner table. You’re Welcome.

Empowering Plans: P59 - Talkin’ with TPAC

On November 16, 2018
In this “Partners in Empowerment” episode, Ron and Brady enjoy chatting with Michael Meloch, President of TPAC Underwriters and valued member of The Phia Group’s own advisory board. Michael isn’t shy when it comes to diagnosing the issues, boiling healthcare cost containment down to simple basics we can all appreciate, and telling it like it is. His employer based perspective and focus on the bottom line (a/k/a “risk”) is as refreshing as it is informative. Don’t miss this one!

Faces of Phia: Episode 2 – Not Your “Norma-l” Employee

On November 16, 2018
In today’s episode, our hosts chat with Norma Phillips… our first official “Face of Phia;” (sorry Matt). Norma explains what makes her different (and special) as well as what makes The Phia Group so unique. From Friday night films, to saving the American workers’ job… Norma and the team touch all the bases.

Healthcare on the Ballot, and a Free Side of Fries

On November 5, 2018
Phia Group takes a step back and takes a deeper look of healthcare and political promises. Learn how these pledges affect your insurance expense.

Faces of Phia: Episode 1 – A Chat With Matt

On October 24, 2018
In this episode we sit down with The Phia Group’s Marketing & Accounts Manager, Matthew Painten. Matt tells about how his time with the organization has changed him, and educated him regarding healthcare and what everyone can do to reduce their expense. Matt will give us insight into his transformation as well as how he accomplishes his work for the betterment of all.

HHS Proposes Drug Transparency Rules for TV Advertisements

On October 17, 2018
Drug transparency rules have been proposed for TV advertisements. Find out more about these potential industry-changing regulations, today!

Empowering Plans: P56 - 2019 - Fly Ball or Home Run?

On October 15, 2018
In this episode, Ron and Adam discuss the many issues, changes and challenges 2018 has lined up for 2019, and how the outcomes we witness in 2019 are certain to change everything by 2020. Tune in, or suffer the consequences!

CMS Requires Hospitals to Post Standard Charges Online

On August 9, 2018
Price transparency has never really been synonymous with health care. Click here to see how CMS's is attempting to address this on-going healthcare issue.