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HDHPs can cover more preventive services

Business Management Daily

IRS: Due to cost barriers, employees who’ve been diagnosed with certain chronic conditions forgo care, which, in turn, only exacerbates their medical conditions. Employees with HDHPs more engaged in their care. Ask questions about coverage for specific medications. in 2007 to 46% in 2018. 2019-25, IRB 2019-22 ).

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Why “high deductible” shouldn’t be treated like a dirty word

Benefit Resource Inc.

According to a recent article from SHRM covering research from the Employees Benefit Research Institute (EBRI), enrollment in an HDHP promotes more conscious health care purchase decisions. For example, 55% of employees enrolled in an HDHP checked whether their health plan would cover their care or medication.