Heidi A. Lawson

Mar 4, 2024 | mondaq.com | Heidi A. Lawson |Faye Wang |Sarah Hopkins

In the constantly changing health insurance landscape, level-funded health plans are steadily gaining ground as a viable middle approach between fully insured health plan and self-funded health plans—arguably offering businesses a more flexible and cost-effective solution when it comes to employee health insurance. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, the percentage of small employers have level-funded health plans increased from 13% in 20201 to ~40% in 20232.

Feb 23, 2024 | jdsupra.com | Sarah Hopkins |Heidi A. Lawson |Faye Wang

In the constantly changing health insurance landscape, level-funded health plans are steadily gaining ground as a viable middle approach between fully insured health plan and self-funded health plans—arguably offering businesses a more flexible and cost-effective solution when it comes to employee health insurance. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, the percentage of small employers have level-funded health plans increased from 13% in 2020[1] to ~40% in 2023[2].

Feb 22, 2024 | lexology.com | Heidi A. Lawson |Faye Wang |Sarah Hopkins

In the constantly changing health insurance landscape, level-funded health plans are steadily gaining ground as a viable middle approach between fully insured health plan and self-funded health plans—arguably offering businesses a more flexible and cost-effective solution when it comes to employee health insurance. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, the percentage of small employers have level-funded health plans increased from 13% in 2020[1] to ~40% in 2023[2].

Dec 8, 2023 | mondaq.com | Heidi A. Lawson |Sarah Hopkins |Faye Wang

In December 2023, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) adopted the Model Bulletin on the use of Artificial Intelligence Systems by Insurers. The Model Bulletin urges insurers to mitigate AI-related risks, such as discrimination, data vulnerability and lack of transparency. This guidance aims to ensure responsible AI usage and prevent adverse consumer outcomes in the industry.

Dec 6, 2023 | jdsupra.com | Sarah Hopkins |Heidi A. Lawson |Faye Wang

In December 2023, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) adopted the Model Bulletin on the use of Artificial Intelligence Systems by Insurers. The Model Bulletin urges insurers to mitigate AI-related risks, such as discrimination, data vulnerability and lack of transparency. This guidance aims to ensure responsible AI usage and prevent adverse consumer outcomes in the industry.