Ruthie Dean

Defined Contribution Benefits & Healthcare

How does a Private Exchange save employers money?

By Ruthie Dean on September 25, 2014

Comparing the old group health plan approach to a Private Exchange As many employers are gearing up to make big healthcare decisions this fall and ...

Benefits & Healthcare

Do copays count toward the out-of-pocket maximum? The deductible?

By Ruthie Dean on August 18, 2014

What you need to know about reform and copay-based health plans With all the noise about healthcare reform, many have missed the fine print that...

Why are some hospitals out of your network?

By Ruthie Dean on August 11, 2014

Understanding insurance networks

Need healthcare, but don't have a social security number?

By Ruthie Dean on July 21, 2014

Investigating your options

Benefits & Healthcare

4 signs a short-term health plan is right for you

By Ruthie Dean on June 25, 2014

Protect yourself from unnecessary risk As the name implies, short term medical coverage lasts for a limited period of time. This type of coverage...

Maternity Benefits & Healthcare

Study finds driving while pregnant is risky

By Ruthie Dean on May 20, 2014

2nd trimester is the riskiest Pregnancy comes with a lot of precautions. Women are told to avoid certain activities and certain foods; drink a lot...

Maternity Benefits & Healthcare

What hospitals don't want you to know about C-sections

By Ruthie Dean on May 18, 2014

Educating expecting moms As an expecting mom, you probably are overwhelmed with all of the upcoming changes. One aspect of pregnancy you may not be...