Quote of the day
“I think they are deceptive. I think they should be prohibited.”
U.S. Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., regarding so-called “skinny” insurance plans
Virginia legislator calls for insurance that stays with workers as they move through jobs
U.S. Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., yesterday addressed Roanoke-area health care, community and business leaders about fixing the Affordable Care Act, reining in escalating drug prices and halting surprise billing, but also suggested a benefits system that attaches to a person, rather than a job. Roanoke Times
Musculoskeletal surgery preparation platform lands $6.5M in funding
PeerWell, maker of an app that helps patients prepare for and recover from surgery, has raised $6.5 million in Series A funding. The money will be put towards launching the company’s new compensation surgery optimization platform. The new tool was designed to help reduce cost and improve patient outcomes. mobihealthnews
‘Why employees are an entrepreneur’s best investment’
Employee morale is a major factor in long-term success. It affects not only how your employees engage with each other, but also how motivated they are to achieve your objectives and how inclined they are to pursue a long-term career with your company. Supporting employees with comprehensive health benefits and/or a health program can mean fewer sick days, higher energy and focus at work and greater overall productivity. Entrepreneur
Everything solar contractors need to know about workers’ comp
Solar contractors face liabilities every day that could result in injury. You might lift too many modules at once and face a back injury. You might lose your balance and take a tumble off the roof you’re working on. You could injure your finger while securing the mounting. Solar Power World