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Catch Up On the Latest in Fiduciary Compliance Through Payment Integrity



ClaimInformatics Appoints Michael Riemer as Chief Operating Officer
Michael Riemer has been appointed Chief Operating Officer at ClaimInformatics, following a ten-month engagement that delivered nearly $1M in annual cost reductions, a redesigned claim review engine, generative AI deployment, and the launch of CLEAR™.
May 53 min read


The Regulatory Pattern That Forced 30% of Broker-Dealers Out—And Why Benefits Brokers Should Pay Attention
Between 2010 and 2024, the number of registered broker-dealers dropped by 30%. The same regulatory pattern is now coming for benefits brokers — and the early-adopter advantage is real.
May 53 min read


Meet Us in Texas: Stephen Carrabba Is Bringing the Fiduciary Conversation to Tyler May 8th
Our CEO, Stephen Carrabba, will be on stage at the NABIP Texas Annual Symposium in Tyler (May 8). Fiduciary accountability in self-funded health plans is no longer theoretical.
May 53 min read


Schlichter Targets Voluntary Benefits: The Next Wave of ERISA Litigation Has Arrived
On December 23, 2025, Schlichter Bogard LLC filed lawsuits against major employers and their consultants, alleging workers paid premiums up to 600% above market rates for voluntary benefits.
May 53 min read


ClaimInformatics CEO Stephen Carrabba to Speak on AI and Claims Data at SIIA Price Transparency Forum
Self-funded plans have more claims data than ever — but can they actually use it? Our CEO, Stephen Carrabba, joins a panel of industry leaders at the 2026 SIIA Healthcare Price Transparency Forum.
May 52 min read


Healthcare in Harmony – Fiduciary Compliance Through Payment Integrity
That's not a scare tactic. That's the reality of ERISA fiduciary liability for self-funded health plan sponsors — and it's exactly what Stephen Carrabba laid out at a recent industry event.
May 51 min read


Are Your TPAs Meeting Fiduciary Standards? A Compliance Checklist
Courts have made it clear that fiduciaries cannot outsource their responsibility. If your TPA mismanages claims, hides fees, or engages in conflicted practices, liability ultimately rests with you. That’s why sponsors must hold TPAs accountable and document oversight.
Feb 112 min read


The Hidden Costs of Cross-Plan Offsetting for Self-Funded Plans
Cross-plan offsetting costs self-funded plans millions in hidden fees. Learn how bulk recovery practices create fiduciary risks and what sponsors can do.
Dec 18, 20253 min read


ERISA vs PHSA: Key Differences in Health Plan Compliance and Fiduciary Duties
The 1944 Public Health Service Act covers publicly sponsored health plans by public entities and the federal government. ERISA vs PHSA Health Plan Compliance ERISA vs PHSA health plan compliance is one of the most common—and most misunderstood—regulatory challenges facing today’s employer-sponsored health plans. Whether you manage benefits for a private employer with a large workforce or a public entity such as a university serving thousands of students and staff, federal re
Dec 17, 20256 min read
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The Fascinating Story of Billions of Dollars Going Missing When the Back Office Pays Health Care Bills
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Reconstructing Healthcare: Innovative Solutions For Employers To Lower Their Healthcare Costs
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Inside Big Health Insurers' Side Hustle
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