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Spotlight On Benefit Trends For 2007

Expect to see high-deductible health plans and health saving accounts to top the priority list of more employers in the new year, analysts at Watson Wyatt, a HR consulting firm, say.

Nearly one-third of large employers intend to offer an HDHP with a reimbursement account in 2007. Yet few companies plan to replace their current health plans with a HDHP. Meanwhile, experts predict the Internet will play an increasing role in helping patients make tough decisions about health care providers and spending.

Information provided by BenefitNews.com 1-4-07.

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