By: Nic Hayes
Navigating and managing the current benefits landscape is crucial for any employer. A holistic, effective benefits offering serves not only to attract, but also retain top talent. However, generating the optimal benefits package presents a significant challenge due to the volume of varying solutions and the unique needs of each plan. While many employers turn to Third-Party Administrators (TPAs) for their benefits administration, it is important that employers evaluate their performance to ensure that they are providing an optimized plan to their members. For Plan Stewards, an independent, privately-owned TPA, their mission is simple: ensure employers know how their claims dollars are spent all while receiving the the best, low-cost, care.
Introducing Plan Stewards
As stewards of the plan sponsor’s money, Plan Stewards actively directs the plan to optimization. Utilizing their over 150 years of combined experience in the self-funded benefits arena, Plan Stewards simplifies benefits management while empowering employers with personalized, cost-effective benefit plans tailored to their unique needs.
Additionally, as a steward, Plan Stewards is focused on transparency. This means that every fee billed to your plan is fully visible, giving you the clarity to navigate the complexities of health care benefits for your plan.
Holistic Plan Management
From start to finish, Plan Stewards has you covered ensuring that you benefits program is optimized and aligned with company objectives.
Starting with plan design and administration, Plan Stewards is able to create customized, client-focused solutions that prioritize patient navigation and adaptability. By leveraging direct contracts with local healthcare providers, Medical Bill Review, and Competitive PBM Contracts, Plan Stewards is able to reduce your healthcare costs while maintaining the access and quality care your members need.
Some of Plan Stewards Innovative point solutions include:
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Pre-pay/ Cash Pay Solutions: Members receive a virtual credit card for cash payments at doctor’s visits or outpatient surgeries. Pre-pay rates average 113% of Medicare—better than most pricing models, which is typically 140% of Medicare.
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Samaritan Fund: Case Study Example: When a baby needed costly care, we found an insurance solution through Samaritan Fund that relieved the group health plan of claims expenses. Result? A healthier plan and fixed costs in reinsurance. That’s real impact, where it counts.
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Direct Primary Care: Provided at no cost to members
In addition to plan design and administration, Plan Stewards also provides member support and advocacy services. Their WellVisors program delivers unmatched member advocacy, utilization review, and chronic condition management. Through their proactive support and personalized care, they are able to optimize health outcomes while controlling costs through the entire member journey.
The Plan Stewards Advantage
Through Plan Stewards’ transparent, client-focused approach, they are able to provide both employers and the plan with significant advantages.
"At Plan Stewards, our commitment to delivering unparalleled service sets us apart. We take pride in offering our clients the best experience in the industry, ensuring that every interaction is marked by excellence, innovation, and attention to detail. Our goal is not just to meet expectations, but to exceed them, creating lasting relationships built on trust and exceptional service."
COO, Plan Stewards
Plan Adaptability: Employers can grow their business confidently with solutions that effortlessly scale, providing consistent support and flexibility as workforce and needs evolve.
Compliance: With Plan Stewards’ compliance expertise, employers can remain ensured that their plan is always up-to-date and fully compliant.
Strong Partnerships: Plan Stewards’ deep relationships with partner solutions provides employers the benefit of a guide through the complexities of plan design, cost containment, implementation, and more.
Data Driven: Plan Stewards’ extensive data gives employers actionable reporting to protect their medical spend while also protecting members.
"Partnering with Plan Stewards means choosing a TPA that doesn’t just manage your claims—it enhances your entire business. Together, we can unlock efficiencies, boost profitability, and set a new standard for excellence in the industry.”
COO; Plan Stewards
See for yourself how Plan Stewards can optimize your health plan’s performance and ensure the well-being of your members.
We are proud to feature Plan Stewards on the Granite List.
