Insights and Knowledge Base

Insights and Knowledge Base

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Why Dropping Full Cover in the USA Doesn’t Always Lower Your Premium as Much as You Think

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

What Employers Need to Know About Rebalancing Faculty and Expat Health Insurance Coverage It’s very common for international schools and ...

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The 30-Second Sit-to-Stand Test: A Simple, Inclusive Way to Support Staff Wellbeing

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

The 30-Second Sit-to-Stand Test: A Simple, Inclusive Way to Support Staff Wellbeing Not all wellbeing programs require big budgets or ...

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From A to Zero Deductibles: An International Employer’s Essential Guide to Health Insurance Terms

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OWC Customer Experience Team

This glossary is designed for international organisations who need clarity on health insurance terms, focusing on terms relevant to globally ...

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Why Adding a Deductible Could Be the Easiest (and Smartest) Way to Cut Your Health Insurance Costs

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

Why Adding a Deductible Could Be the Easiest (and Smartest) Way to Cut Your Health Insurance Costs With global medical ...

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The Hidden Cost of Neck and Back Pain: How Musculoskeletal Disorders Are Draining Your Budget

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

The Hidden Cost of Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Workplace – And What You Can Do About It How many people ...

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How the New Wave of Global Tariffs Could Push Up Health Insurance Premiums in Asia

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

How the New Wave of Global Tariffs Could Push Up Health Insurance Premiums in Asia As trade tensions intensify globally, ...

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What Global Employers Can Learn from Cigna’s 2025 International Health Study: Globally Mobile Edition

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

What Global Employers Can Learn from Cigna’s 2025 International Health Study: Globally Mobile Edition As international mobility continues to rise, ...

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Two-Year Rate Guarantees in Health Insurance: A Good Deal or a Risky Shortcut?

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

Two-Year Rate Guarantees in Health Insurance: A Good Deal or a Risky Shortcut? At face value, a two-year rate guaranteed ...

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Can Companies in Indonesia Buy Health Insurance Offshore?

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

Can Companies in Indonesia Buy Health Insurance Offshore? For international schools, NGOs, and businesses operating in Indonesia, health insurance for ...

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What Exactly Is Lloyd’s of London — And Why It Matters for Your Insurance Needs

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

What Exactly Is Lloyd’s of London — And Why It Matters for Your Insurance Needs When most people hear “Lloyd’s ...

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Navigating the Premium Curve: Predictable Increases vs. Responsive Pricing in Health Insurance

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

Navigating the Premium Curve: Predictable Increases vs. Responsive Pricing in Health Insurance A recent comment from one of our insurer ...

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Why Health Insurers Wait Until the Last Minute to Send You Renewal Pricing (And How We Help Companies Break the Cycle)

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

Why Health Insurers Wait Until the Last Minute to Send You Renewal Pricing (And How We Help Companies Break the ...

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How International Companies Can Brew a Culture of Well-Being

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

How International Companies Can Brew a Culture of Well-Being Weekend mornings offer a perfect moment to slow down and reflect ...

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Pacific Cross Announces 2025 Rate Adjustments: What It Means for Policyholders

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

Pacific Cross Announces 2025 Rate Adjustments: What It Means for Policyholders Pacific Cross has announced its 2025 premium rate adjustments, ...

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Why “Open Broker Bidding” Can Backfire for Employers When Quoting Staff Health Insurance

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

Why “Open Broker Bidding” Can Backfire for Employers When Quoting Staff Health Insurance At first glance, “open bidding” appears to ...

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How Much Should You Spend on an Annual Health Check-Up? Essential vs. Overpriced Tests

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

How Much Should You Spend on an Annual Health Check-Up? Essential vs. Overpriced Tests Annual health check-ups are a fundamental ...

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How Reinsurance Protects Large Employer Health Plans from Massive Premium Hikes

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

How Reinsurance Protects Large Employer Health Plans from Massive Premium Hikes For large employers offering high-end health insurance, annual renewals ...

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You’ve Got a Great Health Insurance Renewal Offer — But Your Budget Says Otherwise. Now What?

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

You’ve Got a Great Health Insurance Renewal Offer — But Your Budget Says Otherwise. Now What? For many organizations, securing ...

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Why Every International School Needs Directors & Officers (D&O) Liability Insurance

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

Why Every International School Needs Directors & Officers (D&O) Liability Insurance What is D&O Liability Insurance? Directors and Officers (D&O) ...

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How Much Does Group High-End Global Health Insurance Plan Really Cost for Expat Employees in Africa?

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Michael - Customer Experience Director

How Much Does Group High-End Global Health Insurance Plan Really Cost for Expat Employees in North Africa? Many international businesses, ...