The Cost of Drugs

Independent Disputes, Resolved

Here's the New York Times article Karen mentioned: A $440,000 Breast Reduction: How Doctors Cashed In on the No Surprises Act and Arbitration - The New York Times [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/22/us/politics/doctors-insurers-arbitration.html] And here's an article from us last year about hidden medical costs: As Health Spend Soars, Employers Should Beware of Hidden Cost Threats [https://www.aon.com/en/insights/articles/hidden-cost-threats-in-health-spend]   DISCLAIMER: The Bar on Healthcare is an Aon podcast. Aon is not engaged in the practice of law.  The information in this podcast is not intended as and should not be considered legal advice. Please consult your own legal counsel to obtain such advice.

New Fertility Benefits

Welcome back to the Bar! The administration has rolled out a proposed new regulation on standalone fertility benefits. Kerri and Ed break down what this new proposal does — and doesn’t — mean. How will these new benefits differ from current family-building benefits? And what should employers keep in mind when considering offering these benefits. And in Last Call, Kerri has recommendations for your TV viewing pleasure. DISCLAIMER: The Bar on Healthcare is an Aon podcast. Aon is not engaged in the practice of law.  The information in this podcast is not intended as and should not be considered legal advice. Please consult your own legal counsel to obtain such advice.

Fiduciary Litigation and New CPT Codes

Welcome back to the Bar! A handful of court cases both new and old are on the menu this month. Ed and Kerri break down the latest developments in the fiduciary lawsuits brought against employers’ medical and prescription drug benefit plans. Also, Kerri discusses the news that the AMA has updated its CPT codes around pregnancy and birth. And in Last Call, Ed salutes his Illinois Fighting Illini and Kerri’s UConn men’s basketball team. DISCLAIMER: The Bar on Healthcare is an Aon podcast. Aon is not engaged in the practice of law.  The information in this podcast is not intended as and should not be considered legal advice. Please consult your own legal counsel to obtain such advice.

A New View on Transparency

Welcome back to the Bar! Congress and the Department of Labor were at it again, with the latter releasing new proposed regulations on transparency for PBMs and the former passing legislation on similar topics a few days later. Kerri and Ed discuss what’s in the law, what’s in the regulations, and what comes next. And in Last Call, Kerri celebrates last weekend's Academy Awards with an amazing stat about one of this year’s nominees. DISCLAIMER: The Bar on Healthcare is an Aon podcast. Aon is not engaged in the practice of law.  The information in this podcast is not intended as and should not be considered legal advice. Please consult your own legal counsel to obtain such advice.

New Year, New Guidance

Happy New Year from the Bar! Usually, we’re pouring your favorite beverage, but now we’re also poring over new guidance around provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill related to telehealth in high-deductible health plans, direct primary care arrangements, and onsite clinics. We also have an update on some fiduciary litigation. And in Last Call, Ed channels his inner Frodo and salutes the 25th anniversary of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. DISCLAIMER: The Bar on Healthcare is an Aon podcast. Aon is not engaged in the practice of law.  The information in this podcast is not intended as and should not be considered legal advice. Please consult your own legal counsel to obtain such advice.