Think You’re in Control of Your Health Plan? Think Again.

Many “self-funded” employers are still stuck in carrier-controlled models—paying inflated claims with no real visibility. This guide shows you how to fix that.

Being self-funded should mean control, leverage, and the ability to steer your plan. But if you’re still with a big-name ASO like Meritain or UMR, you’re likely overpaying for claims and stuck playing by their rules.

This guide reveals the strategies that real self-funded employers are using to break free from carrier-influenced models and start operating like true plan sponsors.

Inside, you’ll get 20 proven tactics—from vendor swaps to plan design upgrades—that can help you lower claims, improve outcomes, and build a future-proof benefits strategy.

Inside the Guide:

✅ How to spot if you’re actually self-funded—or just think you are
✅ The top 5 vendors that drive hidden costs in your plan
✅ 20 battle-tested cost containment strategies (with tips & pro insights)
✅ How to combine RBP, DPC, and specialty sourcing for maximum savings
✅ What top-performing employers are doing right now to stay ahead

Built for Employers Who:

• Are self-funded but feel stuck or misled

• Want to cut claims without harming benefits

• Are looking for smart, proven strategies—not buzzwords

Download the Guide & Start Operating Like a Pro

No sales pitch. Just practical strategies trusted by employers who’ve taken control and cut costs—without cutting corners.