EP 536 Ethics As The Competitive Edge - With Adam Russo, JD
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EP 536 Ethics As The Competitive Edge - With Adam Russo, JD

32:35 Mar 17, 2026
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We dig into who truly makes claim decisions in self-funded plans and why that matters when ethics and compliance collide. Adam Russo shares how fiduciary prudence, transparent compensation, and NSA arbitration are reshaping risk, trust, and costs.• plan sponsors as final decision makers on claims• plan documents lagging laws and mandates• compliance versus ethics as distinct obligations• transparent compensation, performance fees, and caps• fiduciary prudence in subrogation and settlements• NSA and IDR process failures driving higher spend• negotiation strategy, data, and calibrated offers• governance, documentation, and audit-ready processesFor more information or to schedule a demo of Benepower, go to BenePower.comThis episode is sponsored by Benepower, the platform of choice for a modern benefits experience. Benepower is an AI-powered benefits platform offering access to top products and services, enabling consultants and employers to create customized plans, optimize usage, and measure effectiveness. www.benepower.com
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