But now, residents from a new generation — healthier and intent on maintaining their lifestyles — are pushing for change. They are demanding spacious rooms, first-class health clubs, choices of restaurants, even wine at dinner — not permitted at some communities founded by religious organizations.

from: Philadelphia Enquirer

Out of 8 million enrollees in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program, only about 5 percent typically switch plans during the annual open season, according to Walton Francis of the Consumer’s Checkbook Guide to Health Plans for Federal Employees and Annuitants.

from: GovExec.com

The “consumer-driven” and “high-deductible” plans offer many employees substantial savings over the traditional insurance plans, said policy analyst Walton Francis, who tracks premium and benefit changes in the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program.

from: Washington Post