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Breaking Benefits: The Masterclass
Breaking Benefits – The Masterclass is an advanced workshop designed for benefits professionals seeking to revolutionize their approach to healthcare and cost management. Led by industry disruptor David Contorno.
$499 for the complete 6-week virtual course.
Breaking Benefits: The Masterclass

Understanding Advanced Self-Funding
- Understand the financial mechanics of self-funded health plans.
- Identify key drivers of plan performance and risk mitigation.
- Learn to leverage data analytics for predictive cost management.
- Explore compliance considerations and regulatory impacts.

Advanced Stop Loss Strategies
- Differentiate between various stop-loss contract structures and their implications.
- Learn how to optimize stop-loss coverage to balance cost and risk.
- Develop strategies to negotiate better terms and improve underwriting outcomes.
- Assess market trends and their impact on stop-loss pricing and renewals.

Cost Containment Methodologies
- Explore innovative cost-saving strategies in healthcare benefits.
- Analyze the role of reference-based pricing, direct contracting, and value-based care.
- Understand the impact of transparency and fiduciary responsibility on cost control.
- Implement proactive measures to drive long-term cost reductions.

Pharmacy Benefit Management
- Decode the complexities of PBM contracts and pricing models.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved access to medications.
- Learn the impact of formulary management and specialty drug strategies.
- Examine transparency solutions and alternative PBM approaches.

Healthcare Quality & Outcomes
- Measure and evaluate healthcare quality metrics in benefits programs.
- Align benefits design with improved health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Understand the role of centers of excellence and high-performance networks.
- Integrate wellness and disease management initiatives for long-term impact.

Co-Consulting Operations & Expectations
- Define the role of co-consulting and partnership dynamics in benefits consulting.
- Establish best practices for collaboration, communication, and shared success.
- Learn to navigate client expectations and deliver measurable value.
- Explore real-world case studies and lessons from industry leaders.
DAVID CONTORNO, CHVA
David Contorno is a nationally recognized thought leader and disruptor in the employee benefits industry.
As the founder of E Powered Benefits, he has revolutionized the way employers approach healthcare and cost containment.
With three decades of experience, David is known for his bold, transparent, and results-driven strategies that challenge the status quo.
His expertise in self-funding, pharmacy benefits, and direct contracting makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant, guiding organizations toward innovative, sustainable healthcare solutions.