Benefits Think

Commentary: Measuring the value of an employer’s investment in an onsite clinic is hard, but not impossible. Analyses should focus on three primary areas, say Verisk Health’s Sam Stearns and Jon Edwards.

Commentary: How a “go-to-them” strategy can improve plan outcomes.

Commentary: Limiting thinking to what we already know only allows us to do what we already know.

Commentary: Generalizing about wellness program results isn’t very illuminating. Outcomes vary widely depending on the context in which they are being implemented. It’s also critical to understand exactly what – and how – programs are actually being measured.

Commentary: The post-open enrollment, New Year season provides a great opportunity to evaluate what went right and what could go better before the next effective date rolls around.

Commentary: If employers want to ensure an engaged and retained workforce, it’s time they started planning their 2016 budget with these key trends in mind.

Commentary: Without it, your clients might be missing the full picture of what really is impacting their employees’ overall health and productivity.

Commentary: Voluntary benefits have transitioned in recent years from being “something extra” to becoming a mainstay in the employee benefits package. Elizabeth Halkos predicts employers will see widespread customization of voluntary benefits in 2016.

Commentary: The ACA isn’t perfect, but what preceded it was far worse. Let’s get to work on making position changes to address the system’s real flaws, says adviser David C. Smith.

Commentary: With final ADA and GINA wellness program regulations expected this year from the EEOC, 2016 looks to be an important year for regulation of these programs.