Wellness

Plan sponsors need to improve employees' well-being by actively encouraging roll-ins.

Centennial State wellness coordinator Nate Sassano says digital personalization increases engagement and makes the program more meaningful to employees.

MedPut is aimed at low-income employees who may not be able to afford immediate healthcare costs associated with high-deductible health plans.

Wellness programs are key to helping employees change money behaviors that are negatively impacting their ability to save for retirement.

After selecting a health plan on an online marketplace, appreciation for the autonomy grows, according to a Liazon report.

With the continued emphasis on wellness, employers and health plans both must educate workers on online security and the dangers of identity theft.

Offering such benefits is a popular idea, but participation remains low among employees. One-on-one encouragement could turn that around, some advisers say.

Employers using new technologies can provide workers more engaging opportunities to help manage the chronic condition while bringing down healthcare costs.

Knowing how a health plan influences member behavior allows advisers and employers to be proactive in improving outcomes.

Employers must recognize that proper rest is vital for employees, especially in light of Sleep Awareness Week.