Wellness

The Congressional Budget Office’s assessment that 7 million fewer Americans will have health coverage at work by 2027 ignores other opportunities proposed by the GOP, says CIAB’s Joel Wood.

Companies need to get employees moving in order to improve health, focus and productivity.

Investing dollars in improved care management programs, well-being initiatives and plan-design modernizations won’t produce full ROI unless the employee contribution methodology is sound.

More than enough Senate Republicans oppose the House bill to kill it — with rival camps insisting on pulling the bill in opposite directions to meet their demands.

When a valued worker takes a sick day or three, the impact on the workplace is greater than the cost of the office visit.

In the sedentary office environment, companies must find ways to motivate workers to be more active, including walking meetings, team sports and health workshops.

Monthly income and spending bounce around more than many people realize — or are prepared for.

When a valued employee takes a sick day or three, the impact on the workplace is greater than the cost of the office visit.

Benefit executives can offer HSA contributions and other services to help workers care for their aging, ailing parents.

These mark-ups are just the starting point in a process where the House and Senate will each weigh in. We may also see additional proposals from the Trump administration before any new legislation is in final form.