Kathryn Moody HRDive | August 18, 2016 Overall cost increases of healthcare benefits will hold steady at 6%, the National Business Group on Health announced—but increases that are held in place are, alas, still increases. Sustainability of healthcare may be under threat, and if prices continue to rise at current rates, it could put serious […]
Marcia Otto Institute for HealthCare Consumerism | August 18, 2016 The adoption of consumer-driven, high-deductible health plans continues to surge. According to a survey from Aon Hewitt, 64 percent of employers reported offering consumer-driven health plans in 2015, but another 23 percent note they intend to add them in the future. As employees take on […]
Award-winning programs and materials help members take charge of their health Plymouth Meeting, PA, July 6, 2016 — Health Advocate, the nation’s leading healthcare advocacy and assistance company and a subsidiary of West Corporation, has recently earned recognition from a number of industry awards programs. Each of these awards acknowledges Health Advocate’s ongoing commitment to […]
Employee Assistance expert Bert Alicea to share how employers can protect employees and organizations Plymouth Meeting, PA, June 6, 2016 — Health Advocate, the nation’s leading healthcare advocacy and assistance company and a subsidiary of West Corporation, today announced that Bert Alicea, M.A., CEAP, Executive Vice President of EAP+Work/Life Services at Health Advocate, will present […]
Can’t afford therapy? Consider group therapy, telecounseling and other alternatives. Susan Johnston Taylor | U.S. News & World Report When you’re in an emotional crisis, the last thing you need is to worry about a bill from a therapist or counselor. The good news is that seeking help for mental health issues isn’t as taboo as […]
Genevieve Douglas | Bloomberg BNA Human Resources Report Employee wellness programs don’t have to be complex to be effective, and they are proven to help the company bottom line, according to a new report from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “I think that the business case for wellness programs has been settled. If you look back […]
PM360 We have all heard the numbers. Medication nonadherence can cost the healthcare industry billions of dollars ($337 billion in 2013 to be exact, according to Express Scripts). The pharmaceutical industry also loses—$188 billion annually, according to a 2012 Capgemini report. And often the patient loses. Studies have shown that poor adherence: Results in 33% […]
Agreement combines accessible clinical expertise with best-in-class support, improving health outcomes while avoiding expense of travel Plymouth Meeting, PA, April 13, 2016 — Health Advocate, the nation’s leading healthcare advocacy and assistance company and a subsidiary of West Corporation, today announced a new agreement with Cleveland Clinic, rated one of the nation’s top five hospitals […]