The world of healthcare from our point of view.
Managing chronic conditions costs the U.S. an astounding 90% of its $4.5 trillion annual healthcare expenditure, and employers feel the sting, not just in their increasing healthcare spending, but also in hidden costs like absenteeism and lower productivity. However, an unsung hero of condition and care management can offer employees and their families accessible support […]
In today’s constantly changing healthcare landscape, the definition of “traditional care” has shifted. Mental illness affected more than 1 in 5 U.S. adults in 2021, yet only 47.2% of U.S. adults with mental illness received any kind of treatment. The need for a more dynamic approach to whole-person health that merges behavioral health with primary […]
For a busy wellness center serving employees and their families, it’s crucial to keep schedules on track and ensure members and providers enjoy a seamless, efficient, and satisfying experience. At the forefront of this mission are health center managers (HCMs), who play a crucial role in orchestrating the day-to-day operations of onsite and nearsite health […]
The public health crisis of obesity in the United States becomes more alarming with each passing year; According to the CDC, as of 2022, all 50 states have an obesity prevalence of over 20%, with nearly half (22 states) being 35% or greater. The truth is, despite all the newly developed medications, advancements in medical […]
Mental health is critical to your overall health. Employers are taking note – and taking action. Juli Galloway, vice president of global benefits for AT&T, recently joined Beth Ratliff, chief operating officer at Premise Health, to discuss the role of employers in helping their employees get the mental care they need. Juli and Beth’s conversation […]
In Healthcare Costs: Bending the Curve Through Primary Care — part of our How Health Happens series — Jeffrey Hogan, President of Upside Health Advisors, joined Premise Health’s Derek Brochu, executive vice president of growth & development, to discuss the challenges CFOs and their benefits teams are facing, including rising costs, new legal realities, and […]