90 percent of our nation’s 3.8 trillion in healthcare expenditures are for people with chronic and mental health conditions, according to a report by the Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. For example, the article points out more than 868,000 Americans die of heart disease or stroke every year—that’s one-third of all deaths. The top chronic diseases noted …
Employers and Healthcare Costs
Benefit packages are an important part of attracting and retaining top talent – and health insurance is a prime part of a robust benefits program. With healthcare costs on the rise, finding ways to meet employees needs, yet not allow expenses to spiral out of control, is a challenge. Healthcare costs are on the rise Employers understand the importance of …
