Let’s face it: the traditional healthcare system doesn’t work. Rising medical costs and a shrinking provider workforce make it hard to see a doctor. In fact, nearly 1 in 3 Americans lack access to a primary care provider, according to a report from the National Association of Community Health Centers. This decrease in primary care […]
Let’s cut to the chase: your population health insights, such as claims data, can be one of the most valuable resources in the pursuit of better healthcare for your employees. It gives an accurate picture of where your people are getting care, what types of care they’re receiving, when they aren’t getting care, and how […]
In the world of workplace wellness, occupational health professionals are essential to maintaining a healthy, safe, and productive workforce. At Premise, two such experts, Debra Mayo, and Cindy Joffrion, exemplify this commitment. Debra, a corporate occupational health nurse for a pharmaceutical company in the Boston area, and Cindy, a group health center manager and family […]
Are your virtual healthcare benefits meeting your members’ needs? With 74% of physicians now working in practices that offer telehealth services—an increase of nearly threefold since 2018—chances are your people are likely seeking them out. Although the initial surge in telehealth was driven by pandemic necessity, the convenience and accessibility of virtual care continue to […]
Stories about hard-to-use healthcare are all too common. Unfortunately, these poor experiences can make people skip getting the care they need, putting them at risk for worse health down the road. Organizations can take steps to improve healthcare experiences for their members, putting them on the road to better health, instead of worse. There are […]
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 […]