Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
Friendly competitions that compare steps taken, employee sports leagues, on-site exercise classes and discounted access to fitness classes ? these are just some of the offerings from companies that are touted as the healthiest employers in Charlotte, NC.
The Premier healthcare alliance was named Charlotte?s Healthiest Employer among large businesses by the Charlotte Business Journal. Alliance member CaroMont Health also ranks a close second on the list. The companies were recognized for their best practices in providing wellness initiatives in the workplace.
Premier?s 1,300 employees take steps to improve their health by challenging themselves each day to reach specific fitness goals. Among other efforts, employees wear wireless pedometers that track how many steps they take. Each employee has a goal of taking at least 2 million steps a year, with an overall company goal of at least 2.6 billion steps by the end of 2012.
?If employees meet their individual annual goals, and improve or maintain their biometric health status, they receive $500.
?Studies show our healthcare system wastes as much as $1.2 trillion annually. Obesity and related issues are a big part of this waste,? said Premier President and CEO Susan DeVore. ?While Premier?s mission is to help hospitals and healthcare systems improve health across America, our own employees have challenged themselves to lead as examples by practicing what they preach. Our efforts are part of a national imperative to bend the healthcare cost curve and improve the nation?s health status, starting within our own community. We?re proud that our hard work is being recognized.?
To help employees eat a healthier diet, in addition to exercising more, Premier also offers healthier vending machine and dining options. Employees enjoy free fruit every Monday, and buy lunches from local restaurants that bring healthy dining options on-site.
Premier?s focus on wellness is paying off. The cost of employee insurance claims has remained flat or increased at a rate below the industry norm of 8 percent a year. And the percentage of employees at risk for developing a health condition has decreased in all but one category, according to employees? biometric screening trends.
Source: http://actionforbetterhealthcare.com/?p=3981
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