Carol Addy, MD, MMSc

Socioeconomic status may significantly influence enrollee response to value-based benefit design approaches. Evaluating the association of wage status with claims experience may yield actionable insights.

An opportunity exists to better understand healthcare utilization patterns by low-income workers, which may contribute significantly to employer healthcare cost trend and lost workforce productivity.

The impact and value of employer-sponsored weight management programs can be enhanced by acknowledging and addressing individual well-being concerns as more immediate personal priorities.