HEALTH AND INSURANCE

Employers are looking at ways to cut health insurance costs for its employees and some insurers are considering basing coverage and cost on the health of its clients. Diabetes, heart disease, smoking, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and symptoms related to weight management are some of the health issues being evaluated under insurance reform.

Some insurance companies are offering a rebate if you attend a specified number of fitness activities at a gym or health facility. I know that State employees are eligible for this rebate, and I am an approved fitness facility.  Check with your insurance company to see if they offer a rebate/fitness program for their members.

These insurance changes may be just the catalyst you need to move forward with your decisions to improve your health and wellness.