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Help your employees stay well with ancillary benefits.

Ancillary benefits—including vision, dental, and hearing coverage—are an important part of a comprehensive benefits package.

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Trends and innovations
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How meeting children’s behavioral health needs can affect employee productivity

Johanna Vidal-Phelan, MD, MBA, UPMC Insurance Services Division’s Chief Medical Officer, Quality Department, shares her guidance on how companies should consider the entire family unit—including parents, caregivers, and children.

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How embracing diversity uplifts a workplace

Dr. James E. Taylor, chief diversity, inclusion, and talent manager, shares how recognizing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace can lead to lasting success.

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Webinar: Why health equity is good for business

Join our conversation to learn about SDOH and how they affect businesses of all sizes. Ellen Beckjord, PhD, MPH, vice president of Population Health and Clinical Optimization at UPMC Health Plan, leads this engaging discussion with UPMC’s top thought leaders in the SDOH space.

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Ways to retain employees during the “Great Resignation”

The “Great Resignation” is a trend where record numbers of people are voluntarily quitting their jobs in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This shift that transcends industries is leaving employers all sizes struggling to retain employees.

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Three reasons to include telehealth in your employee benefits package

The need for telehealth is increasing more quickly than ever, here are three reasons to include telehealth in your employee benefits package.

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How employers can positively impact population health

Learn the who, what, and how of population health management to help you implement or augment efforts around it that can benefit your employees, business, and community.

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Benefit plans and options
Choosing the right group health plan: Tips for employers.
Choosing the right group health plan: Tips for employers

Consider these tips when navigating health insurance plans for your employees.

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Five easy steps for selecting health insurance for a small business

Health insurance benefits a small business in many ways—including retaining happy, healthy, and productive employees.

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Three ways integrating pharmacy benefits provides top value for employees

Read the three ways integrating pharmacy benefits provides top value for employees in UPMC Health Plan’s employer blog.

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Tips for preparing your employees for an easy Open Enrollment

Read these tips in UPMC Health Plan’s employer blog to prepare your employees for an easy Open Enrollment.

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Why organizations should consider their health plan’s member services

Learn why organizations should consider their health plan’s member services when selecting a plan in UPMC Health Plan’s employer blog.

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How offering a health coaching program can benefit your employees

Learn about how offering a health coaching program can benefit your employees in UPMC Health Plan’s employer blog.

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Employee health and wellness
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Why supporting women in the workforce is more crucial than ever

Tips and resources from UPMC Health Plan to help give your female workforce the support they need to succeed.

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The benefits of employee vacation time

Read about the benefits of employee vacation time in UPMC Health Plan’s employer blog.

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Tips for supporting your employees’ mental health with Dr. James Schuster

Overwhelming feelings of stress, anxiety, or depression can affect employees' physical health, job performance, and productivity. Read the Q&A to learn how you can help.

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Workplace stress or something else? Tools to support your employees’ mental health

Read about these Tools to support your employees’ mental health in UPMC Health Plan’s employer blog.

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14 ways to help improve employee health and well-being

Read UPMC Health Plan’s 14 Ways to Help Improve Employee Health and Well-being.

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Employer tools for diabetes prevention and care

Read UPMC Health Plan’s Q&A with AVP Catherine Serio on employer tools for diabetes prevention and care.

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Dental, Vision, and Hearing
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Employer Group Ancillary Benefits

Your employees are your most important asset. Help them stay well with UPMC Health Plan’s ancillary benefits.

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The importance of offering employees hearing benefits

How offering employees hearing benefits can contribute to holistic health and prevent unexpected medical costs.

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The benefits of investing in vision insurance for your employees

How offering vision insurance can benefit an employee’s overall wellness and productivity.

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Good oral health: The key to overall wellness

Promoting good oral health should be top of mind when considering benefits packages for your employees. Poor oral hygiene can lead to an increased risk for developing cavities, gingivitis, and periodontitis.

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