As mentioned in earlier blogs within this series, the cost of obesity among employees is immense, and employers need to understand that workplace and employment conditions can actually contribute to employee health. Efforts by employers to encourage physical activity and healthy eating among all employees should be implemented to slow this growing non-COVID epidemic. Comprehensive Obesity Treatment Comprehensive obesity treatment coverage offered by employers serves as a complement to the promotion of physical activity and healthy eating. This treatment will typically include three types of coverage benefits: 1) Behavioral/Nutritional Counseling, 2) Weight-Loss Surgery, and 3) Pharmacological Treatment. It is critical, therefore, that employer’s partner with their health plans (insurance companies) and other vendor partners to promote seamless coverage to ensure sustainable Read More >