DOS 2017 Benefits Renewal

Wellness Incentives

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79% of employers offer incentives

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24% - 44% (25% mid-market) offer outcomes-based

rewards (other than tobacco)

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Types of incentives:

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Contributions: 27%

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Cash/gift card: 43% (taxable)

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Premium differential: 57%

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Average incentive $ by participant:

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2015: $693 (mid-market avg. is $524) versus 2014: $594

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Average incentive $ by activity:

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Health Assessment: $179 annually

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Biometrics: $237 annually

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Tobacco free: $323 annually

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Average HRA and screenings participation is: 47%-56%

Source: Sixth Annual Employer-Sponsored Health & Well-

being Survey (2015, Fidelity/NBGH); Workplace Wellness

Trends (2015, IFEB)