We are pleased to present a new
quarterly communication – the Central Care Checkup. This communication
will report on the performance of the Central Care Plan, comprised of
our self-funded Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, CVS Caremark
prescription drug, Meritain dental and Virgin Pulse wellness programs.
2013-2014 vs. 2014-2015
July 1 - December 31
The medical/prescription and dental plans are experiencing higher costs and more enrollment than the prior year's periods. Participation in the wellness program is at an all-time high. For a snapshot on how the Central Care Plan is performing compared to last year, please see below.
Health care
12.8%
Increase in medical claim costs
20%
Increase in prescription claim costs
173
Increase in medical and prescription enrollment (employees and dependents)
$1.5M
Increase in total cost for medical, prescription and dental claims combined
9%
Increase in average number of medical & prescription claims processed
Virgin Pulse wellness program
68%
Number of eligible employees enrolled in the program
44%
Number of spouses/OEI enrolled in the program
93%
Employees and spouses/OEIs are earning HealthMiles
1.3B
Total steps taken in 6 months
40%
Average number of participants who reached level 5