Spring clean your benefits program: 3 steps to smarter weight loss support & GLP-1 governance
GLP-1 demand is rising—and so are costs. Learn a 3-part obesity benefits strategy that integrates behavior change, smarter coverage design, and long-term outcomes beyond the scale.
A winning game plan for GLP-1 cost control and long-term obesity management
GLP-1 demand is rising—and so are costs. Learn a 3-part obesity benefits strategy that integrates behavior change, smarter coverage design, and long-term outcomes beyond the scale.
Integrated obesity management: The missing piece in GLP-1 coverage conversations
GLP-1 medications have quickly taken center stage when it comes to talking about obesity care. As demand grows, employers now have to navigate complex decisions around access, cost, and long-term sustainability, often with increasing financial and regulatory demands. As coverage conversations continue to amp up the pressure, it’s easy to default to a focus only […]
Whole-person health: Employee benefits that go beyond the scale
When we talk about health, it’s easy to default to the metrics, including weight, BMI, steps, blood pressure, blood sugar. These metrics matter. They help us understand risk, measure progress, and quantify outcomes for employers and health plans. But they don’t tell the full story. They don’t reflect the extra energy someone has at the […]
My next decade in healthcare: Focusing on what matters most
After three decades in healthcare, I have seen firsthand that we are solving the wrong problem and treating chronic high-cost conditions instead of preventing them. My background is in business development, but I’ve worked across a wide range of settings, from pharmaceuticals to hospitals, ICUs, palliative care, hospice, skilled nursing facilities, and digital health. In every role, I saw […]
Take a breath: How employers can navigate new GLP-1 pricing
While the latest GLP-1 pricing headlines offer hope for individuals looking to access these medications at a lower cost, they raise concerns for employers and payers who must navigate utilization, coverage gaps, and budget implications. GLP-1 costs may appear more predictable under the the latest most-favored-nation (MFN) pricing deals. However, the ‘$149 a month’ headlines may create a false […]
Empathy in Action: Insights from Wondr Health’s Robin Patton
After 17 years at Wondr Health, Sr. Director of Coaching and Clinical Operations Robin Patton has seen thousands of lives transform—not just through weight loss, but through the deeper behavioral shifts that ripple through families and workplaces. As a licensed social worker and long-time leader, she brings a rare mix of heart and science to […]
Scouting the Future: Building a Championship-Caliber Benefits Strategy
The demand for GLP-1 medications keeps climbing—and so do the costs. As the benefits landscape continues to shift, weight management has become one of the most challenging areas to get right. GLP-1s have redefined what’s possible for metabolic health—but they’ve also introduced new pressures for employers trying to balance impact and affordability. For employers it’s […]
7 strategies to improve employee burnout
Burnout is a buzzword these days, and there’s good reason. Surveys from Deloitte and Mental Health America show that three-quarters of U.S. employees have experienced or are experiencing burnout at their jobs. Not surprising? The surveys also uncovered that employers are struggling with how to improve employee well-being and member engagement. What is employee burnout? […]
2025 predictions when it comes to weight loss
2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for health care. From what is coming in the GLP-1 pipeline to an increasing focus on weight-related chronic conditions, there’s a lot to consider when planning for the future. Take a look at this latest article by our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Tim Church, MD, MPH, […]