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 Exclusive Member Opportunity with POPS! Diabetes Care
POPS! Diabetes Care -- winner of last year's Action Group Summit Innovation Award -- invites members to apply to participate on its inaugural Customer Advisory Board.
"We are looking for members who have experience in employee benefits and wellness programs, plus special interest in using technology and digital health to optimize employee wellness," says Jennifer Englund, POPS! vice president, clinical, regulatory & quality. "We're excited about tapping into the unique skills and experience of Action Group members."
Click here for more information or to apply.
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Annual Employer Benefits Survey Results Meeting March 29
(for Survey participants only)
Those who participated in this year's Annual Employer Benefits Survey have an unparalleled and exclusive opportunity to come together to compare notes with other employers to discuss pathways to offering attractive and effective health benefits.
Hilton Airport/MOA
3800 American Blvd. E.
Bloomington, MN
The final report will be mailed to those participants unable to attend the results meeting. Please contact
Deb Krause
([email protected]) with questions.
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Continuing to Advance Mental Health in the Workplace
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Members of The Action Group's Mental Health Learning Network met last week to kick off 2018 initiatives to continue advancing mental health in the workplace.
The group expressed interest in having more data to understand network and payment disparities. In response, we are sharing a December 2017 report that's receiving significant attention from mental health advocates: "
Addiction and mental health vs. physical health: Analyzing disparities in network use and provider reimbursement rates." The report was commissioned by the Mental Health Treatment and Research Institute LLC, a not-for-profit subsidiary of The Bowman Family Foundation and was produced by Milliman.This three-year research documents differences in both network use and reimbursement rates, including tables with state-by-state data.
In addition, the most comprehensive study on antidepressants has recently been published, showing only modest effects. Read more
here.
Action Group members also have access to "Working Well in Minnesota: Insights and Actions to Help Minnesota Employers Advance Mental Health in the Workplace," the result of the 2017 work of the Mental Health Learning Network. To view, simply log into the Member Center from the
homepage and go to Member Resources.
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Become an Ally in Ending Colorectal Cancer
Since 2000, March as been designated as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. To drive a measurable increase in screenings and reduce deaths due to colorectal cancer, the American Cancer Society (ACS) introduced the "80% by 2018" initiative. It's a national effort to raise colorectal cancer screenings to 80% by 2018, supported locally by the Minnesota Department of Health.
Click
here to view a new blog by Deb Krause, Action Group vice president and chair of the ACS's Minnesota/Dakota Leadership Board. Click
here for free promotional tools and resources.
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Specialty Rx Guiding Coalition Work Resumes
The Action Group's Specialty Drug Guiding Coalition reconvened March 1, and members are back at work, addressing affordability and access challenges to find solutions that work for all stakeholders.
Given the complexity of the topic, separate goals were defined for 2017 and 2018. To learn more about plans for addressing the high cost of specialty drugs in 2018, please click here. This topic was also addressed during the December member meeting, with materials available through the Member Center on the homepage.
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April Member Meeting: ACOs: Acclerating Value!
Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) have become an important and widespread part of the Minnesota and national health care landscape. We'll hear from a multi-stakeholder panel of experts who will help us examine the successes (and shortcomings) of ACOs from a variety of perspectives. We'll focus on lessons learned and actions that can be taken by employers to drive value.
Click here to view the full meeting description.
WHEN:
April 24, 2018
8 a.m.-10 a.m. (Networking at 8; meeting begins at 8:30)
WHERE:
Hilton Airport/MOA
3800 American Blvd. E.
Bloomington, MN
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If a friend or colleague is actively considering membership, reach out to Deb Krause ([email protected]) for a guest pass for them to attend a member meeting!
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Tap Into the Power of Purpose at the Employer Leadership Summit!
"The best companies excel simultaneously on the three dimensions of people, business and finance. But from a philosophical standpoint, the purpose is not financial. It's about contributing to the common good and contributing to the development of the individuals who work at the company and are touched by the company. And it's about developing positive relationships. It's a human purpose."
Hubert Joly, Chairman and CEO,
Best Buy
At this year's Annual Employer Leadership Summit,
A NEW LENS: Purpose-Driven Solutions for Optimal Health, we'll help you tap into courageous thinking, compassionate leadership, and curiosity to bring greater purpose to the workplace.
We will:
- Explore the role of purpose in creating vibrant, high-performing, and HEALTHY organizations.
- Tackle the tough issues of our time, including the alarming rate of obesity and the opioid epidemic.
- Focus on breakthrough innovations and demonstrated results.
- Feature fun and informative interactive polling.
- Ensure robust networking opportunities to promote a sense of optimism, collaboration and action.
- Offer all-day access to engaging sponsors who can answer your pressing health care questions.
Click
here
to learn more, or click on the button below to register. This event typically sells out, so we encourage you to register today! Early bird rates are in effect until March 30 and enable you to save $100. The Summit is open to all (not just members). Feel free to share the information and invite a peer.
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HSA Modernization Possible in Upcoming Budget Legislation: Let Your Voice be Heard!
The Bipartisan HSA Improvement Act, H.R.5138, was introduced last Friday. This bill offers a variety of HSA improvements for consideration for the inclusion in the omnibus spending bill Congress is expected to pass by March 23, 2018.
This Health Reform in Transit from the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coaltions explains the proposed changes and includes a list of actions you can take to ensure your voice is heard.
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Personal and Professional Growth Opportunities
The Action Group makes it easy for members to take advantage of opportunities to network, learn, and share best practices.
Member meetings feature topics selected by our members, and presenters include thought leaders who provide innovative, practical tips and tools for achieving your best work.
Member Meetings:
Members spoke. We listened! Meetings will begin later this year, with networking at 8 a.m., meetings beginning at 8:30 a.m., and concluding at 10 a.m. All will continue to be held at the Hilton Airport/MOA, 3800 American Boulevard East, Bloomington.
Employer Benefits Survey Results Meeting (For Survey participants only):
Those who participated in this year's Annual Employer Benefits Survey will have an unparalleled and exclusive opportunity to come together to compare notes with other employers, and discuss pathways to offering effective and attractive health benefits
. The meeting will be MARCH 29, 2018, from 8 a.m.-11 a.m., at the Hilton Airport/MOA.
Public Meetings and Events:
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DID YOU KNOW...
Action Group members may post job openings in the fyi and Express newsletters at no charge? Please contact Sue Jesseman to post a position!
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Member Center Rich in Complimentary Tools and Resources
A host of member-exclusive presentations and materials are available through the Member Center from the
homepage. For example:
- "Working Well in Minnesota: Insights and Actions for Advancing Mental Health in the Workplace" (click here to view a recent blog by Deb Krause, Action Group vice president, "Mental Health Parity: It's Time to Fulfill the Promise!")
- Comprehensive Member Directory
- Member meeting presentations and materials on a wide variety of topics
- Specialty Pharmacy Purchaser's Guides (Phase I and Phase II)
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Employers Can Help Stop Diabetes in its Tracks
Many are surprised to learn that one in three American adults has prediabetes and
ninety percent of them don't know it.
To contribute to stopping or delaying the onset of type 2 diabetes for those at increased risk, The Action Group is working with the Minnesota Department of Health to raise awareness about the alarming rate of prediabetes, encourage employers to educate employees about preventing and treating diabetes, and offer the
National Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) as a covered benefit.
Early returns on the DPP show it's working, especially for those with high participation rates. Findings show the program reduced the progression to diabetes by 58 percent, and by 71 percent for those 65 and older.
Use the free employee education tools below, and talk to your health plan about making diabetes prevention a priority at your organization!
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Express Roundup: Top Stories from The Action Group's Newsletter
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