Getting Care Quick

How to educate employees about where to go for care

Misuse of the emergency room (ER) is a hot topic in the health care industry today. As employers continue to look for ways to control rising costs, many are starting to focus their efforts on where their employees receive care.

"Studies show that a large percentage of ER visits can be treated in a more appropriate care setting, such as an urgent care, doctor's office, retail health clinic or a telehealth program," says Susan Lehne, Sales Manager, HealthLink. "This can represent a lot of wasted spending for employers and their employees."

While some employees are starting to understand that where they receive care affects their cost, others still need education on this topic.

"Remember advanced planning goes a long way, so education can have a big impact on helping employees decide where to get care when they need it."

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