Wellness Programs: EEOC Enforcement Actions and Complying with Federal and State Laws

$149.00

SKU: 410494

Description

Employ a wellness program that creates benefits and growth for your business.
Implementing a comprehensive wellness program can yield a multitude of advantages and benefits. These wellness initiatives not only promote a holistic approach to health but also play a pivotal role in preventing potential liabilities. By adhering to best practices for disclosure and documentation, businesses can navigate through complex regulations, such as ERISA, HIPAA, and taxation requirements, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks. Fostering a culture of transparency and accountability through stringent document retention requirements and disclosure obligations can fortify the integrity of your wellness program, paving the way for a safer and healthier workplace environment. Anticipating the involvement of enforcement agencies such as the EEOC, CMS, DOL, IRS, and state and local authorities, businesses can align their wellness programs with regulatory expectations, positioning themselves for sustainable growth and success.

Date: 2023-12-08 Start Time: 1:00 PM ET End Time: 2:05 PM ET

Learning Objectives

* You will be able to describe your wellness program, identify additional wellness opportunities, and articulate their value.

* You will be able to identify legally permissible wellness programs.

* You will be able to maintain documentation to be prepared to respond to agency audits and inquiries.

* You will be able to assess the nature of agency communications to determine the nature of the agencys activities so that you can respond appropriately.

Introduction
• Defining Wellness
• Health Care and Disability Costs
• Confronting Absenteeism, Presenteeism, and Retention

Why Do We Have Wellness Programs?
• Who Definition
• Wellness Wheel
• Types of Wellness Programs
• Workshops/Seminars
• Webinars
• Apps
• Workplace Support Groups
• One on One
• Preventative Measures
• Health Education
• Screening
• Lifestyle Management
• Nutrition
• Fitness
• Sleep
• Social/Spiritual
• Disease Management
• Stress Management
• Client Centered Care
• Mental Health and Employee Wellbeing
• Happy and Healthy
• Bias Reduction
• Impact on Workplace Safety
• Safe Spaces
• Ergonomics
• Injury Prevention

How Do You Know If Your Wellness Program Is Creating Potential Liability?
• ERISA and HIPAA
• The EEOC
• Taxation
• State and Local Activities

Best Practices for Disclosure and Documentation
• Document Retention Requirements
• Disclosure Obligations
• Designing and Administering Reasonable Alternative Standards
• Claims Procedures Best Practices

What to Expect From Agency Enforcement Actions
• EEOC
• CMs and DOL
• IRS
• State and Local Enforcement

ASA ,CLE (Please check the Detailed Credit Information page for states that have already been approved) ,HR Certification Institute ,CPE ,SHRM ,Additional credit may be available upon request. Contact Lorman at 866-352-9540 for further information.

Tonie Bitseff-UMWA Health & Retirement Funds