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Every day, millions of Americans face the silent challenges of diabetes, many without even knowing it.
Without management, diabetes can cause fatigue and could also lead to more serious health problems.
At work, unmanaged diabetes can hurt productivity and morale. On the other hand, employees with a good diabetes management plan in place can thrive and overcome their health challenges.
As a broker, you can offer a solution to this problem with an employer-sponsored diabetes management program.
The benefits include healthy employees and higher productivity. It’s also a great perk to offer when recruiting.
However, not all diabetes management programs are the same. Here’s why a solution with wearables and telehealth is best.
Why Does Diabetes Management Matter?
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic health conditions, with 29.3 million American adults suffering from the condition. Yet, many Americans live with the symptoms of diabetes without even knowing it. Experts believe as many as 9.7 million adults are diabetic and don’t have a diagnosis.
The Dangers of Undiagnosed Diabetes
Without a diagnosis, symptoms can get worse fast, and complications usually follow. Heart disease, nerve damage and eye problems can appear. Besides reducing a person’s quality of life, these conditions can also hurt productivity at work.
Early detection makes a huge difference. In fact, getting an early diagnosis can reduce mortality rates among prediabetic patients by 18%.
For employers, untreated diabetes comes with a cost. Besides health-related expenses, undiagnosed employees can cost more due to missed work and low productivity.
What About Diagnosed Diabetics?
Employees with a current diabetes diagnosis can also benefit from an employer-sponsored management solution. Getting access to the right health resources helps keep symptoms in check. It also reduces out-of-pocket costs for employees. With the average diabetic spending thousands a year out of pocket, diabetes management is a valuable perk.
Diabetes and its associated costs are an important issue for employers. As a broker, you can make early diabetes detection more accessible with VCD’s Remote Patient Management (RPM) solution.
Telehealth and Wearables for Better Diabetes Management
Enter VCD’s Remote Patient Management solution. This modern approach to diabetes detection and management uses technology to help employers and employees.
On-Site Screenings for Early Detection
Employees undergo a cutting-edge eye scan that can spot prediabetes up to seven years before symptoms appear. What’s more, the scan only takes seconds, and the results are available within minutes.
On-site screenings make detection accessible to everyone. They are also an opportunity to talk about diabetes and raise awareness of this condition.
Connected Devices for Monitoring
Based on the results, employees have access to two programs:
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The first is the prediabetes management program. It includes coaching and a connect digital scale.
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With the diabetes management program, employees receive a connected glucometer as well as coaching.
These devices empower employees and make them more proactive. After users collect vitals, the data goes to a safe digital platform. Users can then access it to track changes and share it with healthcare professionals.
Real-Time Insights and Telehealth Support
Once they have reviewed the data, healthcare professionals can share personalized advice. The goal is to develop a holistic management plan that addresses the unique health challenges of each user.
This personalized approach ensures that each employee has access to a management plan that works for them. It improves health outcomes and makes employees more likely to follow through with the recommendations.
Besides, collecting data daily means small changes are caught early. As a result, employees can make changes before complications appear.
The result? Healthier employees, reduced complications and better workplace productivity.
The Benefits of Employer-Sponsored Diabetes Management
A workplace diabetes management plan is more than a health perk. It’s also a strategic investment.
Here are the benefits:
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Higher productivity: Employees with stable blood sugar levels feel better and focus better. They also take fewer sick leave days.
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Enhanced recruitment and retention: Offering innovative health solutions makes companies more appealing to top talent.
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Cost savings: Fewer complications mean lower healthcare expenses and long-term savings.
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Happier employees: Diabetes management is part of a holistic approach to employee wellness. This perk can make employees feel valued and boost morale.
Update Your Portfolio With Vision and Diabetes Management Benefits
VCD’s solutions offer an appealing bundle for employers:
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Savings: Employers who buy a VCD vision plan gain access to discounts on RPM solutions.
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Bundled value: Offering vision and diabetes management benefits can attract new clients. It can also strengthen existing relationships.
With diabetes on the rise, brokers who offer an effective management solution will stand out in a competitive market.
Do you offer VCD’s vision plans and diabetes management solutions as part of your portfolio? If not, now is the perfect time to learn more about joining the VCD family.
Summary: Diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions in the United States. As a broker, you can help employers give their workforce access to the tools needed to diagnose and manage diabetes.