Vikki Walton, MBA, a well being fairness chief at Mercer, lately gave a presentation on the Higher Philadelphia Enterprise Coalition on Well being (GPBCH), discussing the function employers can play in enhancing well being fairness via their range, fairness, and inclusion (DE&I) methods. Walton emphasised the necessity for employers to deal with well being fairness inside their advantages however acknowledged that many wrestle to know how to take action.

In her presentation, Walton outlined how Mercer’s well being fairness consulting group assists employers in figuring out gaps of their advantages and growing inclusive methods. They work carefully with employers, partnering with physicians and different stakeholders to enhance the well being of their staff over time. On condition that employers present protection for about 50% of staff within the US, their function in selling well being fairness is essential throughout the broader healthcare ecosystem.

Mercer’s work in enhancing DE&I methods extends throughout varied industries, together with not solely health-specific employers but additionally producers, retailers, and nonprofit organizations with staff. Their focus is on supporting employers who present healthcare and medical health insurance for his or her staff, making certain that the advantages supplied are inclusive. When gaps and disparities are recognized, equivalent to in populations with diabetes, psychological well being situations, or continual diseases, Mercer works with employers to deal with these challenges and promote fairness.