Wellness Programs and Legal Compliance Issues Examined

May 6, 2010 - PRLog -- Many employers are seeking solutions to their health- and productivity-related concerns through worksite wellness efforts.   Some are not aware of the often tricky legal issues inherent in wellness programs and could be in for some trouble if not addressed.

This presentation on May 12, 2010 (11am-12pm Pacific) will cover many of the legal compliance issues employers should consider before developing or continuing their wellness programs.  It will cover regulations such as HIPAA, ERISA, COBRA, ADA, GINA and others.  Learn how health reform has affected these regulations and what employers need to know in 2010.  

This and all of our webinars have been pre-approved for 1.0 recertification credit by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI).  $39.  To register: http://www.benchmarkwellness.com/webinars.html

About Your Presenter:
Deanna Moncrief, CEO of Benchmark Wellness is a former wellness program coordinator. In the wellness industry for the past 10 years, Ms. Moncrief has broad expertise in the dynamics of wellness program management. From coordinating a wellness program for over 4,000 employees, to project management, wellness program development, budgeting and evaluation, Ms. Moncrief is a sought-after wellness expert and corporate trainer.

About Benchmark Wellness:
For the past eight years Benchmark Wellness has been helping companies design, implement and sustain effective wellness programs. By leveraging the team's deep expertise in wellness education and program management, Benchmark brings custom programs to employers seeking alternatives to off-the-shelf programming.  Benchmark also delivers live and virtual training events, and provides wellness consulting services to companies of all sizes.

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Evidence-based program design, on-site and regional training workshops, wellness program management consulting.