Business Health Care Group Releases Three New Consumer Education Modules

Modules aimed at helping member companies’ employees become better health care consumers


 


MILWAUKEEMay 31, 2007 – The Business Health Care Group today announced the release of the next three educational modules in its series. This is based on a continuing commitment to provide member companies with a resource that they can use with their employees to help them better understand and more efficiently use the health care system.


 


The new modules continue to follow Joe, who represents the average health care consumer, as he learns how insurance works, how to choose the right health plan and how to get the most from a doctor visit. Each module provides Joe’s Tips, Joe’s Learn More and links to a medical dictionary, insurance terms and other resources.


 


Last November, BHCG released the first of eight modules. It focused on helping consumers understand what their roles are in purchasing health care and the cost issues in this market.  The modules are part of BHCG’s strategy to stem health care costs by shifting to a health care system driven more by consumers.


 


“Employers believe the first module will be very beneficial in getting workers engaged in their health care decisions,” says Dianne Kiehl, executive director of BHCG. “The new modules provide employees with the tools and knowledge to become better health care consumers.”


 


Some of BHCG’s member companies will use the modules during company open enrollment periods or as a component of their company training program. They access the modules using a password-protected link on BHCG’s Web site or they can load the modules onto their company intranet.


 


 


The Business Health Care Group is a membership organization of more than 500 employers and employer groups in the 11-county region of Southeast Wisconsin. BHCG and its members share the common goals of moving the health care market through innovative action and partnering for effective change. Visit www.businesshealthcaregroup.org to learn more.