There have been a multitude of studies showing the positive return on investment for corporate wellness programs. On average employers who invest in worksite health promotion programs can see a return of $2-$10 for every dollar invested over a 2-5 period.

Documented savings are a combination of lower medical costs, absenteeism, worker’s comp claims, short-term disability and presenteeism. Source: American Journal of Preventive Medicine, December 2005

“There is a common misconception that these [numbers] represent people who are already healthy and motivated. It’s simply not the case,” said Brian Day, Ed.D.,Director of Advanced Analytics at Highmark Inc. “Significant findings show that individuals involved in wellness activities were not healthier at the start of the program.”

• Over 5 years, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Indiana realized a 250% return on its corporate fitness program investment, yielding a ROI of $2.51 for every $1.00 invested (AJHP, Kenneth R. Pelletier, March/April 1991)

• Citibank’s health management program reported an estimated return on investment of $4.56 to $4.73 saved per $1 spent on the program (AJHP, Ozminkowski, Goetzel et al., 1999)

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