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On-Site Medical Clinics: A Win-Win Idea
One of the hottest trends in health care is on-site clinics to handle routine medical needs. Companies that set up facilities at the workplace find that workers take less time off, get more of the screenings and coaching they need to avoid costly illnesses and save lots of money. The services often are free to employees and sometimes are offered to spouses and dependents as well. When clinics do charge, the fee is below the rate for the same service at a doctor’s office.
On-site clinics are generally staffed by physicians and nurses, who usually treat minor injuries and illnesses, such as the flu, earaches, minor cuts, etc. The clinics also provide X-ray and pharmaceutical services.
Most employers use outside contractors to run these facilities. The big three providers are Comprehensive Health Services, CHD Meridian and Whole Health Management. Comprehensive Health Services says clients usually see a positive return on their investments within two years, ranging as high as $4 for every $1 a company spends. The largest savings come from avoiding emergency room visits.
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