Highmark, Take Care Health Systems to open worksite health centers

CAMP HILL, Pa. In an effort to reduce its healthcare costs, and to get employees more engaged in their own healthcare decisions, Highmark is opening two worksite health centers.

The first center opened in the company's Camp Hill facility today, and the second will open at the company headquarters in Pittsburgh on Nov. 20. The health centers will offer Highmark employees a variety of services, including primary care, vaccinations, physical therapy and a pharmacy.

"More employers across the country have seen increases in their healthcare expenditures, and everyone is looking for ways to contain costs. We know that wellness programs and getting employees involved in their health care makes a huge difference in the quality of their lives," said Kenneth Melani, Highmark president and CEO.

Highmark is working with Take Care Health Systems, which will operate the health centers. Take Care Health Systems is part of Walgreens' health-and-wellness division, and currently operates more than 375 worksite health centers around the country.

"As a healthcare leader and innovator, Highmark recognizes the benefits a comprehensive on-site healthcare program can provide to employees, offering both convenience and cost savings," said Peter Hotz, Walgreens divisional VP and president of Take Care Health Employer Solutions. "We look forward to addressing the healthcare and pharmacy needs of Highmark’s workforce while helping to reduce costs and increase employee productivity and satisfaction."