More and more companies are incorporating onsite clinics into their benefits strategy. In fact, over 50% of large employers now offer at least one on-site or near-site clinic (Business Group on Health, 2023). By integrating these clinics into your health benefits, you can create a culture of wellness that benefits both your employees and your organization. It’s a proven strategy to enhance employee well-being while also reducing healthcare costs.

Improve Employee Well-being

Onsite clinics are a long-term investment in your most valuable asset—your people. These clinics enhance employee well-being by providing:

• Easy access to healthcare right at the workplace.
• Proactive care that supports long-term health goals. 
• Lower absenteeism rates and increased productivity.

For example, Tom from IT no longer misses work for doctor's appointments, and Ashley from Marketing finally got her blood pressure under control. These aren't just feel-good stories—they're the building blocks of a healthier, more productive workforce.

Reduce Healthcare Costs

With healthcare costs expected to rise by 8% in 2025—the highest in 13 years—onsite clinics provide a cost-effective solution (PwC). These clinics help:

• Mitigate rising healthcare costs by reducing reliance on expensive specialty care.

• Lower emergency room visits.

• Reduce absenteeism.
• Generate significant ROI, with some clinics saving $4 for every $1 spent (EHSToday, 2024).

Open Enrollment Best Practices

To maximize the impact of your onsite clinic during open enrollment, seamlessly integrate it into your benefits communication strategy:

• Highlight the clinic’s services in all enrollment materials.
• Provide clear instructions for easy sign-up.
• Offer incentives like discounted wellness programs or health screenings.
• Share testimonials from employees who have benefited from the clinic.

As you gear up for open enrollment, put your onsite clinic front and center. Leveraging your clinic can control rising healthcare costs, improve employee well-being, and strengthen your overall benefits strategy. Encourage your employees to take full advantage of this resource to build a healthier, happier workforce and a more sustainable healthcare model for your organization.

References

Business Group on Health. (2023, August 22). 2024 Large Employer Health Care Strategy Survey. https://www.businessgrouphealth.org/resources/2024-large-employer-health-care-strategy-survey-intro

EHSToday. (2024, May 8). Redefining Workplace Health: How onsite clinics can improve worker outcomes. https://creative.endeavorb2b.com/ClientMarketing/manu/2024/EHS5089_FAQ_FINAL.pdf?oly_id=%%0.2.110%%&oly_anon_id=69277bf2-4905-45b5-8d2d-5038c6b41695

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). Medical cost trend: Behind the numbers 2025. PwC.  https://pwc.com/us/en/industries/health-industries/library/behind-the-numbers.html