Building Better Health Plans, with Aaron Witwer

Aaron Witwer, the president of Ben Engage and the Revolution Benefits Group, discusses the importance of fixing health plans before implementing wellness programs. He emphasizes the need for employers to provide equitable and ethically designed health plans that prioritize preventive care, affordability, and timely access to healthcare services. Aaron shares his journey from working in corporate health at the Cleveland Clinic to becoming a broker and eventually founding Ben Engage to build better health plans. Aaron highlights the challenges in the healthcare system, including the lack of transparency, high costs, and the influence of insurance carriers and hospital systems. He advocates for creating customized health plans for employers, especially blue-collar workers, that prioritize zero deductibles and copays for certain services within regulatory frameworks. By incentivizing employees to choose cost-effective and quality care options, employers can save on premiums and improve health outcomes. Aaron discusses the importance of building trust with employers by being transparent, collaborative, and providing excellent service. He envisions a future where more employers adopt customized health plans, navigate to lower-cost options, and prioritize employee well-being. Aaron encourages industry professionals to continue evolving, collaborating, and providing resources to drive the movement towards more equitable and accessible healthcare for all.