In this conversation, Tara Liu, Assistant Vice President of Drug Claims Strategy at Canada Life, joins Rob and Carolyne to discuss the importance of integrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) into employee benefit programs, particularly drug benefits. She emphasizes the distinction between health equity and equality, the impact of Canada’s diverse workforce on benefit planning, and the need for tailored support to address individual health needs.
What you will learn:
- Why DEI should be embedded in all aspects of benefit programs.
- Health equity focuses on fairness and addressing barriers.
- Employers should consider unique health challenges of their employees.
- Prior authorization processes need flexibility for diverse populations.
- Age can affect drug coverage decisions and health equity.
- Convenience in medication forms can impact patient adherence.
On this Episode:
- Carolyne Eagan, Benefits Alliance
- Rob Green, Acera Insurance
- Tara Liu, Canada Life
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