Regulatory Compliance in Wellness & Tobacco Programming

This webinar explores how wellness and tobacco cessation programs can improve employee health and engagement, but they must also comply with an evolving regulatory landscape. Join Population Health Management and Compliance leaders Katie Callender and Ross Carmichael as they explore the key federal requirements that shape program design, including incentive limits, participatory versus health-contingent programs, and reasonable alternative standards. Through real-world examples and practical guidance, attendees will learn how to develop compliant, effective programs that reduce organizational risk while supporting employee well-being.

By the end of the webinar, you will learn how to

• Distinguish between participatory and health-contingent wellness programs and understand the compliance requirements for each.
• Design wellness and tobacco programs that balance employee engagement with regulatory compliance.
• Apply federal compliance guidelines when designing wellness and tobacco cessation incentives, including reward limits and reasonable alternative standards.
• Identify common compliance pitfalls and practical strategies to help reduce organizational risk while supporting employee well-being.