Better your health and earn a wellness rebate through Healthyroads
November 7, 2016
The Healthyroads wellness program offers University of Alaska employees the chance
to better their health and earn money. Eligible employees who complete the program
requirements will earn a $600 wellness rebate.* Spouses and financially interdependent
partners covered by the UA Choice plan may also participate to double the rebate amount
earned.
Take the first step
To learn how to complete your personal health assessment and finish the other requirements
for the rebate, follow the steps below:
- Complete your personal health assessment within your Healthyroads account.
- Complete your biometric screening through your own health care provider, Quest Patient Service Center, or an on-site event.
- Earn five points by completing any combination of the following:
- Record your physical activity using Connected! (pdf)
- Attest that you don't use tobacco.
- Complete University of Alaska-sponsored worksite health challenges.
- Take online classes and on-site education sessions.
- Participate in lifestyle coaching.
- Make an annual wellness visit with your physician.
- Get an adult immunization. (The flu shot qualifies.)
- Get a dental exam.
- Get a vision exam.
For information about UA's wellness program, visit the UA benefits/wellness page. You can email Sara Rodewald or call her at 907-450-8203.
*Rebate is paid out biweekly in accordance with payroll schedule to offset health care deductions.