Vanderbilt Health Employer Solutions

Dolly Parton’s support of Vanderbilt Health and Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt spanned decades and made meaningful impacts on everything from pediatric cancer care to infectious disease research. “Dolly was a global icon and a friend of Vanderbilt. Her amazing generosity, particularly in pediatric cancer and infectious disease research, has had a transformational impact on patient care and treatment,” said Jeff Balser, MD, PhD, President and CEO of Vanderbilt Health and Dean of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. “It’s not an exaggeration to say that Dolly has helped save countless lives through her philanthropy.” Read here about her support of everything from pediatric cancer care to infectious disease research at Vanderbilt Health. https://lnkd.in/eFPHCkNh

As demand rises and oral GLP-1s enter the market, employers are poised to make meaningful coverage decisions. Some indicate they will continue coverage as part of a long-term obesity and chronic disease strategy, while others are signaling potential pullbacks. This snapshot highlights how GLP-1 coverage may shift in the near future.

We are excited to announce the addition of several practices in the Clarksville area. These new members are: • Compass Family Health Clinic • Queen City Women's Health, PC • Vanderbilt Physician Services Clarksville • Best Care Clinic PLC • Clarksville Internal Medicine, PLC Whether you’re a new member or a longtime VHAN participant, visit the Member Value page to update your provider roster, remind yourself about membership benefits, connect with a network contact and more: https://bit.ly/4h5SeTB

The role of a Benefits Manager is changing. Last week, I was talking with the Benefits Manager of a large national employer who shared something she’s seeing more and more in today’s workplace. After nearly 20 years in benefits, she finds herself having conversations she never expected to be having. Younger employees are increasingly comfortable discussing mental health challenges at work. They’re seeking support, sharing struggles, and approaching these conversations with a level of openness that previous generations often did not. She told me she’s grateful for the trust. In many ways, it’s a sign of progress. The stigma surrounding mental health continues to decrease, and employees are more willing to ask for help when they need it. But she also shared a concern. While she genuinely cares about her employees and wants to help, she doesn’t always feel equipped to navigate some of the complex situations being brought to her. She’s a benefits professional, not a mental health clinician. And she’s not alone. Many HR and benefits leaders are finding themselves on the front lines of employee mental health challenges, carrying responsibilities they were never trained to manage. This is where having access to a dedicated mental health professional can make a meaningful difference. A qualified counselor or mental health professional can provide: ✅ A confidential and trusted resource for employees ✅ Professional guidance during difficult life events and periods of uncertainty ✅ Appropriate support beyond what managers, HR, and benefits teams are trained to provide ✅ Relief for organizational leaders who want to help but need expert partners ✅ Meaningful support during mental health challenges Supporting employee mental health shouldn't rest solely on the shoulders of HR and benefits teams. If you're seeing similar challenges in your organization, let's connect. I'd love to discuss how organizations are providing employees with the professional mental health support they need while supporting the leaders who care so deeply about them. #MentalHealth #EmployeeBenefits #HumanResources #Leadership #WorkplaceWellness #BenefitsManagement #EmployerHealth

Martha Shepherd is presenting at our Annual Conference this year to discuss one of the most important topics facing our industry: The Sustainability of GMVs. Get ready for thought-provoking insights, actionable takeaways, and an engaging discussion on what it takes to build sustainable, long-term success. You do not want to miss this session! Register now and be part of the conversation. To register visit: www. icgmv.org/2026-conference #groupmedicalvisits #SMA #SMV #sharedmedicalappointments #Sustainability #GMVs #ConferenceSpeaker #CME #ICGMV #integrativecare

When VHAN Care Management team member Cheryl Landis, RN, called a patient who had recently been discharged from the hospital after a stroke, the goal was simple: Make sure she had what she needed to recover safely at home. The patient had moved from the hospital to a small camping trailer parked on a friend’s property. She was living alone while trying to manage new right-sided weakness and regain her independence. What Cheryl uncovered in that first call, though, was something far more urgent. Read our story to learn how Cheryl worked closely with social worker Jackie Davis to help the patient unlock accessibility resources that improved her life: https://bit.ly/4eJ87xs