Can my employer force me to take a wellness exam and speak with a health coach?

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Can my employer force me to take a wellness exam and speak with a health coach?

The penalty for not doing so will result in not being able to participate in the company HMO or the less costly PPO?

Asked on November 17, 2014 under Employment Labor Law, Illinois

Answers:

SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 9 years ago | Contributor

Yes, your company can do this. The Affordable Health Care Act notwithstanding, it is still essentially voluntary for companies to provide health care to their employees. It being voluntary, they can put conditions on participation in the plans, especially reasoanble conditions desined to help save money/reduce medical costs.


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