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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —The American Heart Association (AHA) has selected FBMC Benefits Management as a Start! Fit-Friendly Company for the third year in a row, as well as the recipient of the rare Workplace Innovation Award. The two prized national honors recognize companies that take steps to decrease healthcare expenses and increase employee productivity through physical activity and healthy eating.

“Employee wellness is an important priority for our company,” David Faulkenberry, FBMC President, said. “We’re committed to providing the best possible workplace environment and wellness culture to benefit our employees’ health and to produce even more positive results for FBMC overall.”

In 2009, a Florida based employer introduced a Value Based Benefits Design plan into its overall health plan. Its wellness program provided employees an opportunity to complete a Health Risk Assessment (HRA) and a biometric screening, both of which were provided by the health care provider. Employees were not required to participate in the wellness program; however, employees who chose to voluntarily participate received a $20 bi-weekly discount toward their health plan premiums.