What can employers do to reduce the cost of treating chronic skin conditions?

Chronic skin conditions can be quite an ordeal for both employees and businesses. They cause discomfort and irritation and can also result in significant healthcare expenses. However, there are several measures employers can take to help their employees cope with the symptoms of chronic skin conditions and also reduce the cost of treating them.

Early Detection and Treatment:

Early detection and treatment can prevent chronic skin conditions from worsening. Employers can provide access to dermatologists and other skin care specialists who can examine the skin, nails and scalp to diagnose and treat these conditions when they occur. Treatment may involve medications like antibiotics, phototherapy, or topical corticosteroids^[1].

Minimize Exposure to Irritants and Allergens:

Employers can minimize exposure to irritants and allergens to prevent skin problems. Providing appropriate protective equipment, training on proper material handling and usage, and encouraging proper skincare and hand-washing habits can help prevent conditions like eczema, dermatitis, and atopic dermatitis that result from contact with irritants or allergens^[2].

Offer Cost-Effective Resources to Help Employees Suffering from Chronic Skin Conditions:

Nearly one in 10 people suffer from a chronic autoimmune skin condition^[3], and the annual insurance cost for one member or employee on biologic prescription drug therapy is $40-60K^[4]. Zerigo Health can help reduce costs by as much as 4x from the overutilization of expensive specialty drugs like biologics^[5]

Zerigo Health^[6] is a smarter, no-cost^[7] solution for your employees living with chronic autoimmune skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema. Zerigo’s handheld phototherapy device allows members to treat their symptoms anytime, anywhere. Meanwhile, the Zerigo app manages their prescription dosing and treatment frequency and ZerigoCare™ Guides provide one-to-one support to your employees on their journey to clearer skin.

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