Incentives and other factors associated with employee participation in health risk assessments

Objectives: Investigate factors associated with employee participation y rates in health risk assessments. Methods: This cross-sectional study using multiple regression analyzed data from 124 employers with 882,275 eligible employees who completed 344,825 health and productivity assessments (HPAs). Results: Incentive value and Communications and Organizational Commitment Level (Com/Org Level) were the strongest predictors of HPA completion rates. Employer size and a Gateway Model were also significant predictors. In addition, a correlation of variables showed other important relationships. To- achieve a 50 % HPA completion rate, employers with a low Com/Org Level will need an incentive value of approximately $120 whereas employers with.7 high Conilft Level only need approximately $40-a difference of $80 dollars. Conclusion: This applied study offers empirical evidence to help employers increase their employees' participation in health risk assessments.