As a small business owner, you want to take care of your employees. You know that good benefits help attract and retain talent. But traditional health insurance? The numbers just don't work for many small businesses.
That's where telehealth comes in.
The Problem With Traditional Health Insurance
Let's be honest about the situation most small business owners face:
- Group health insurance premiums have skyrocketed
- Deductibles are so high employees barely use the coverage
- Administrative headaches eat up your time
- You're competing against big companies with big benefits
Many small businesses in Western NC simply can't afford to offer traditional health insurance. So they offer nothing - and hope their employees don't get sick.
Telehealth: A Practical Alternative
Here's what telehealth coverage offers your employees:
- 24/7 access to doctors - Phone or video consultations anytime
- No copays or deductibles - Every visit is included
- Prescriptions when appropriate - Sent to their local pharmacy
- Mental health services - Counseling and therapy sessions
Is it a replacement for comprehensive health insurance? No. But for many employees, it covers 80% of what they actually need.
What It Costs
Here's where it gets interesting. Traditional group health insurance might run $500-800+ per employee per month. Our telehealth plans start at:
- Individual: $24.95/month
- Family: $54.95/month
That's it. No hidden fees, no surprise bills.
Real Benefits for Real Businesses
Reduce Sick Days
When employees can see a doctor from home in 15 minutes instead of taking half a day off for a clinic visit, they stay healthier and more productive.
Attract Better Talent
Offering any health benefit puts you ahead of competitors who offer nothing. Employees appreciate that you're trying to take care of them.
Lower Urgent Care Costs
An urgent care visit costs $150-300. An ER visit can run thousands. Telehealth handles most minor issues before they become expensive problems.
Simple Administration
We handle the paperwork. Onboarding is quick. No complicated forms or endless phone calls.
What Telehealth Handles Well
- Cold, flu, and allergy symptoms
- Minor infections
- Skin issues (rashes, acne, etc.)
- Prescription refills
- Mental health consultations
- General health questions
What Still Needs In-Person Care
- Emergencies and serious injuries
- Complex conditions requiring physical examination
- Procedures and surgeries
- Lab work and imaging
How to Get Started
Adding telehealth benefits to your business is straightforward:
- Contact us to discuss your needs
- We'll explain the options and pricing
- You choose who's covered (owner only, key employees, everyone)
- We handle enrollment and setup
- Your team starts using the service
No lengthy applications, no waiting periods, no medical underwriting.
It's Not All-or-Nothing
Telehealth works well alongside other coverage too. Some business owners use it to supplement high-deductible health plans - giving employees a way to handle minor issues without touching their deductible.
Others combine it with life insurance and disability coverage to create a meaningful benefits package without breaking the bank.
Learn More
Visit our telehealth page for full details, or give us a call at (828) 452-1898. We'll help you figure out if telehealth makes sense for your business - no pressure, no sales pitch.
Your employees deserve some level of healthcare support. Telehealth might be how you make it happen.