Health and Well-being
Supporting your personal health and well-being journey is important to us. While everyone’s path to good health is different, your Wolters Kluwer health and well-being plans and programs are there for you when you need them to help you be at your best.
Benefits and programs to make a difference for you include:
Medical
When it comes to medical, Wolters Kluwer has you covered with access to several options so you can choose what’s best for you. There are three national options: Two consumer driven plans, the Enhanced HSA Plan and the Core HSA Plan that qualify for a Health Savings Account (HSA), as well as a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) Plan. All three are through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, cover the same services and prescription drugs and offer in-network preventive care at 100%. If you are in Illinois or California, you may also have a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) option to consider.
Support for your path to parenthood
When you enroll in a national Wolters Kluwer medical plan, you also have access to inclusive benefits that support many paths to parenthood, including donor and surrogacy assistance, virtual holistic coaching and fertility treatments. These benefits are provided through Kindbody.
When enrolling in coverage
- Consider when you prefer to pay for care. Depending on whether you’d prefer to pay more in upfront contributions and less at the time of care, or less in contributions and more at the time of care, Wolters Kluwer provides options to meet your needs. Learn more.
- Think about who you need to cover. When you enroll, you can add your eligible dependents including your spouse/domestic partner and/or your child(ren) up to age 26. Consider whether it makes sense for you and your family to be covered under the medical plan or through your spouse’s/domestic partner’s employer (if applicable). Learn about dependent eligibility.
- Consider your anticipated health care needs. Think about how you and family members use medical coverage. Based on your personal situation and upcoming health care needs and preferences, decide which plan makes the most sense for you. Learn more.
- Explore the tax-saving accounts that are compatible with each Medical plan. Both consumer driven health plans are paired with an HSA, which allows you to save money, pay for eligible health care expenses and invest to grow your account balance, all tax free. If you enroll in the PPO, you can contribute to the Health Care Flexible Spending Account.
- Review your contributions. You will make your benefit elections through the Wolters Kluwer Benefits Center, our benefits enrollment platform. When you enroll, you will be able to view the contribution rates for each plan and access the decision support tool to help you select your benefits.
- Check if an HMO is available in your area. This additional medical plan option is only available in certain areas — depending on your home zip code. If available to you, you will see it through the Wolters Kluwer Benefits Center when you enroll. Key features of an HMO.
- Confirm your tobacco usage status: When you enroll, you are required to attest to your family’s use of tobacco separately for both the medical and optional life insurance plans. If you do not confirm your status, the system assumes you are a “tobacco user,” which means you’ll miss out on lower premiums for being a non-tobacco user.
If you’re a new hire or experience a qualifying life event (QLE) between October 29 – December 31, 2025, you’ll need to make benefit elections in two places. Learn more.
Dental
Smile – you have dental coverage through Wolters Kluwer. Keep your teeth and gums healthy with coverage through the Delta Dental Plan or the Cigna Dental HMO Plan.
When enrolling in coverage
- Consider your options. Both dental plans offer comprehensive coverage, but it’s important to review key similarities and differences. Compare the plans.
- Check if your provider is in-network. If you are considering the Dental HMO, there is no coverage for non-network dentists, so double check before you enroll through the Wolters Kluwer Benefits Center.
Vision
See what vision coverage has to offer, including access to a large national network of providers through EyeMed, an annual eye exam, benefits to help cover frames and lenses, discounts and more. The plan supplements the coverage available under your Wolters Kluwer medical plan.
When enrolling in coverage
- Consider if you need additional vision coverage. Since this plan supplements what’s available under the medical plan, review the coverage details to decide if it makes sense for you.
- Discuss if it makes sense to cover your dependents. Just like with medical and dental, you can enroll your eligible dependents in vision coverage. Discuss with your family if this makes sense for you and your situation.
Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Wolters Kluwer offers financial protection and support in case the unexpected occurs. You receive a base level of coverage automatically at no cost to you with the option to purchase more for added peace of mind:
- Basic Life and AD&D insurance: 1.5 times your annual base pay (provided automatically and paid for by the company).
- Optional coverage: Available at group term rates for yourself, spouse/domestic partner and children.
When enrolling in coverage
- Consider additional coverage. Based on your needs, you have the option to purchase Optional Life Insurance, Optional Dependent Life Insurance and Optional AD&D Insurance.
- Save money by being tobacco-free. Your costs for optional employee and spouse life insurance will be lower if you and your covered spouse do not use tobacco products.
- Understand when you need to provide Evidence of Insurability (EOI). EOI or proof of good health may include a questionnaire or physical exam that is subject to approval by the carrier for coverage over certain amounts.
- Name your beneficiary(ies). It’s important to name your beneficiary so that in the event that something happens to you, your assets are distributed according to your wishes. You can name your beneficiary when you enroll through the Wolters Kluwer Benefits Center and change at any time.
Disability
Our disability benefits offer financial protection at no cost to you if you’re unable to work due to short-term or long-term illness or injury. You’ll have access to both Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability:
- Short-Term Disability (STD) (30-day wait for new hires): Provided at no cost to you; you receive salary compensation during a short-term disability.
- Long-Term Disability (LTD): Provided at no cost to you and you also have the option to elect employee-paid LTD coverage.
When enrolling in coverage
- Understand how company-provided coverage works. You are automatically provided STD and LTD by the company at no cost to you. Learn more about your coverage.
- Review your option for employee paid LTD. You can elect employee-paid LTD coverage. With employee-paid LTD coverage, you pay for the premiums with after-tax dollars. If you become disabled, the benefit is tax free. With the company provided coverage, you will be taxed on the benefit you receive in the event you become disabled.
Voluntary Benefits
You have a range of voluntary benefits you can choose based on what you feel is best for you and your family. Voluntary benefits can make a difference by providing peace of mind and additional support when you need it.
Our voluntary benefits include Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Identity Protection, Discount Auto and Home Insurance, Legal Plan and Pet Insurance.
When enrolling in coverage
- Review your options for protection against unexpected medical costs. Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance provide financial assistance in the event of the unexpected. Learn more.
- Consider any upcoming legal needs you may have. The Legal Plan gives you access to a network of attorneys to help you with covered legal matters, including estate planning, adoption, civil suits, reproductive assistance and more.
- Think about protecting your identity. Identity Protection helps protect you against potential fraud through proactive identity and credit monitoring.
- Check out additional options. You have access to a range of voluntary benefits to help give you financial protection and peace of mind. Learn about additional options.
Together We Thrive
Through Together We Thrive, we offer resources to support you emotionally, physically, socially and financially because as we all strive to be our best, we thrive together. Our resources and tools support you and your family no matter where you are on your well-being journey.
We’re committed to strengthening a culture of well-being that encourages connection, support, and shared experiences. Throughout the year, you’ll find opportunities to engage with colleagues and take part in meaningful well-being activities and join conversations that help you thrive both personally and professionally.
One way to engage in your personal well-being journey is through Limeade, which is available to all U.S. benefit-eligible colleagues — regardless of medical plan enrollment — and to spouses/domestic partners enrolled in a Wolters Kluwer medical plan. With Limeade, at home or on the go, you have access to updates, resources, and educational content that supports your emotional, physical, social and financial well-being. If you haven't already, we encourage you to get started and create your account by going to wolterskluwer.limeade.com.
Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides you with professional and confidential support and resources to guide you through all of life’s ups and downs. This program is offered to you and your dependents at no cost, and you can use it for whatever you may need — from dealing with a personal crisis to planning a major life event to managing daily stressors.
There is no action you need to take to enroll in the EAP. To get started, go online to guidanceresources.com using the company ID: WKEAP.
meQuilibrium (meQ)
You and your adult dependents have access to meQuilibirum (meQ). This tool supports personal resiliency and is specifically designed to provide you with a personalized plan to help you discover simple techniques to shift the way you think about stressors in your life.
We’re here to help you thrive along your well-being journey, and that includes prioritizing your mental and emotional well-being. To learn more about the resources available and how to get started, check out our well-being guide.
Additional Resources
Health Advocate
You and your eligible family members have access to experts who can help you navigate the complexity of the health care system. You have confidential access to a Personal Health Advocate, typically a registered nurse, supported by medical directors and benefits and claims specialists who can help you with a range of services.
To contact a Health Advocate:
- Call 1-866-695-8622
- Visit www.HealthAdvocate.com/wolterskluwer (new member registration code is: XQNMS7C)
Kindbody
Whether you're exploring fertility, surrogacy, or menopause support, Kindbody offers inclusive care through BCBS national medical plans. Get access to top clinics, expert coaches, and holistic support—from preconception to postpartum and beyond. You can access their fertility and family building benefits through a large network of high-value partner clinics across the U.S.
In addition to fertility and family building services, Kindbody is also equipped to support the short-term and long-term impacts associated with menopause.
Start your journey today — Kindbody is here for every stage of life.
Note: Regional HMOs continue to offer fertility benefits through their own plans.
Hinge Health
Hinge Health is a coach-led digital program to help you manage chronic back, neck, and joint pain—at no cost to you or your family members enrolled in one of the BCBS national medical plans. When you enroll, you’ll receive a Welcome Kit with a free tablet and wearable motion-detection sensors for easy-to-do 10-minute exercise therapy sessions. Plus, you’ll be connected with your personal health coach who will tailor the program to your needs.
Visit hingehealth.com or call 1-855-902-2777.
Maximize your benefits throughout the year
Take advantage of Health Advocate.
Health Advocate is available to you and your family members and provides access to a team of experts who can help you navigate the complexities of health care — saving you time and money. To get started call 1-866-695-8622 or visit HealthAdvocate.com/member.
Schedule preventive screenings.
Preventive screenings are covered at 100% by your Wolters Kluwer medical plan and help manage your long-term health care expenses — as it is easier and often less expensive to treat health problems that are caught early.
Stay in-network.
Network providers provide discounts on your care, so you’ll save money when you stay in-network. Before you seek care, be sure your providers (doctor, dentist, eye doctor, hospital, facility, behavioral health provider) are in-network. Check to see if your provider is in-network.
Do your homework.
When you have planned health care needs (e.g., surgery, maternity, lab work), use your health plan’s cost estimator tool(s) to “shop” for services to get the most cost-effective price for your health care needs.
Talk to your doctor about lower cost alternatives.
If your doctor prescribes a brand-name drug, ask your pharmacist if a generic is available.
Think about your options when you need care.
When you need medical care, it’s important to consider all of the options available to you. Heading to the emergency room (ER) is not always the best first choice (unless your condition is serious or life-threatening). Where to get the right level of health care often depends on the situation. Learn more.
Get relief for chronic back, neck and joint pain.
If you enroll in one of our medical plans through BCBS, you have access to Hinge Health, a digital program led by coaches who will tailor the support to meet your needs. Visit hingehealth.com or call 1-855-902-2777 to get started.
