Migraine in the Workplace:
Negotiating for Better Migraine Benefits
Start a conversation with your insurance provider or pharmacy benefits manager about better migraine coverage for your team.
You can play a key role in helping employees with migraine feel better and work more effectively, starting with the benefits you provide.
As an employer, you have the power to negotiate with your health insurance provider and/or pharmacy benefits manager (PBM) for coverage that can make a real difference for employees with migraine.
This conversation guide breaks down key considerations and provides prompts to help you champion the right care for your team.
This worksheet is part of our Migraine in the Workplace employer toolkit, which offers a suite of plug-and-play resources designed to help companies support workers with this chronic condition.
In addition to this guide, the free toolkit includes:
📘 Migraine in the Workplace: A Guide for Employers
A four-step plan to support workers with migraine, improve employee health, and increase productivity.
❓ Migraine or Just a Headache? A Quick Test
Help employees self-screen for migraine symptoms so they can start their journey to getting the care they need.
✅ Migraine Accommodations Checklist
Evaluate how you're currently supporting employees with migraine and make plans for improvements.
🩺 HR Leader's Guide to Treatment Options
A brief overview of migraine treatments and how employers can support better access to care.
🧠 Managing My Migraine at Work
Tips for employees with migraine on taking charge of their health.
💬 Conversation Guide for Managers
Create a more inclusive workplace by having compassionate discussions about migraine.
📣 Sample Letter to Employees
Educate your team and share resources during Migraine & Headache Awareness Month and beyond.
For further assistance or information, please contact us at hello@healthaction.org.
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