Willowbend Health & Wellness
Preventative Health Initiative (PHI)
A Smarter Approach to Employee Health, Benefits & Cost Savings
The Preventative Health Initiative (PHI), delivered in partnership with Willowbend Health & Wellness, is a comprehensive, employer-sponsored wellness program designed to improve employee health outcomes while reducing overall healthcare costs—at zero net cost to the employer. By combining proactive medical care with strategic tax advantages, PHI shifts the focus from reactive treatment to true preventative, integrative health.
About Us
What We Do
Willowbend Health and Wellness is a woman-owned SBE certified small business established in 2004 by Dr. Phyllis J. Gee, MD. As founder and medical director, Dr. Gee established the business to be a unique integrative functional medicine practice dedicated to addressing the root causes of chronic illness and promoting whole-body wellness while providing advanced women’s health services. Willowbend combines the best of conventional medicine and functional medicine with other therapies to provide personalized care that enhances health, restores balance, and optimizes wellness.
The Willowbend Difference
At Willowbend Health & Wellness, care goes beyond traditional medicine. Through an integrative approach, employees gain access to:
Advanced wellness therapies
Preventative & Integrative medicine
Healthy weight loss & detoxification programs
Personalized health strategies designed for long-term vitality
This elevated level of care ensures employees don’t just avoid illness—they optimize their health and performance.
The Value Proposition
For Employers
• Average $500 per employee annual FICA tax savings
• Potential for significant additional annual savings across workforce
• Zero net cost to employer for implementation
• Reduced absenteeism and healthcare claims
• Improved retention, productivity, and company culture
For Employees
• Up to $1,500/month in health & wellness benefits (~$18,000/year)
• Access to premium preventative and integrative care
• No copays for many covered services
• Support for both physical and mental well-being
• Expanded access for family members (in many services)
Program Components
Through Willowbend Health & Wellness PHI, employees receive access to:
- 24/7 Telehealth with Urgent Care
- Mental Health & Counseling Services
- Personalized Wellness Coaching (nutrition, fitness, lifestyle)
- Preventative & Integrative Medicine Services
- Hormone Therapy & Optimization Services
- Lab Testing & Prescription Support (where applicable)
Business Impact
All administration is handled seamlessly, creating a turnkey solution with minimal employer involvement.
How It Works
- Built on ACA-compliant wellness incentives and tax advantages
- Employers implement a structured wellness program managed by third party
- Employees engage in preventative health activities
- Employers realize immediate tax savings while enhancing employee benefits
Business Impact
- Lower long-term healthcare costs by addressing root causes of disease
- Increased employee engagement and satisfaction
- Competitive advantage in recruiting and retention
- Stronger, healthier, more productive workforce
Why It Matters
Chronic illness, stress, and rising healthcare costs continue to impact businesses nationwide. This program redefines the model by focusing on:
- Prevention instead of reaction
- Optimization instead of maintenance
- Long-term health instead of short-term fixes
Bottom Line
With Willowbend Health & Wellness, the Preventative Health Initiative becomes more than a benefits program—it’s a strategic health and financial wellness solution:
✔ Reduce costs
✔ Elevate employee benefits
✔ Transform workforce health