Walmart US workers are getting some new health care benefits in the new year
Walmart will expand its health benefits available to frontline workers, including a new no-cost prescription drug list.
Walmart, the largest private employer in the United States, announced on Tuesday that it will enhance health benefits for its 1.6 million employees starting in 2027. The retail giant plans to provide eligible plan participants with access to a wider range of health care services, including coverage for insulin, inhalers, and other medications.
Walmart's new health benefit package will include approximately 250 prescription drugs at no cost, covering essential treatments like GLP-1 medications for obesity. The company will also offer specialists for rare conditions such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), ensuring no-cost access to evaluation and treatment review.
Additionally, Walmart will provide 12 weeks of paid leave for employees whose newborns require admission to a neonatal intensive care unit, which can be combined with existing paid maternity and parental leave. The new health plans will commence at $39.80 per pay period, representing a $1.50 increase from the previous year.
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