My Health Rewards, the UAB Employee Wellness incentive program that rewards participants for healthy behaviors, is now open for enrollment for 2026.

The no-cost, voluntary program is open to all UAB, UAB Hospital, UAB LLC, UA Health Services Foundation, Cooper Green and UAB Health System employees enrolled in a 2026 medical plan as the primary policyholder. Participants can earn up to $350 a year for behaviors like staying physically active, completing age/gender-specific screenings, and participating in health and wellness programs at UAB.

This past year, more than 5,500 employees activated their My Health Rewards account, and more than 3,500 logged enough healthy behaviors to receive a payout of $50 or more.

“Last year, we saw so many employees take meaningful steps toward improving their health and that momentum is carrying us into 2026,” said UAB employee Wellness Manager Emily Skaggs.

Following significant enhancements in 2025, including introducing a fully functional mobile app and a new online portal, the program will continue to expand in 2026.

“We’re excited to build on last year’s success,” said Skaggs.

New for 2026

Highlights of the 2026 My Health Rewards Program, according to Skaggs, include new peer‑to‑peer challenges for motivation and accountability, pop-up activities throughout the year, and a larger focus on mental health through collaboration with the UAB Employee Assistance & Counseling Center.

Point-earning opportunities have been expanded to include additional EACC offerings such as completing the upcoming Freedom from Smoking Support Group, downloading the TAO (Therapy Assistance Online) app, and earning badges in the UAB Cares Mental Health Advocate Program. 

Starting this year, participants can also take advantage of the HealthCheck360 support line specifically for UAB employees by calling 866-511-0360 ext 5099, available Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Additional enhancements include:

• Simplified activity tracking with participants earning 10 points per day for either 30 minutes of activity or 7,000 steps
• Improved claims tracking with updated CPT codes
• Point-earning opportunities for volunteering and race/fitness events (up to six times per year)
• Monthly HealthCheck360 coaching webinars
• Peer-to-peer challenges and clearer challenge schedules in the app

To learn more about what’s new for 2026, or to activate your My Health Rewards account for the first time, visit uab.edu/myhealthrewards. No reactivation is required for returning users; just log in to the myHC360+ app and start earning points.