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EX Program: A proven tobacco cessation program for ages 18+

A digital health solution for tobacco cessation

Meet EX Program Premium, the most validated digital tobacco cessation program available on the market today.

EX Program, developed with Mayo Clinic, is the best strategic partner for employers and health plans in ending smoking, vaping, and nicotine addiction. As an enterprise digital tobacco cessation treatment, we leverage evidence-based strategies, the latest technology, and advanced data analytics to achieve meaningful outcomes.

Use a tobacco surcharge or incentive? EX Program qualifies as a reasonable alternative standard. Our approach to incentives is grounded in the best science and art of treating tobacco dependence. And it works. For over a decade, EX Program has helped people quit smoking and live a tobacco-free life.

Resources for tobacco cessation provided under EX Program:

Tobacco Quit Plan

Our quit plan provides the specialized support each tobacco user needs for the behavioral, social, and physical aspects of tobacco addiction.

EX Plan details

Quit Nicotine Community

As the longest-running, largest tobacco cessation community, thousands of tobacco users and ex-users share candid advice and powerful motivation.

EX COMMUNITY DETAILS

Live Chat Coaching

Our EX Coaches are tobacco treatment experts who understand how this addiction affects each person’s life differently and how best to overcome it.

QUIT SMOKING COACH DETAILS

Quit Tobacco App

EX^® Duo puts an EX Coach in the pocket for on-the-go confidential support throughout a participant’s quit journey to quit smoking, vaping, or chewing tobacco.

MOBILE APP DETAILS

Text Messaging

EX Program’s robust text messaging platform delivers interactive and dynamic messages based on how the tobacco user has—or hasn’t—engaged with the program.

TEXT PLATFORM DETAILS

Quit Medication

Using quitting medications can double the chances of quitting successfully. EX Coaches help people find the right medication to work for them.

Medication details

Our unique combination of powerful digital tools integrated with the supportive accountability of expert coaches and a vibrant online community generates meaningful results for your organization.

How does EX Program stand out above other tobacco cessation programs?

Proven approach: Since 2008, we have partnered with the Mayo Clinic Nicotine Dependence Center, ensuring our program delivers the most effective evidence-based methods for quitting smoking, vaping, and nicotine use.
Innovative tobacco cessation treatment: Our program pioneers nicotine addiction treatment, leveraging advanced technology, data analytics, and insights into modern tobacco user behavior to drive significant outcomes.
Real-time performance insights: Real-time dashboards provide continuous visibility into program effectiveness.
Personalized expert support: Participants receive tailored quit tobacco plans, live chat coaching, access to an online support community, free cessation medications, and customized text messaging.
Strategic client support: Clients benefit from dedicated Client Success teams offering strategic advice on best practices for tobacco surcharges, policy implementation, and ongoing promotional strategies.

Member testimonials from EX Program's tobacco cessation solution

I have to admit, the only reason I even did this was because of the crazy charge on my paychecks. I just kind of rolled my eyes at all the people I talked to who said it helped so and so quit smoking. To be honest, I feel like it really is helping me!!!! The texts remind me throughout the day that I have a goal and really need to do this for myself! So kudos to you guys - I have a thick shell that's hard to get through.

Today I am at 100 days. I made it here by not lighting them up. Easy in theory and hell in practice. The hell is over for the most part although there are days that feel more hellish than others. Thank you all for the support. I couldn't have done this without all of you holding my hand and supporting me.

Can this be real? I've been smoke free for almost a week. Each day smoke free is a huge blessing to me and my daughter. I am so thankful I signed up with this group. You guys are so encouraging. Hopefully not smoking helps with my depression and anxiety and mood swings.

Interested in adding a tobacco surcharge to incentivize users to sign up for your tobacco cessation program? Follow the 5-factor test.

To legally impose a higher premium for tobacco use, wellness programs must adhere to the following 5-factor test for a tobacco surcharge:

Frequency of opportunity: The program must allow individuals eligible for tobacco cessation to qualify for the lower premium at least once annually.
Size of reward: The premium difference cannot exceed 50% of the total cost of employee-only coverage under the plan, or if applicable, 50% of the total coverage cost for employees and dependents.
Reasonable design: Tobacco cessation programs must be designed to promote health or prevent disease, offering reasonable assistance to tobacco users to improve their health.
Uniform availability and alternative standards: Lower premiums must be available to all similarly situated individuals, with reasonable alternative standards provided for those for whom meeting initial requirements is unreasonably difficult due to medical reasons.
Notice of alternative means: Plans must disclose in all materials the terms of tobacco cessation programs and the availability of a reasonable alternative standard.