Report highlights key criteria for successful direct contracts and emerging opportunities for providers. NEW YORK , Aug. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new report from Brighton Health Plan Solutions, LLC, an overwhelming 75% of employers surveyed are engaged in direct contracts as part of their health benefits strategy, and 41% of those not currently in direct contracts are likely to consider them by 2025.
This trend marks a significant and surprising shift in how companies manage their healthcare benefits and underscores significant opportunities for provider organizations to meet the rising demand for direct arrangements. Available in a free, downloadable report , the survey results reveal important insights about employer perception of direct contracting amid rising healthcare costs. With healthcare costs continuing to escalate, organizations are embracing innovative provider strategies as an alternative to traditional models offered by insurance carriers.
The survey of 150 benefits leaders sheds light on the factors driving the adoption of direct provider arrangements and outlines what employers prioritize in these contracts. The findings provide actionable insights for providers looking to align their offerings with employer expectations and capitalize on the increasingly favorable market for direct to provider health plans. "These insights from benefits leaders highlight the growing trend of direct provider arrangements and the substantial benefits they offer e.