Watch for brokers to sell more and varied services and tointegrate with other health care constituents in implementing:

  • Value-based benefit programs - optimized plan designs thatincent members and providers to comply with specific protocols ofcare.
  • Population health management - stratification of employees;early identification of those with high health risks; programs thatsupport members who account for the greatest claim costs; andincentives that drive program participation, cost savings andimproved clinical outcomes.
  • Wellness services and programs - lifestyle programs that helpemployees and their families manage the controllable behaviors ofovereating, physical inactivity and smoking.
  • Value-based reimbursement programs - incentives for careproviders, medical practices and facilities to adhere toevidenced-based medicine and other quality measures in providingcare for consumers.

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