At a time when cancer incidence rates are rising, 72% of benefits leaders say that primary care providers and health plans are not meeting the cancer screening needs for their populations. In addition, 90% of benefits leaders surveyed said insurance coverage alone does not adequality provide key health care benefits to employees.

The findings are part of a new report by Color Health, which has partnered with the American Cancer Society (ACS) in providing cancer prevention and screening programs for employees across the country. In the new report, entitled "2024 Employer Insights Report: The State of Cancer," Color Health explored employer perspectives on cancer and the economic burden it puts on employers and employees alike.

Complete your profile to continue reading and get FREE access to BenefitsPRO, part of your ALM digital membership.

  • Critical BenefitsPRO information including cutting edge post-reform success strategies, access to educational webcasts and videos, resources from industry leaders, and informative Newsletters.
  • Exclusive discounts on ALM, BenefitsPRO magazine and BenefitsPRO.com events
  • Access to other award-winning ALM websites including ThinkAdvisor.com and Law.com
NOT FOR REPRINT

© 2024 ALM Global, LLC, All Rights Reserved. Request academic re-use from www.copyright.com. All other uses, submit a request to [email protected]. For more information visit Asset & Logo Licensing.