Consumer Driven Health Care

EmpiRx Health survey found that it is possible for health care services to provide a system of support and sustain costs, especially in a time of crisis.

A 7.5% increase is expected due to delayed preventive care during the pandemic, however, employers are hesitant to increase employees' portion of the benefit cost coverage.

The health care industry is preparing for a big hit from delayed medical care of chronic diseases. But there's good news, too.

"Flexible benefits programs that bring more choice, personalization, and joy back into the employee experience are key to standing out as an employer of choice," the study from Benepass says.

New employee demands for mental health and financial planning benefits, along with the ongoing impacts of a tight labor market, have many employers looking at offering more, not less, when it comes to benefits.

"Affordable, comprehensive coverage for all Americans is essential to good health and a strong health care system," says Dr. David Blumenthal, president of the Commonwealth Fund.