Health Care System

The United States health care system encompasses a mixture of private and public entities that are either non-profit or for-profit. Health care coverage may be financed through federal and state government programs or can be purchased through the health insurance marketplace. In contrast, a smaller proportion of the U.S. population is uninsured. The resulting effects of a decentralized system has led to considerable challenges for provider organizations—including cost pressures, a push towards alternative payment models, and market consolidation. Despite these challenges, there are opportunities for provider organizations in reducing excess costs and utilization, particularly as payers look for innovative approaches that can demonstrate a return-on-investment in terms of cost and consumer outcomes.

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Why Unemployment Matters To Health Care Organizations

Since the start of the pandemic, 53 million Americans have filed for unemployment (see New Unemployment Claims Rise For The First Time Since April), close to 16% of the adult population. For many of these people, the loss of their job also means a loss of health insurance. Exactly how many Americans will lose their… Read