Employers are also steering employees to high-value care, including alternative networks, high- performance networks, and centers of excellence. These approaches deliver savings focusing on the quality and e昀케ciency of a provider network, rather than its breadth. Navigation or advocacy services can also be used to steer employees to higher-value care. Research shows that primary care can deliver greater health care value through its focus on prevention, early detection, and more cost- 7 e昀昀ective specialists. 34% of employers are using various network strategies 7 to manage costs. Employers are also looking to invest in population health management programs and enhanced clinical management models. Integration in the areas of primary care physicians, specialists, and hospitals provides medical, care, and patient management processes designed to improve a fragmented delivery system. One where incentives are aligned and better health outcomes 7 can be achieved. 2023 Benefits Trends: The evolving workplace 61
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