Employer health plans: Evolving expectations
Deloitte’s findings on the health plan innovations employers are seeking
The US health care market needs are shifting, presenting an opportunity for employer health plans to innovate and grow. Rising health care fees, advancing technologies, and a heightened focus on employee well-being are driving employers to seek solutions that go beyond traditional cost and network considerations. To build competitive advantage, health plans should develop strategies that address these challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Key insights from employee health benefit decision-makers
To understand these trends, Deloitte surveyed chief human resources officers (CHROs) and key decision-makers responsible for employee health benefit solutions. The findings reveal that while core elements such as price and network stability remain critical, employers are increasingly focused on employee well-being offerings, flexible coverage, and a more direct relationship with carriers.
Six factors that matter most to employers
Our research shows that employers are driven by six main factors when selecting or replacing a health plan.
