Crisis in Care: Solving the Primary Care Puzzle for Employers

20/08/2025 1h 0min Temporada 3 Episodio 4
Crisis in Care: Solving the Primary Care Puzzle for Employers

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The U.S. healthcare system is facing a mounting primary care crisis—marked by physician shortages, limited access, and rising costs. In this timely episode, we examine how the decline in effective primary care is not just a health issue, but a serious business concern for employers grappling with escalating healthcare expenses and workforce wellbeing challenges.Our expert guests unpack the systemic issues behind the crisis and explore what employers can do to strengthen access to quality primary care. You’ll hear practical insights into benefits design, provider partnerships, and policies that prioritize prevention, continuity, and cost control.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why primary care is foundational to employee health and healthcare affordabilityThe downstream impact of poor access on absenteeism, chronic disease, and claimsWhat forward-thinking employers are doing to restore value to primary careStrategies to align health benefits with long-term business and employee health goalThis is a must-listen for HR leaders, benefits professionals, and executives seeking sustainable healthcare strategies that work for both their people and their bottom line.

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