Summary

U.S. macroeconomic conditions continue to cause a myriad of headwinds for healthcare Payer communities facing operating and administrative cost pressures. While the shift from fee-for-service (FFS) to value-based care (VBC) models is not new, it is accelerating rapidly and revolutionizing Provider engagement. 

The market has shifted with a surge in Medicare members. Meanwhile, regulatory compliance is expanding and tightening. Vital data is more complex than ever to amalgamate across the patient’s disjointed care journey. Consumers are demanding more transparency, access, and control. Digital Innovation, Advanced Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly Generative AI (GenAI), are at the forefront of industry discussions, with leaders striving to improve margins, revolutionize customer service, and improve health outcomes for riskier populations.