Managed Healthcare Executive January 6, 2026
Key Takeaways
- Employers will be held accountable for healthcare costs, driven by transparency, fiduciary pressure, and legislative efforts like the Patients Deserve Price Tags Act.
- Patients will demand transparency and value, expecting personalized, data-rich experiences with clear prices and quality indicators, influencing healthcare choices.
- The next phase of the Mental Health Parity Act aims to improve access to mental health services by addressing disparities and including out-of-network services.
- Doulas will be recognized as essential maternity care providers, leading to organized teams, improved birth outcomes, and increased legitimacy in the healthcare system.
Experts predict shifts in U.S. healthcare for this year, focusing on affordability, consumer demands, mental health equity and the essential role of doulas.
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