Health Payer Intelligence February 27, 2024
Privately insured adults in traditional plans were more satisfied with their health plan coverage than those in high-deductible plans.
Privately insured adults are generally satisfied with their health plan coverage, valuing their low out-of-pocket costs and premiums, provider networks, and prescription drug coverage, according to data from the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) and Greenwald Research.
The Consumer Engagement in Health Care Survey (CEHCS) included responses from 2,020 privately insured individuals gathered between October 16 and December 11, 2023. The survey reflected data from those in traditional plans and high-deductible health plans (HDHPs).
The majority of respondents reported getting coverage through their job (60 percent) or through a spouse’s job (24 percent). Just 15 percent received coverage directly from a...