Survey: 67% of employers to prioritize controlling healthcare costs over next 3 years

MedCity News September 19, 2022
Marissa Plescia

Employers expect healthcare costs to increase 6% next year, up from the 5% increase they are experiencing this year. Respondents don’t see this improving down the road either, with 71% saying they anticipate moderate to significant increases over the next three years.

With healthcare costs expected to rise over the next three years, managing health plan costs is a top priority for many U.S. employers, a survey released Thursday found.

The Willis Towers Watson (WTW) report received responses from 455 U.S. employers in August. Those employers, both self-insured and fully-insured, have a total of 8.2 million employees.

Employers expect healthcare costs to increase 6% next year, up from the 5% increase they are experiencing this year. Respondents don’t see this...

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