Managed Healthcare Executive September 6, 2023
Healthcare beyond the doors of the doctor’s office has the potential to offer more care to more people. But payers need to think about how to ensure that care is consistent. Regardless of the setting, care decisions must be based on evidence-based content and supported with strong patient education.
It’s no secret that the healthcare landscape is changing. In fact, according to a recent survey 61% of Americans believe that within five years most primary care services will be provided at sites such as pharmacies and retail clinics rather than at the traditional doctor’s office.
The industry data backs that up. A study from May by Definitive Healthcare states that retail clinic claims volumes grew 200% from 2017 through 2022....