To Move the Needle on Surgical Spend, It’s Time to Focus on Demand

It’s no secret that health plans face a serious surgery utilization problem. However, common utilization management strategies, such as prior authorizations, are increasingly regulated, create member and provider abrasion, and are becoming less effective in reducing long-term costs. Download our eBook for guidance on how to manage rising surgical spend.

Topics covered include:

• Common surgical cost drivers
• Barriers to cost containment and limitations of utilization management strategies
• How to augment traditional supply-focused cost management methods with demand-side strategies proven to reduce surgery incidence, complications, and costs
• Key components of successful demand-side strategies that drive maximum cost savings