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Large U.S. employers are beginning to ask: Could contracting directly with health systems reduce costs while improving employee health?
As part of a growing trend, more companies are seeking direct-to-employer accountable care organization (ACO) arrangements. The goal is to create a more affordable health benefit option for employees that is outcome-oriented and results in a healthier, more productive workforce. Global employers such as Intel, Micron Technology, and Boeing have pioneered these sorts of arrangements in the past few years.