Understanding the identity of services rendered by every provider is foundational to connecting a negotiated rate to a specific provider and location.

Katie Patton • Matt Ikard • Jim Browne • sanjula-jain

Studies

December 17, 2023

The Market Rate Has Been Revealed, and It Is Lower Than You Think

Our research reveals that rates vary widely within and among markets for the same healthcare services, even high-volume preventive procedures.

Katie Patton • sanjula-jain • Matt Ikard

Studies

July 23, 2023

Employers Have a Critical Role in Containing U.S. Healthcare Spending

Health plan price transparency should compel health economy stakeholders to compete based on cost, quality and access, which are elements of value.

Katie Patton • sanjula-jain

Studies

June 18, 2023

National Distribution Reveals Variation in Quality, Financial and Competitive Performance Among Renowned U.S. Hospitals

Accounting for factors such as services rendered, bed size and market characteristics is critical for identifying true hospital peers.

Katie Patton • sanjula-jain

Studies

May 21, 2023

While Originally Intended for Consumers, Health Plan Price Transparency Will Ultimately Promote Value-Based Competition

Challenges in leveraging health plan price transparency data, including errors in cardiology rates, limit accessibility and analysis for data experts.

Katie Patton • sanjula-jain • Matt Ikard • Colin Macon

Studies

May 14, 2023

Patients Prescribed Drugs Like Ozempic® and Mounjaro® Have Increased Over 300%

The combination of demand and America’s obesity crisis has established telehealth companies to target the obesity and weight management market.

Katie Patton • Austin Miller • sanjula-jain

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