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The growing demand for health care and rising costs — especially for prescription drugs and hospital services — are challenging doctors, patients, health plans, businesses and the entire health care system. The result of these challenges are higher out-of-pocket costs and higher premiums nationwide. Local health care leaders are already working and collaborating to make care more Read More »
Proactive health care supports healthier employees and creates a stronger, more resilient workplace. Deloitte estimates that proactive health measures could save the U.S. health care system up to $2.2 trillion annually by 2040, equating to more than $7,000 per person. Yet today, much of our nation’s health care spending still focuses on treating illness instead Read More »
Prescription drugs are a big part of health care today, and their rising costs affect everyone, from your business to your employees. At Univera Healthcare, our focus is right here in Western New York, where we live and work alongside you. As a nonprofit health plan, we reinvest in the people and communities we serve, Read More »
We understand the pressures small businesses face in today’s economic climate and we continue to be right here for you. As your local, nonprofit Health Plan, we’re committed to helping small businesses find meaningful ways to manage costs while improving the quality of care for employees. Growing demand for health care and rising costs – Read More »
Running a small business takes dedication and we’re here to help you make the most of the year ahead. Our commitment is to ensure you get the greatest value from your benefits that support your employees in meaningful ways. Even in a challenging year, we’ve worked to deliver value, improve access, and help manage costs. Read More »
Mental health plays a vital role in overall wellbeing, both in and out of the workplace. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, depression symptoms disrupt daily functioning, including cognitive performance in the workplace for 87.9% of affected adults. Many employees living with conditions like anxiety or depression still face challenges Read More »
Cancer care is complex, but it doesn’t have to be fragmented. At Univera Healthcare, we believe better outcomes happen when everyone involved in a patient’s care works together. That’s why we support a modern, collaborative model, one where oncologists, pharmacists, and hematologists align to deliver the right treatment at the right time with compassion and Read More »
At Univera Healthcare, we understand that your employees living with diabetes affects every aspect of their life. Managing diabetes well is important for not only helping them stay healthy to avoid complications, but also manage health care costs for your business. That’s where we come in with our diabetes management program that puts people first. Read More »
Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions, such as back, neck and joint pain are one of the leading drivers of health care expenses in the U.S. and consistently one of the top three highest costs for health plans. In 2021, there was an estimated 9.5 million visits to the emergency department across the U.S. for MSK conditions.1 And in Read More »
Across the nation, employers are seeing a steady rise in pharmacy costs. Factors like increased demand for specialty medications, new drugs entering the market, and off-label use of weight loss medications are pushing costs higher than ever. At Univera Healthcare, we understand these challenges — and we’re here to help. Our holistic approach is built Read More »