The patients choose providers from that catalog based on price and reputation for quality care. Information about doctors, hospitals and other providers is posted online for patients who want to make more informed decisions. Attracting providers has not been a problem for Vivius, which invited all providers in Minneapolis to join. Employers who will offer Vivius plans to employees have noted some advantages, says Newcomer. Employers no longer have to choose a managed care network that may not include an employee's doctor.
Employees use the benefit to make their own choices.
Employers will have a predictable cost for health insurance coverage for their employees. It will not prevent increases to that benefit because employers will understand they must fund it at a competitive level or risk losing employees. To help lenders understand the risks involved in lending to the health care industry, RMA stays on top of developing trends. The Risks and Rewards. It will be held in Philadelphia, April 18-20, 2001.