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Are you doing enough to support your members with cancer? Do your programs manage total cost of care? Payers leave cost containment dollars on the table when they create oncology utilization management strategies but don’t consider patient care management within their cancer care programs. In a survey of patients with cancer, 66% did not feel they had access to after-hours support and 73% didn’t use or benefit from mental health therapy. These gaps may lead to greater and more expensive care utilization, including unnecessary emergency department visits and hospitalizations. By doing more for your members, you drive care improvements that deliver cost-savings for your plan, employers, and members. This white paper outlines considerations for a holistic support program including:
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