5 growth strategies for health plans
From Mark Farrah Associates
A recent analysis from Mark Farrah Associates notes five areas payers should focus on this year.
1
Enter international markets
2
Compete in managed Medicaid
3
Develop private exchanges
4
Convert to value-based reimbursement contracts
5
Appeal to the consumer with technology
Source: Mark Farrah Associates, February 21, 2014
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