OPPORTUNITY
Over the first few years of the implementation of the Affordable Care Act, we have called for sustained attention on controlling business healthcare costs as a part of health reform. We are pleased that there has been an effort to achieve more cost-effective use of medical personnel and expanded use of wellness incentives. The possible repeal of the Affordable Care Act mean that significant policy reforms may be necessary and that could affect the California market. We think healthcare is a right and look forward to working with the state on continuing to cover everyone, helping the care providers deliver excellent cost-effective care and lower costs for business.
CHALLENGE
Delivery of healthcare services is challenging, especially given the uncertainties at the Federal level. We seek to influence policies and programs that improve health outcomes and reduce overall healthcare costs for employers and employees in the North Bay. Specifically, we want to promote systemic reform that will increase efficiency, decrease the overall cost of health care, promote innovation in treatment and care, as well as promote wellness and prevention to reduce long-term costs and increase employee productivity. We wish to work diligently with state and federal policy makers to ensure that the needs and sensitivities businesses face are considered as Federal Health Care Reform is implemented at the state level.
