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Direct Contracting 101: Collaborations Between Employers and Health Care Providers

Direct Contracting 101: Collaborations Between Employers and Health Care Providers

As employers continue to encounter escalating health care costs, many are exploring the "direct contracting" option, which allows for direct service and pricing negotiations with health care providers. While the direct contracting opportunity represents potential cost savings, these arrangements are highly complex and warrant thorough analysis and complete understanding. 

This Jones Day White Paper provides an overview of direct contracting, outlines the benefits for employers and plan participants, and describes the practical and legal considerations involved.

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