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Potential future elements of dental care financing--a third-party payer's perspective
Paul A Manos1, James B Bramson2
1United Concordia Dental, CA, USA. paul.manos@ucci.com
Journal of the California Dental Association
|March 7, 2014
Summary
Dental care financing is evolving, impacting service delivery and payment models. Increased consumer focus on price will drive transparency and accountability in dental benefits.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Dental Economics
- Healthcare Policy
Background:
- The dental care industry is undergoing significant shifts in its financial structures.
- Consumer and purchaser demand for cost-effectiveness is a primary driver of these changes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the anticipated changes in dental care financing.
- To explore the impact of these financial shifts on dental care delivery and reporting.
Main Methods:
- Review of current trends in the dental benefits industry.
- Analysis of consumer and purchaser priorities regarding dental care costs.
Main Results:
- Anticipated changes in dental care financing will significantly affect service delivery and payment.
- Increased focus on price, compensation, metrics, and wellness initiatives is expected.
Conclusions:
- The dental benefits industry will likely see greater transparency, accountability, and outcome reporting.
- Future dental care models will be shaped by financial pressures and a demand for measurable results.
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