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PPOs: the employer perspective.

T Rice¹, J Gabel, G de Lissovoy

¹University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.

Journal of Health Politics, Policy and Law

|January 1, 1989

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A 1987 national survey found that 11% of employees were enrolled in preferred provider organizations (PPOs). Employers reported mild cost savings and high satisfaction with PPOs, contrasting with criticism of HMOs.

Area of Science:

Health Services Research
Health Economics
Employee Benefits

Background:

Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs) emerged as a significant managed care option for employers.
Understanding employer experiences with PPOs is crucial for evaluating their impact on healthcare delivery and costs.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess employer experiences with Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs) in 1987.
To examine the prevalence, cost impact, and satisfaction levels associated with PPOs.
To compare employer satisfaction with PPOs versus Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs).

Main Methods:

Conducted a national survey of nearly 700 employee benefit managers via telephone interviews in 1987.
Collected data on employee enrollment in PPOs and employer perceptions.

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Analyzed the impact of PPOs on health insurance premiums and employer satisfaction.

Main Results:

11% of employees were enrolled in PPOs nationwide in 1987.
PPO market share varied regionally, with a strong presence in the West (nearly one-third of employees) but minimal presence in the East (1%).
PPOs showed mild cost savings compared to conventional insurance, and employers expressed high satisfaction with PPOs, while being critical of HMOs.

Conclusions:

PPOs had established a significant presence across employers of all sizes by 1987.
Employers perceived PPOs as offering moderate cost benefits and high satisfaction.
Findings suggest a preference for PPOs over HMOs among employers surveyed in 1987.