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The US healthcare system is shifting from hospital-centric to consumer-centric care. This transformation, called "great disintermediation," creates opportunities for innovative, technology-enabled solutions.

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Area of Science:

Healthcare innovation
Health services research
Digital health

Background:

The US healthcare system is undergoing significant transformation.
Traditional healthcare models are being challenged by new approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

To analyze the phenomenon of healthcare disintermediation.
To identify opportunities for technology-enabled innovators.

Main Methods:

Literature review on healthcare delivery models.
Analysis of market trends in health technology.
Case study of disruptive innovations.

Main Results:

Healthcare is experiencing a "great disintermediation."
New care models enhance consumer access to healthcare.
The system is shifting towards a consumer-centric focus.

Conclusions:

Technology-enabled innovators can disrupt traditional healthcare relationships.
Risk-ready companies can capitalize on this market shift.
The future of healthcare is increasingly consumer-driven.