A recent survey by the Business Group on Health found that 58 percent of 122 large employers surveyed said they are operating an on-site clinic, according to an article on the Fierce Healthcare article.
Another 3 percent said their first clinic will open next year. Eleven percent said they are considering opening a clinic in 2022 or 2023.
According to the report, on-site clinics are flexible enough to adapt to the current landscape and provide COVID-19 and virtual care.
Nearly a quarter of those surveyed said they're aiming to circumvent some of the traditional delivery system, while 5 percent said they plan to pursue alternative payment and delivery models.
Workplace clinics and wellness centers have been gaining popularity in recent years. In Southeast Michigan, for instance self-funded employers or unions have opened healthcare facilities to save money on their health insurance costs, according to an Crains Detroit Business article.
Read the full Fierce Healthcare article.
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