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2026 – A Turning Point for Direct Primary Care

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For years, Direct Primary Care (DPC) has been a promising—but niche—alternative to traditional primary care delivery. But that perception is about to change. Recent legislative and regulatory developments are positioning 2026 as a pivotal year for DPC adoption, particularly among employers and individuals seeking more predictable, accessible, and cost-effective care. The HSA Barrier Is Finally […]

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The Movement from Defined Benefit to Defined Contribution: How the Rise of Healthcare Exchanges Is Accelerating Adoption

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For decades, employer-sponsored healthcare in the United States has operated on a defined-benefit model: companies selected a plan (or a small set of plans), negotiated annual renewals, absorbed unpredictable cost increases, and attempted to balance affordability with adequate coverage for employees. While this model served its purpose in a more stable benefits environment, it has

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The Big Beautiful Bill: HSAs Meet Direct Primary Care — A Game-Changer for Patients, Doctors, and Employers

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Buried in the recent omnibus healthcare legislation, the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), is a long-awaited update. You can now use Health Savings Account (HSA) funds to purchase Direct Primary Care (DPC) memberships. How the OBBB Impacts HSAs Historically, IRS rules restricted the use of HSA dollars for DPC, citing it as a form of

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Why Employed Primary Care Physicians Are a Losing Proposition for Health Systems

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Every so often, an article emerges that so perfectly aligns with a company’s strategy to address a problem, and discovering it feels like striking gold. Kaufman Hall’s recent piece, “Hospitals keep losing money on physicians. Is there another way?” is one of those articles. The fundamental question raised in the article—to employ or not to

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How Accresa Helps Providers Thrive in a Retail Environment

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The healthcare landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift. With rising costs, increasing demand for transparency, and growing pressure on healthcare labor resources, the needs of employers and employees are constantly changing. In response, current healthcare models are being reimagined, returning to more traditional subscription models. At the center of this transformation is Accresa. Our platform

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The Amazoning of US Healthcare: Changes on the Way

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A quick look at recent history shows massive disruption in industries like banking, media, manufacturing, travel, and hospitality. What these fields have in common is that successful disruption has removed friction from the acquisition of goods and services. Healthcare often lags behind. But a current movement in US healthcare could bring changes that saves billions

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Healthcare Transparency Impact on Patients and Providers

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Healthcare transparency often brings clarity, guiding patients and providers toward better outcomes in a complex business landscape. Nearly 90% of patients in the United States believe price transparency in healthcare is important. Yet only a small fraction of patients feel confident they can access accurate pricing information. This glaring disparity underscores the critical need for

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Improve Employee Health Benefits with Subscription Care

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Health benefits are vital for a strong company culture. They help attract top talent and keep teams productive. In a competitive job market, offering strong health benefits is essential to attract and keep top talent. However, costs are rising rapidly, with projections reaching over $15,000 per employee by 2024. Even with high spending, employees often struggle

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