Voices of Self Funding: DPC - Unlocking Cost Savings and Improving Patient Experience

On this episode of Voices of Self-Funding, host Ramesh sits down
with Jeffrey Bloom, a 25+ year veteran in healthcare and employee
benefits, to unpack the power of Direct Primary Care (DPC) for
self-funded employers. Jeff brings deep expertise spanning
underwriting, care delivery, and affinity markets — and a passion
for reshaping member experiences. Together, they explore how DPC: •
Delivers hard savings: 12–18% reduction in year one healthcare
spend (net of fees), plus an additional 8% stop-loss discount by
deflecting high-cost claims. • Transforms access: Members get
appointments in 24–48 hours—far faster than traditional systems. •
Drives satisfaction & productivity: A scalable, capitated model
that eliminates balance billing, improves engagement, and enhances
workforce health. This conversation reframes primary care not just
as a benefit, but as a strategic cost-containment lever for
employers committed to optimizing spend and boosting employee
well-being. This episode was sponsored by WLT Software. For more
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