Lantern

Employer Direct Healthcare, including SurgeryPlus and Cancer Care Direct, is now Lantern.   Just as a lantern guides the way through the darkness, Lantern steers your organization toward exceptional care for your employees and significant cost savings. We’re thrilled to reintroduce ourselves as Lantern and continue lighting the way forward for our members and partners. https://lnkd.in/g8GCiJt5

“I didn’t have to pay thousands of dollars [for multiple surgeries]…If it weren’t for Lantern, I wouldn’t have been able to afford it.” – Sandra P., Lantern member. A patient DID NOT have to pay thousands of dollars for multiple surgeries. How often do you get to hear that in healthcare? 🤔 When Sandra first heard about her surgery benefits through Lantern, she was skeptical. But after seeing a coworker’s success, she decided to take the leap. With the guidance of a Lantern Care Advocate and access to top-tier, vetted surgeons, Sandra underwent three life-changing procedures within six months, all stress-free and at zero cost to her. These procedures improved her mobility, health, and overall well-being. And she’s now back in the gym and focused on living her healthiest life. “I am very happy with Lantern. I have had a few surgeries, and each one was stressless and my Care Advocate was amazing!” Read Sandra’s full story and learn how Lantern is redefining access to high-quality, affordable care: https://lnkd.in/gRtBfXHi #Healthcare #SurgeryBenefits #PatientSuccess #NetworkOfExcellence

Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season! 

A majority of Americans get their health coverage from employer-sponsored plans. With the dual impacts of inflation and rising medical costs, employers are struggling to maintain affordable, high-quality benefits.     So where does employer-sponsored care go from here?    Our CEO John Zutter joined Matthew Holt for a wide-ranging conversation on the employer healthcare market, touching on topics like:    🔝 the competing pressures employers are facing;  🎯 successful strategies to keep costs low while maintaining high-quality care benefits;  🔮 the future of the employer-sponsored healthcare market.     Hear more of John’s perspectives in the full conversation on The Health Care Blog. 

MobiHealthNews dives into the biggest surprises of 2024, sharing insights from top healthcare executives on trends shaping the industry. Our president, Dickon Waterfield, highlights how rising healthcare costs are “ushering in a seismic shift in digital health.” This one is a worthwhile read: https://lnkd.in/gRKejPDa What surprised you most about healthcare in 2024?

As we approach 2025, it’s clear that the one-size-fits-all approach to healthcare no longer works. Every employee has unique health needs, and your workforce deserves a benefits partner that meets them where they are. Personalized, meaningful support isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential. Our Care Advocates deliver tailored 1:1 support for every member they serve. Here’s how we ensure exceptional care: 🌎 Multi-lingual communications to connect with members in their preferred language 📞 Short call hold times so help is always just moments away 💁 Single point of contact for a seamless, stress-free experience Healthcare benefits should empower your employees, not overwhelm them. #EmployeeWellness #PersonalizedCare #HealthcareInnovation #WorkplaceBenefits #CareAdvocates

Making a measurable impact for employees and organizations—our partnership with ArcBest is delivering impactful results. We’re proud to celebrate the remarkable impact of our partnership with ArcBest since 2022. Together, we've achieved milestones that benefit both the organization and its employees:    💰 Over $1 million in savings 📉 54% average savings per procedure with our Network of Excellence 😊 Employees have expressed their happiness and gratitude for the no-cost surgical procedures Learn more about our work with self-insured employers who want to deliver affordable, high-quality care to their employees. Link in the comments. #healthcare #specialtycare #centersofexcellence

What is specialty care, and why does it matter? It’s a question more people are starting to ask—and for good reason. Our CEO, John Zutter, recently joined Kevin Fyock on The Stretch podcast to dive into this topic: ✅ What specialty care really means for employers ✅ Why it’s critical to improving health outcomes ✅ How Lantern is rethinking the traditional centers of excellence model to deliver better care while saving on costs Give it a listen and learn how we’re transforming specialty care for the better. https://lnkd.in/ehUhUigP #healthcare #specialtycare #innovation #centersofexcellence

🚨Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions: A significant driver of healthcare expenses For many companies, MSK costs are among the biggest challenges in managing healthcare spend and Edward Jones was no exception. When Ryan McCracken, Director of Benefits at Edward Jones, analyzed their healthcare trends, he saw MSK conditions consistently impacting their bottom line. His goal was clear: find a comprehensive solution that could reduce costs, provide exceptional care, and ensure simplicity for employees navigating their benefits. That’s where Lantern and our Network of Excellence came in. In the video below, Ryan shares why Edward Jones chose Lantern as their partner to address MSK challenges and improve outcomes for their team. 🔗⬇️Want to hear the full story? Follow the link in the comments to watch our complete conversation with Ryan.

I had a lot of fun filming this NYSE Future in Five video. I was asked to share an idea that I think could rewrite the future of healthcare. My take? Not enough people are talking about the power of employers to drive down costs. Half the U.S. gets care through an employer, and in our experience, employers want to get care right. They’re focused on steering people to the right doctors at the right moments in their care. https://hubs.li/Q02_k7b80