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Key Takeaways: Health care costs are projected to surge 9.5% in 2026, marking three consecutive years of increases above 5% Over one-third of large employers will offer nontraditional health plans in 2026, with another 29% considering them ICHRAs have experienced 30% adoption growth since 2023, with 255% projected growth by the end of this year Variable copay plans show 11% per-member-per-month savings and 60% increase in the use of top-quality providers Major carriers like U

Will digital health finally get the payment structure it deserves? Key Takeaways: CMS's ACCESS Model introduces outcome-based payments for technology-enabled chronic care, addressing a longstanding reimbursement gap in digital health The 10-year voluntary program targets conditions affecting two-thirds of Medicare beneficiaries including diabetes, hypertension, and behavioral health issues Over 500 technology-enabled care organizations have expressed intent to apply, signalin

In 2025, IMC stood up for the industry and successfully pushed back on the FCC’s one-to-one rule, protecting consumer choice and preserving responsible marketing practices. While this is a meaningful win, the work isn’t over. We remain focused on monitoring what comes next and advocating for smart, balanced regulation that works for consumers and businesses alike .