Member experience

Employee expectations for more consumer-driven experiences continue to grow, and those expectations carry over to how they access their health benefits and receive care. At UnitedHealthcare, we are working to create a better member experience — one that is simpler, more connected and supportive. That means helping members navigate the health system through a retail-inspired digital experience, personalized advocacy services, solutions that offer financial support and transparency, and reward and incentive programs that may help empower healthier behaviors.

Working to simplify care for members every day

Simpler digital experiences

The digital transformation in health care is spreading rapidly as “health care consumers” look for digital experiences with a high level of personalization, ease of use and immediate results.1 In fact, 4 out of 5 consumers use a digital platform to manage their care and benefits.2 At UnitedHealthcare, we’re continuing to enhance our digital experience to make it simpler, more connected and personalized for the members we serve.

Compassionate, personalized support

A recent survey found that all consumers struggle to understand their benefits or find care3 — and those struggles can cause employees to defer, delay or choose care that may not be appropriate for their conditions. Those challenges can become amplified when employees are dealing with a complex or vulnerable health situation for either themselves or a covered dependent. That’s where UnitedHealthcare advocates come in.

Greater cost clarity and financial support

Health care costs continue to climb, creating tight and sometimes unsustainable financial situations for employers and employees. A little less than 75% of adults said they are either “very” or “somewhat worried” about being able to afford unexpected medical bills or the cost of health care services for themselves and their families.4 At UnitedHealthcare, we are working to reduce the burden that high costs can place on the shoulders of employees by allowing members to check costs before receiving treatment and to provide support when it comes time to pay for care.

Ongoing benefits education and engagement

If employees aren't aware of their benefits, they might not appreciate their value. However, employees who use and have positive experiences with their benefits are 2.4 times more likely to feel their health needs are being met.5 Educating employees about their benefits can significantly increase usage. By using effective communication, guidance, and data-driven insights, employers can help boost benefit utilization and create a healthier, happier workforce.

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