You’re being asked to do more with less. Again.
Specialty care costs are rising fast. Employers are expected to control spend, improve outcomes, and prove ROI, all without adding headcount or complexity.
It’s Not Your Plan. It’s the System
Overall, 1 in 3 people in the U.S. who are referred to a specialist don’t follow-up to get care. 2
As many as 29% of surgeries performed in the U.S. today are unnecessary and up to 40% of cancer care is improper and could result in harm. 3,4
As many as 58% of Americans delay care due to its cost. 5
You’ve seen the problem—here’s what change looks like
Our approach to building thoughtful national networks for care lowers costs and improves outcomes.1
surgical avoidance for MSK
complication rate, compared with the national average of 8-15%
of members drive less than 50 miles for care
PEPM savings
on average
lower total medical spend
How We Make It Happen
With Lantern, your employees have access to individually vetted providers across the country and individualized help and support. Plus, you’ll save money by helping them find the right care, at the right place, at the right time.
Meet Lantern, the Specialty Care Platform
- Better outcomes: Less than 1% complication rate vs. the national average of 8-15%
- Lower cost of care: 55%+ lower rates than the average health plan
- Faster access: Members get scheduled 21 days faster (17 days vs. the national average of 38 days for specialty care) 1
- Rapid access to treatment: Relationships with community cancer centers and NCIs allow us to connect members to care in less than 10 days, on average
- Expert support and guidance: Lantern Oncology Nurse Navigators bring an average of 10+ years of experience
- Available to all: Lantern can help members at every age, diagnosis or stage 1
- Significant savings: Employers can save 40%+ on infusion costs with Lantern
- Personalized support: Members have a care team to answer their questions
- Care that works for busy schedules: Members have a variety of care options, including care at home 1
Don’t Just Take Our Word For It
$1 billion saved | 12 million members
What Our Clients Are Saying
“Having a solution like Lantern removes barriers and helps our associates access affordable, high-quality care.”
“We obviously evaluate cost savings in any situation, but it’s not necessarily the priority here. The priority is providing the best care for our employees.”
“We've had a number of individuals tell us they wouldn't have been able to have surgery if it weren't for this benefit.”
Supporting Employees with Cancer –
A Guide for HR Leaders
Around 40% of people will receive a cancer diagnosis in their lifetime. And for your employees, navigating the cancer journey from diagnosis to treatment and even survivorship can be complex. In uncharted waters, they often turn to HR and benefits leaders for guidance.
To help you provide employees with the right resources and ensure they receive meaningful support, we compiled this guide for you. Learn how to choose the best cancer care management solution, assist employees with benefits and offer support.
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