Digestive Health Claims Costs Explained (AHealthcareZ)

Digestive health is one of the biggest—and most overlooked—drivers of healthcare costs, with 30% of health plan members filing GI-related claims and 15% requiring care that averages $25,000 per person annually. Yet with average wait times of 48 days to see a GI specialist, many patients turn to the ER or non-specialist care, often without getting better. Only 38% report satisfaction with their GI care. In a compelling analysis, Dr. Eric Bricker highlights how virtual, multidisciplinary GI programs are changing the game—achieving 98% patient satisfaction, 64% fewer ER visits, and saving over $10,000 per patient in just six months. Could this be the future of digestive health delivery?