Pennsylvania employers are rethinking healthcare—and seeing measurable results
Local data shows rising costs, access gaps, and chronic condition burden are driving a shift toward advanced primary care
Across Pennsylvania, organizations are under pressure to support workforce health while managing unpredictable healthcare spend. But provider shortages, delayed care, and growing chronic conditions make it difficult for traditional plans to deliver consistent outcomes.
This eBook breaks down what’s happening across the state—and how employers are improving access, engagement, and cost control through advanced primary care. Using real Pennsylvania data and employer results, you’ll see how a proactive care model changes utilization patterns and reduces downstream claims.
What’s driving the shift in Pennsylvania
Escalating complexity
13.5% of adults in Pennsylvania live with multiple chronic conditions, repeating a cycle of unmanaged illness and costly treatment.
Ballooning healthcare costs
51% have delayed or gone without healthcare due to cost and 83% worry about future expenses as medical costs climb faster than many other states.
Rising barriers to care
461K Pennsylvanians live in a Primary Care Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs).