1、Trends inHealthcare PaymentsFifteenth Annual Report2Trends in Healthcare Payments 202403040509151326354849Executive SummaryAboutReportThe State of the Healthcare Economy Healthcare Navigates Evolving Payments LandscapeLeading the Future of Healthcare PaymentsSentimentsConsumer SentimentProvider Sent

2、imentPayer SentimentConclusionMethodologyTable of Contents 3Trends in Healthcare Payments 2024Executive SummaryThe healthcare industry stands at a pivotal juncture.At the start of 2025,a new presidential administration took office and has issued several executive orders that have the potential to re

3、shape the healthcare landscape.While optimism may permeate the outlook of the healthcare industry,with many executives anticipating growth,the sector is not without its challenges.Consumer dissatisfaction remains a pressing issue,driven by confusion over medical bills and a lack of price transparenc

4、y.In recent years,providers have struggled against a tough economic backdrop that hit their bottom lines hard.Now,the trends suggest that the financial situation for providers has improved,yet the specter of cyberattacks looms large,underscoring the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures.Rece

5、nt large-scale cyberattacks serve as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities that persist within the industry.Meanwhile,the promise of innovation,particularly in artificial intelligence(AI),holds the potential to revolutionize healthcare,though adoption of any innovation remains elusive.Adoption,ind

6、eed,will be key to the future of healthcare payments.Currently,the payment ecosystem is still dependent on mail and paper-based processes in the healthcare industry.However,based on the industry sentiment found in this report,few stakeholders prefer the status quo.Instead,the majority want the same