"[Employers] should not seek a short-term fix by raising copayments, deductibles, and other out-of-pocket costs for next year. While this strategy may initially reduce spending on health care, studies show that it will disincentivize employees to seek preventative treatment.... Here are three strategies that can help employers weather the inevitable ups and downs of 2021 and beyond and improve employee health: [1] Manage health care benefits like all other purchases.... [2] Leverage technology.... [3] Partner with hospitals and physicians."

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