The Future of Infusion Care: Leap Health's Vision for More Accessible, Affordable Treatment

In a recent episode of Healthcare on the Rocks, Leap Health's co-founder and CEO Rob Lehane shared compelling insights about transforming infusion therapy access and its critical impact on healthcare costs.

With specialty pharmacy and infusion costs rising dramatically and affecting millions of employees nationwide, the need for innovative solutions has never been more pressing.
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Below, you'll find highlights and key takeaways from their conversation. Ready to listen to the full episode? Click here.

The Hidden Impact Of Infusion Therapy Costs In Healthcare 

Recent statistics from Leap Health reveal concerning trends:

• The infusion market has grown from $150 billion in 2015 to $360 billion today
• 93% of infusions are done in hospitals or infusion centers
• The FDA is approving 10-20 new infusion therapies every year
• 2% of employees using infusion drugs drive over half of specialty drug costs

Redefining Infusion Therapy Access for the Modern Workplace 

Leap Health is revolutionizing infusion therapy access through a comprehensive solution that combines:

• In-home infusion services for greater convenience and adherence
• Transparent fee-for-service pricing model
• No markup on drug costs passed to employers
• Flexible scheduling that reduces work disruption
• Personalized care coordination

"We want to make care more comfortable and more convenient or accessible for all patients," explains Lehane.

Why Employers Should Prioritize Infusion Benefits 

The business case for implementing advanced infusion benefits is compelling:

• Cost Impact: Traditional providers markup drugs 20-500% above Medicare rates
• Employee Experience: Hospital-based infusions require significant time off work
• Treatment Adherence: Inconvenient access leads to missed treatments
• Provider Efficiency: Home infusion allows for optimized treatment schedules
• Quality of Life: Patients can maintain normal activities during treatment

Breaking Down Barriers: How Leap Health Takes Action 

Leap Health offers multiple ways to support both employers and employees:

• Home-Based Care: Bringing treatment to patients instead of vice versa
• Cost Transparency: Clear pricing without hidden markups
• Flexible Scheduling: Treatments that work around employees' lives
• Personalized Support: One-on-one nursing care during infusions
• Treatment Optimization: Ability to adjust dosing and frequency for better outcomes

The Path Forward 

As healthcare continues to evolve, addressing infusion therapy access becomes increasingly critical.

By partnering with solutions like Leap Health, employers can take meaningful steps toward:

• Reducing healthcare costs without compromising quality
• Improving employee access to necessary treatments
• Streamlining the infusion experience for both providers and patients
• Preventing treatment delays and adherence issues
• Supporting comprehensive condition management across multiple disease states

The future of infusion therapy looks promising, with Leap Health leading the charge in making high-quality care more accessible and affordable for employers and their employees alike.

To learn more about Leap Health's solutions for employers and health plans, visit www.leaphealth.com‍