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Insights & Perspectives
Insights & perspectives features MCRA Member contributions, organizational updates, and informed viewpoints on the issues influencing healthcare today. It’s where MCRA Members share expertise, progress, and perspective.
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Why Human Jaws Are Shrinking and Why Oral Posture Matters
HRI Dental's article highlights why some organizations are beginning to look more closely at oral posture and jaw development as part of a broader preventive health strategy.
2 days ago5 min read


The future of pharmacy: What the MHE 2026 Pharmacy Survey signals for the year ahead
Explore findings from the MHE 2026 State of Pharmacy Survey on the future of pharmacy, featuring insights from MCRA Strategic Advisor Andy Biernat on key industry trends, challenges, and what payers and providers should expect in the year ahead.
Apr 161 min read


White Paper: How are Payers Thinking about Accumulators, Maximizers, and Alternative Funding Programs?
Avalere Health shares findings from a payer survey examine trends in commercial payer use of cost avoidance strategies and how these programs could affect medication access.
Feb 192 min read


The invisible cost system: Why health plans keep missing millions in print and mail savings
While health plans invest aggressively in member experience, care management, and digital engagement, the communications infrastructure supporting all of it continues to operate as a cost center rather than a strategic capability.
Feb 164 min read


What exactly is managed care today?
And what has it achieved? The meaning and achievements of managed care change with the times, the context, the goals — and in the eyes of the beholders.
Feb 1211 min read


MCRA and NYHPA Partner to Spark Meaningful Industry Conversations
The Managed Care Resource Alliance (MCRA) has partnered with the New York Health Plan Association (NYHPA) to launch a new educational series focused on the operational, regulatory, and strategic challenges facing health plans. Through peer-driven discussions and real-world case studies, the series highlights practical solutions and industry-leading insights.
Jan 201 min read
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