How to Cut MSK Care Costs Through Virtual Solutions & Reduce Unnecessary Surgeries
How Health Plans Can Cut MSK Care Costs
This week's edition of The Value Shift features a video exploring how health plans can significantly reduce MSK care costs through clinically driven virtual solutions.
Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions are one of the largest cost drivers in healthcare, yet 30% of MSK surgeries are unnecessary—leading to excessive spending and avoidable patient risks. Traditional digital MSK solutions often rely on AI-driven coaching and motion tracking, which fail to engage the high-risk members driving 80% of costs.
To create real impact, health plans need solutions that go beyond digital tools and prioritize clinical intervention, personalized education, and long-term engagement.
Key Insights from This Week’s Video:
- Why tech-only MSK solutions fall short for high-risk members.
- How early engagement prevents unnecessary surgeries & procedures.
- The importance of real health outcomes—not just engagement metrics.
- How a virtual, clinician-led approach improves both cost & care
To fully explore these insights, watch the complete video here: https://youtu.be/d31UNSdJ5xU
At Protera Health, we believe that digital health should enhance clinical care—not replace it. This conversation is crucial for health plan leaders, payers, and decision-makers looking for sustainable solutions to lower MSK costs while improving patient outcomes.
How We Can Help
Protera Health is the country’s leading Upstream Utilization Management company for musculoskeletal conditions. We help health plans lower costs while improving member health outcomes and satisfaction ratings.
If your health plan is ready to shift utilization management upstream, please schedule a demo with our team or sign up for our mailing list to receive exclusive content and event invitations.
